Suzuki Swift
The Suzuki Swift is a hatchback produced since 1983, measuring 3,846 mm in length with seating for five passengers. Engine options range from 1,000 to 1,600 cc displacement with three or four cylinders, capable of reaching a top speed of 173 km/h. In 2025, new registrations in the EU/EEA achieved COâ‚‚ emissions of 102 g/km for the hybrid petrol variant and 101 g/km for the petrol version. Norwegian new registrations totalled 2,782 between 2019 and 2025, with registrations declining from a peak of 772 in 2019 to 94 in 2025.
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1983 |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power (EU/EEA average) | 61 kW (81 hp) |
| COâ‚‚ (WLTP, EU/EEA 2025) | Hybrid (petrol) 102 g/km, petrol 101 g/km |
| Kerb weight (EU/EEA average) | 1,013 kg |
| Displacement (engines) | 1,000–1,600 cc |
| Cylinders (engines) | 3–4 |
| Top speed | 173 km/h |
| Length | 3,846 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,714 mm |
| Height | 1,503 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages of the Suzuki Swift registered in the EU/EEA in 2025 (58,939 cars), engine power from 27 countries, kerb weight from 29 countries. Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
Engine power is the type-approved engine power (EEA field Ep). For hybrids and plug-in hybrids it is the power of the combustion engine, not the system power, and for electric cars it can differ from the peak power the manufacturer advertises.
New registrations in Norway
Number of Suzuki Swift registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
Power by engine variant (Norway)
2,782 Suzuki Swift cars registered for the first time in Norway in 2019–2025, by drivetrain and type-approved engine power. The EEA data has no trim names, so variants are told apart by power.
| Drivetrain | Power | Kerb weight | Years | Registered in Norway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (petrol) | 60 kW (80 hp) | 1,070 kg | 2024–2025 | 164 |
| Hybrid (petrol) | 61 kW (82 hp) | 1,050 kg | 2020–2025 | 1,267 |
| Hybrid (petrol) | 66 kW (89 hp) | 1,035 kg | 2019–2021 | 1,341 |
Plus 2 variants with fewer than 10 cars (10 cars in total).
Power is the type-approved engine power (EEA field Ep). For hybrids and plug-in hybrids it is the combustion engine, not the system output; for electric cars it can differ from the peak power in the maker’s marketing. Kerb weight is the average for the variant. Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), one record per car (the years EEA lists twice, 2019 to 2021, are counted once).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Suzuki Swift cars registered for the first time across 30 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| France | 13,454 |
| Germany | 11,618 |
| Italy | 11,427 |
| United Kingdom | 10,825 |
| Netherlands | 4,490 |
| Greece | 3,584 |
| Hungary | 1,901 |
| Austria | 1,894 |
| Belgium | 1,826 |
| Denmark | 1,645 |
| Spain | 1,475 |
| Croatia | 1,024 |
| Poland | 959 |
| Ireland | 748 |
| Czechia | 689 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Other Suzuki models
Similar Hatchback models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 78% of Suzuki Swifts pass their MOT test first time, based on 126,066 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data, not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
5 recall campaigns recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Suzuki Swift. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Romania)
This may lead to loss of braking performance over time.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-11-30
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Hungary)
The adhesive force of the double sided tapes which fix the front seat heater to the seat may deteriorate and the seat heater could consequently move. This could lead to part of the seat heating up excessively causing a fire.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-08-19
- Passenger carsEU · Safety Gate (Greece)
A defect in the rear wheel brake may cause a sudden decrease of brake force.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-07-22
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
Unexpected airbags deployment may cause injuries to the vehicle occupants.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-06-28
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Bulgaria)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-12-16
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Suzuki recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Suzuki Swift?
- The Suzuki Swift has a rated top speed of 173 km/h.
- How much power does the Suzuki Swift have?
- The Suzuki Swift produces 61 kW (81 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Suzuki Swift?
- The Suzuki Swift is 3,846 mm long, 1,714 mm wide and 1,503 mm tall.
- How much does the Suzuki Swift weigh?
- The Suzuki Swift has a kerb weight of about 1,013 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Suzuki Swift?
- It depends on the drivetrain. For the Suzuki Swift registered in the EU/EEA in 2025: Hybrid (petrol) 102 g/km, petrol 101 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Suzuki Swift have?
- The Suzuki Swift has 5 seats.