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  • Handling
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  • Suspension
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  • Gear Shifting
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  • Fuel Efficiency
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  • Interior Design
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  • Boot Size
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  • Features
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  • Comfort
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jenny

jennySydney, NSW

  • 5 reviews

excellent car

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perfect in so many ways. my 2008 Suzuki Swift has got 170000 kilometres on it but apart from brake pads needing replacing I have had absolutely no problems with it at all

Purchased at Suzuki Dealers for $18,000.00.

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SusanOz

SusanOzBrisbane

  • 29 reviews
  • 54 likes

15 years - not a single problem

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Had my Swift for 15 years. Japanese build, one of the first cars after the famous redesign in 2004. No repairs, zero problems. Just service, fuel, wash and go. Wouldn't even swap it for a new one. Love the old reliable mechanical controls and buttons that can be operated without looking and don't fail, not like new cars with all the flimsy electronics. Hopefully this car goes for another 15 years, will gladly drive it for that long and beyond.

Purchased in September 2021.

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Bella

BellaSydney Surrounds, NSW

  • 4 reviews

Love my baby car

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I had been searching for a new car for ages when I was contacted by Brian Hilton at Wyong. Thanks to Frank and Courtney, I drive away in my little baby car ad I love it. I got a terrific deal and a much better trade in on the daggy old Mitsubishi ii had . I grateful for the help the guys gave me. I'm happy to recommend this company



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TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedSep 2018
Tim Haywood

Tim Haywood

  • 10 reviews
  • 2 likes

Never skipped a beat this car.

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I like the performance of this little car, its zippy in traffic & good for short commutes to work & back. The interior suits me as I am short, but my dad is a big man & he has enough headroom to fit in the front passenger seat comfortably for short 30min trips around the area. It also runs on E10, so I can save a few cents a litre when I fill up. The running costs are very good, I treat the car well & have not had to have a major repair in 10 years. The insurance is cheap as it does not have a huge engine. The fuel economy is really good.

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Engine Size1.4L Petrol
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Date PurchasedNov 2008

Dion

Dionmelbourne

  • 5 reviews
  • 6 likes

Great little car

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My Swift is running at 235,000km and counting. My dog fits in perfectly with one side of the split back seat down. Love the fuel economy, currently 15.4km per L which is better than when I first got it. Only issue is visibility not the best when merging left, rear pillar is in the way.

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Date PurchasedApr 2017

Nigel

NigelPerth

  • 4 reviews
  • Verified purchase

A great all round car, fun and comfy

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What a great little car, I replaced my 92 Charade with a 2007 Swift, two absolute pearler cars but the Suzi is very good, with its timing chain motor there's no pesky belt to change, we have 150k on the clock, still running sweet as, just did a major service, like new now, handles well, they are a winner car

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Date PurchasedSep 2007

kat

katSydney

  • 6 reviews
  • 1 like

Love this car!

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An excellent little car. I've had it for a few years now and never had any serious issues. The one annoying thing is that the AC does make a screechy noise when I turn the car on but overall I have loved it. Low running costs, good performance and affordable.

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TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedAug 2014

Shannon

ShannonSydney

  • 6 reviews

Handles well, much roomier than you'd think

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Very reliable, practical car for the city. I've had no mechanical issues after 12 years of owning it. The seats are quite high so easy to get in and out, and the interior is surprisingly spacious, partly due to the 'boxy' shape creating plenty of headroom. Runs smoothly and gear-stick has a nice solid feel.

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Engine Size1.4L Petrol
TransmissionManual
Date PurchasedJun 2005
Tracey

TraceyPerth

  • 3 reviews
  • 1 like

Perfect car

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The best car ever, it uses barely any petrol and is nice and small so parking is extremely easy to find anywhere! The hatchback is great for groceries and larger things, being able to put the back seat down increases the space hugely so you wont have any trouble driving boxed furniture home.

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TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedOct 2017
Minh Anh

Minh AnhMelbourne

  • 5 reviews
  • 1 like

GREAT FIRST CAR

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Great small car that’s reliable and easy to drive! This is my first car that I practiced in and drove throughout my green Ps. Though it isn’t as strong in terms of acceleration due to the small engine, it makes up for convenience in driving and parking due to its small size. There is more room than you expect in the front seats but the backseat and boot are relatively smaller.

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Engine Size1.5L Petrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedAug 2017

Ruben

RubenMelbourne

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

fantastic car

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I have been really happy with this used swift. The fuel economy is impressive. The car is spacious interiorly by small hatchback standard. Most importantly, it didnt give me any issues for 3 months since my purchase. Servicing cost is quite cheap and insurance is low to mid range! I absolutely like this car!

