2024 Suzuki Swift confirmed for Australian release; mild-hybrid possible

Suzuki Australia has confirmed the new Swift – unveiled at this year's Japan Mobility Show in November – will come to Australia.

"As we introduce the latest [Swift], we'll proudly carry forward the legacy of its nameplate which symbolizes fun, innovation, and a commitment to delivering an exceptional driving experience", said general manager Michael Pachota.

Further details, such as release date, pricing and engines, are yet to be confirmed.

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According to Suzuki Australia, the new Swift – a rival for the Toyota Yaris, Mazda 2, and Volkswagen Polo – will be fitted with a new engine and CVT.

Replacing the existing four-cylinder in Japan is the 'Z12E' petrol three-cylinder. According to Autocar India, the engine develops 60kW and 108Nm. Despite almost identical outputs to the Europe-market 1.2, the engine has a different model code.

It may also be assisted by a mild-hybrid system featuring a 2.3kW/60Nm DC motor though details are not confirmed.

Fuel efficiency and total power outputs – as well as other engine options that would be more on-par with the existing 66kW 1.2-litre four-cylinder or 82kW/160Nm 1.0-litre in the Swift Turbo – are yet to be discussed.

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Improvements have been made to stiffen the Swift, with more high-tensile steel and structural adhesives. There's also additional insulation material for a quieter ride.

The new Swift has grown by 15mm in length and 5mm in height, though it rides on an identical 2450mm wheelbase. It's also 40mm narrower in the body, and moves to conventional rear door handles.

Suzuki claims the mild styling changes have improved aerodynamic performance by 4.6 per cent with discrete spoilers, a reshaped bumper, and new alloy wheels.

Inside, the new Swift picks up the 9.0-inch touchscreen that is already standard on Australian models. It's likely to have enhanced connectivity, including wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto as seen on the Jimny XL's HMI.

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The Swift will be offered in 13 exterior colour permutations with nine paint hues and the option of a contrast roof. Frontier Blue pearl and Cool Yellow metallic are two of the new colours for 2024.

So far, Suzuki has not mentioned a next-gen Swift Sport. Given the small hatch's need to compete in emissions-restricted European markets, Suzuki may not develop another generation of Swift Sport hot hatch.

The current swift range starts at $22,490 and runs to $32,490 before on-road costs. Pricing for the new model will be announced closer to its launch.

Sales in Japan will start on 13 December for CVT models, and four days later for the manual transmission. Australian details are yet to be confirmed.