The Suzuki Swift is a small city car: simple, light and economical. It suits a first car, town and suburban driving, or anyone who wants a no-fuss everyday car. The boot is small, so for a family it is a second car.
Used, you will mostly find the generation launched in 2017, with the 1.2 petrol engine, which became a mild hybrid from 2020. Some versions have AllGrip all-wheel drive, rare and handy in this class if you live in the Ardennes or on country roads. The Swift Sport, with its 1.4 turbo, is for people who enjoy driving. The previous generation (2010-2017) is still around for little money, and a new generation arrived in 2024.
What to check before buying
- A Car-Pass less than two months old, verified by QR code, and the number of previous owners.
- Rust on the sills and wheel arches of the oldest cars, as with any car of that age.
- The service book, even for a car known to be simple.
- For a Swift Sport and a young driver, an insurance quote before you sign.
Inspect the car in daylight with a cold engine, and drive it for at least 20 minutes. A bargain can quickly turn into a bad car if you skip these steps.