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TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedDec 2017

Jan

JanGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 7 reviews

Great little economic car

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What a great little car.

Might be a little plain on the inside but the Swift does what it does very well. It's comfortable with generous legroom for a car of its size. Boot space is of course quite limited - you'll struggle to fit a stroller in the back.

One things that is great for this car is the matching of the gearbox to the engine. This car is zippy!

Reliability is great and after sales support is great too.

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Engine Size1.4L Petrol
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Date PurchasedFeb 2010

Oophi

OophiGold Coast

Super fun...like a go-kart!

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Had my Swift for 12 years now...this car is my favourite of all the cars I've owned. It's reliable, safe, economical and the little go-kart like Swift, in auto, makes this car so much fun to drive! Highly recommend the Swift, and by the sheer volume of MK5 series still on the road, you know they're mechanically on point.

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Engine Size1.5L Petrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJan 2006

great little car very low noise

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Engine Size1.5L Petrol
TransmissionCVT
Date PurchasedSep 2010
MoFresh

MoFreshMelbourne

  • 14 reviews

A great, reliable everyday runabout with lots of boot/backseat space!

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Date PurchasedDec 2012
Michael

Michael

  • 4 reviews

Love love love this car

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I have owned a lot of cars in almost 50 years of driving and this is my favourite. Nimble, sporty handling, 600km+ to a 40L tank, comfortable for a 180cm man even with low profile tyres and lowered springs. The Swift is a little gem and I will be sad to trade it on a 4wd at the end of this year but about the only thing it won't do is tow a caravan. 15000km service intervals make it even more economical.

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Date PurchasedOct 2014

Ahmed

AhmedMelbourne

  • 6 reviews

2010 Suzuki Swift.

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I have the RE4 model and I only like sporty RE4 in swift range 2010 and above as it has proximity key option, key less start and side mirrors.

There are lots of small cars around and very competitive.

I found this a best choice compered to my previous Ford Falcon FG LPG and Ford Focus.

Its a Go car, & this is what I was looking for. you wont find these cheaper because swift is iconic brand like corolla.

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Engine Size1.6L Petrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedOct 2016

st0rmyblu

st0rmybluSydney

  • 3 reviews
  • 1 like

Love love love

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I love my little swift. I have a 2008 Suzuki Swift. It was bought second hand as my first car. I learnt how to drive a manual in it. Being a small car, it was really great to learn in especially parking wise. Really reliable car, great on fuel. I drive 40 minutes to and from work 5 days a week and I only need to fill up the tank every 2 1/2 weeks. Overall, a fantastic car!

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Tel

TelAuckland

  • 2 reviews
  • 1 like

Fun

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Owned a Jap import Sport for 2 years and ran it from 15000km up to 50,000km. Apart from a sticking windshield wiper it was 100% reliable. Averaged 36 MPG. Ride on the firm side but never unbearable. Tow bar fitted & it hauled moderate loads easily. Fun to drive. Reasonably large turning circle was minor issue in some urban circumstances but not a show stopper. In terms of specification it had everything you needed and nothing you didn't want. Later models with steering wheel mounted controls, better connectivity and cruise control possibly worth considering. Lack of spare tyre may turn off some - it runs a repair kit instead. Consider buying a space saver wheel and throwing that in the boot. I'd happily buy another.

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Engine Size1.6L Petrol
TransmissionAutomatic

Amazing car - never had any issues!

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I own a 2009 RE4. It's such a good looking, zippy vehicle - so easy to own and cheap to service and maintain. It drives really well and is fuel efficient. I only drive on weekends (on both days) so the $50 tank lasts me over a month and a half. Extremely economical!! The build is great and also has enough power for me to do what I want.
The handling is smooth and acceleration is fast.

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Questions & Answers

Don m.

Don m.asked

does anyone know where I can get a diagram showing what bolts go where and there sizes on 2010 Suzuki swift M15 engine to transmission. the manual I have shows a diagram but no specifics on the sizes. I need help as I didn't take note as I dismantled everything in it's path to get to the clutch. thanks in advance.
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Don m.

Don m.asked

Hi all I have just removed my manual trans and all that was in the way to do so. I'm fitting a new heavy duty clutch kit and realised I haven't taken note what bolts go where for reassembly the diagram in the manual doesn't specify what size can anyone help please

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Andrew H.

Andrew H.asked

My radio displayed the letters ‘sec’ after disconnecting the battery and when driving it doesn’t play music or nothing any help will be appreciated

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