I honestly think you're way off about the exterior looks. These are great, sporty looking cars for a first car. Quite Mini-like. Far better looking than a dull Polo or Mk6 Fiesta.
@@HollandBest.nr1 head unit is shit in em and the paper speakers arnt great either, mines got a new headunit speakers all round and a 8"sub in the boot for shits and Giggles
My father had one of these back in India (badged as maruti Suzuki) and it was an amazing car. When we left India we gave this swift to my grandfather and he still drives it to this day, and barely any problems with reliability
You could easily fit a touchscreen with modern tech in the space that is left when you take the old radio out. If you go for it, this car is pretty nice for a first car
I bought this for my first car early this year but the 1.5 version. Change the rims to good looking one and the tyre to pilotsport 3 for better grip. Put android unit and add full range speaker. Overall im really satisfied with this car for my first car
@@FadiQv still good looking car. Just have absorber prob (normal wear n tear) so i just change to fawster adjustable, before using sport spring. Other than that, everything works fine. No problem at all. But if u can afford swift 1.6, better go for 1.6 bcos swift have good handling so for 1.5 engine is not enough fun. Better just go for 1.6 if can afford
My cousin owns a Swift and let me tell you that car is great! He wanted something reliable that can do long drives and this car definitely stands for it. So yeah it aint that comfortable to drive and not fast but it gets the job done and for someone to have it as a first car I cannot recommend it enough.
Great review! Bought a 57 plate 1.5 as my first car a few months ago. Honestly overwhelmed at what one gets for the price. Mine also came with keyless entry and start.
For anybody wondering about getting one of these for a first car just remember to check the gearbox on a 1.3 since they are made out of chocolate. Best of getting a 1.5 like myself which are in fact practically bulletproof
I agree. I have a 1.3l. Not much torque.1 5 sport i w have prefered but not available at the time. Pros: fun to drive, low maintainance. Cons: low torque, heavy steering.
Wasn't able to as I didn't get to do my driving test then, everything got cancelled and haven't been able to do it for all these months =( But it's still going to be the car I get when I do finally pass!
@@aadi8568 I think ive changed my mind now, actually started learning and realised that exterior looks aren't everything. It would still be a very fucking cool car to have though.
@@shaungreer3350 actually I had meant to reply to kremzski, the standard 1.3 swift seems a decent first car, but the sport version (1.6) is very cool but insurance is too high for a first car
I bought it as my first car, and now I still have it 3 years later, very reliable and economic, I just travel with it in a very hot temperature (40°c) for 300km, no issue at all
What is the clutch control like? Was considering this for my first car but hear some cars have a very sensitive clutch and are easier to stall than others lol
@@IBeBradleyy you’ve probably already managed to find a car, but I’ll reply either way. Just in case someone else wants to know. :) In my experience, from someone that drives a much heavier Volvo sedan, the clutch is light and takes some getting used to. Friend of mine has one, but a 2012, so the facelifted version. It’s not at all bad to drive though, just a case of getting used to it. Great for city driving and performs surprisingly well on highways.
My 1.3L 2009 Swift is very nippy. I sorted out the aux/bluetooth issue with a plug and play module that goes into the factory radio acting as the cd changer. I've also tinted the windows & added footwell leds. Speakers were weak so upgraded the whole set to Pioneers. Great first car!
I just bought my first car it's a 2009 Grey suzuki swift GL, got it for £500 clocked at 80k miles. I absolutely love it. The high bite threw me off at first but its a brilliant car and I'm really happy with it.
They really are great cars. The 1.5 has the benefit of "winding up" much faster when RPMs hit 4000 (a modest VVT effect), compared to the 1.3. On paper, the 1.5 is only 9bhp more than the 1.3 but feels much torquier and as I said, pulls harder above 4000rpm. PS. the gearknob in that car looks ridiculous. Get your friend told!).
