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SUZUKI Swift
True that Suzuki cannot present a sneak preview for All-new Swift at BOI Fair '11
But it's here now in 33RDBiMS
At first, Thais are expecting with Suzuki that the brand would introduce an entirely new Eco Car
After joined Eco Car project with BOI and not forfeit till now
And that Eco Car is just this all-new Swift
It's now the third generation if counted from what called Ignis worldwide while JDM version just called Swift
Larger indeed inside and out (that's largest 5-door BOI Eco Car yet)
And it's now 1.2 engine powered
It is "More Swift" to the core of itself
"More Swift" means: more dynamic, larger & wider, more comfort, better ride & handling, as well as better fuel saving
Its wheelbase extended wider
No nonsense even with some reduces
The models are: GLX, GL and the budget priced GA
This latest one and the previous 1.5 already took charge by: Mr. Naoyuki Takeuchi (Chief Engineer)
Many visitors may wondering that what will occur as it's switched into lower position
Reduced to not quicker, but is it real at all? So let's find out at hood
This is the new K12B 1.2, features 91 horsepower at 6,000 rpm (118nm@4,800rpm)
With Multipoint Injection, E20 compatible
Variable-Valve-Timing (VVT)
Downsized engine, but "0-100km/h" & performance still tried to be similar as M15A 1.5
All 3 models mated with this CVT, makes it flow-for-fun to drive
Using Sub-Planetary gear by JATCO
McPherson strut type with coil springs at front and torsion beam with coil springs at rear, newly retooled for better
Within advantage from wider wheelbase
For deceleration, ABS-EBD-Brake Assist (Front ventilated discs and rear drums)
Its whole new body meant "lighter & tougher" body structure
Driver's airbag is standard for all, while dual airbags only for GLX
Priority of interior still oriented for front row, yet with more attractive and better vibration cancelling
More comfort right from entry to sitting till leave
EPS Steering wheel with more "polite" to female drivers
While this 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel with leather-wrapped belonged to GLX
Actually can be adjusted in 4 directions
Sporty Quad-circle gauge with MID teller and indicator
Keyless Entry & Ignition button for GL & GLX
USB hub
60:40 versatility
185/55R16 (GLX)
175/65R15 (GL & GA)
Now let's see some more of this accessorized
Fitted with just all you can have as optional extras (See accessories page in Swift brochure for more details)
Cheaper, because assembled from Suzuki's brand new facility in Hemaraj Industrial Estate, Rayong
Instead of import from Indonesia like the previous 1.5
And living in a "Segment below B", also meant cheaper annual-tax
This Swift is also up to 20km/l fuel saving (UNECE Reg.101, Rev.1 Combine Mode)
Suzuki Thailand already decided to make marketing for this all-new Swift in a whole-new ECO way to expect for believed higher sales target
Perhaps the "sexiest" hatchback Eco Car for Thai Market, period (by not just be sexy)