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CAROLINE GETS MOTORING Bunclody native Caroline Kidd brings us reviews of the latest new cars to arrive in Ireland. Caroline is the founder and editor of the online automotive magazine Changing Lanes and a jury member for Irish Car of the Year. Find out more about her editorial and commercial copywriting services at
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SUZUKI SWIF T The Suzuki Swift is a perennial of the supermini class. It's been around for years, offering a simple and efficient way of getting around. With some considerable style. And it's not even trying to be a crossover or SUV, leaving that remit to the likes of the Suzuki Vitara, Ignis and S-Cross. Now in its third generation, the Swift has been updated with revised front-end styling, more standard equipment, and even further emphasis on safety equipment levels across the range. All models are now also fitted with Suzuki’s enhanced 12V Hybrid system for improved efficiency. The Suzuki Swift goes on sale here
from €17,775, making it now one of Ireland's most affordable small cars.
standard equipment.
Not much has changed in terms of design. The Swift still looks great, with a squat and sporty look to it. While most of the rivals appear to be getting bigger, the Swift is not trying to masquerade as anything other than a small car.
SZ-L grade to become the volume selling
The front grille and headlamps have been gently restyled for the latest version. There's also a new colour - Flame Orange Pearl Metallic - which can be combined with a Super Black roof on SZ-T and SZ5 models. All models now have LED headlamps and rear combination lamps as
conditioning, DAB radio, rear privacy glass,
Suzuki expects the new high specification model for the Swift range. That's good news: it's the entry into the range at €17,775. For that you get Radar Brake Support (automated emergency braking), Adaptive Cruise Control, LED headlights, air 16-inch polished alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone link fitted as standard. Under the bonnet there's a 1.2-litre petrol engine, matched to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Suzuki Swift
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