I'm lucky enough to own a 2007 Suzuki Swift Sport as my first car and I can say a fun and has been trusty so far, couldn't have had a better car for the price
Well, its been my first car for about 8 months now. being a guy with mechanical intel, and able to fix things myself, this car is great. ive thrown about 2-3 k dollars, into it for mods, exhaust n stuff. Its amazing.
@@maddawg9636 well this model, is a bit iffy. steering rack, goes bad. and won't 100% work. the gearbox is reaaaaally bad. input shaft bearing goes like you change sheets on your bed. but overall, if you can fix things yourself, its a great car. milage is good too,
Had a silver 3 door 1.3 for my second car! Picked it up from Glasgow and had a pretty chill drive back, nearer home I started revving it a bit more and I was surprised with how nimble the car was! Insurance was cheaper for the Swift than for my first car (a Polo 9N with 64bhp) and had excellent fuel consumption as well. Whacked on some black 15" Dezent wheels, rally style mud flaps, dropped it 35mm each corner and called it a day! Super reliable car, however the auxiliary belt is an expensive fix if it goes. If your budget stretches enough to get the 1.5 engine with 100bhp then there really aren't many better first car options
I've got that exact same car and as a first car it's so good the 1.3 has managed to keep up with my mates in 2l diesels it's so funny watching there reaction and it's super reliable and the engine sounds mint mines got over 103000 miles on it and nothing has broke in the 2 years over owned it
I get the looks may not be for everyone, but its very reliable, economical, comfortable, has good equipment level for its time, permanent AWD is impressive, timing chain (no need to change opposed to belt), small and easy to park.. its alot in such a small package. If looking for a reliable daily, look no further. They dont cost alot to buy, and dont cost alot to run. Its genius and brilliant. Thank you Suzuki, I love my Swift.
I drove an auto for 7 days , it had over 260,000 kilos the engine (for such a high mileage car) felt great and runs very smoothly. The issues i noticed was the suspension needed servicing , felt every single bump but thats understandable because of the high mileage again. The indicators not turning off after a turn was also kinda annoying , the boot capacity being small is inconvenient sometimes. But overall the car is alright and surprisingly good on fuel.
As far as engines go, this is bulletproof, dead simple multi point injection. Pro tip, when changing spark plugs, don't pull the ignition cables from the coils. If you do, you have a good chance to ruin the cables. Change brake fluid regularly, the ABS unit is a common failure point. Hungarian models had weak transmission bearings, change the oil regularly. The red display in the centre is prone to failure, make sure it works before you buy.
Absolutely brilliant little car! Just wanted to mention your camera movements are not pleasant. It's giving me a headache, a shame because I am really enjoying your review.
I own one of these, when I first got it I had no idea these little things could be so quick, I expected a very slow economy car, instead I got a fuel efficient pocket rocket, good deal
From India A very good first car, i myself own a 11 model. A nice design, a good ride quality (4 adults can fit perfectly), a reliable engine (in india, initially had the 1.3 gb13 ones which was later replaced with 1.2 k12 ) and a sturdy build. In india maruti suzuki has a very good netnetwork of service centers and no issues related to parts availability. Also a nice project car for enthusiasts with tons of modification potential
I have a funny relationship with this channel because I found it shortly after I wrote off my first car (A 2005 1.2 VW Polo) so seeing how much you love your polo brought back how much I loved mine, and now in this great video your reviewing my current car a 2009 1.3 GL Swift which I'm about to sell as I'm waiting on my new Skoda Fabia VRS 2013 (none cave engine of course) which I would love to see a review off on your Channel, to keep the tradition going 😄
You would be surprised at how many mods you can do to it, my girlfriend has a 2010 1.3 swift and we’ve put on new bumpers, skirts a spoiler And a twin exit exhaust, it’s a beautiful looking car
my friend has a 1.3 swift from 2010. Man, it's a great car. The fuel economy sure isn't that good for a 1.3 engine and you can't move the car on clutch only when you've stopped. But apart from these two issues, it is fun to drive.
@@CarsWithJB he was doing 9 kilometres per litre. But recently he has started driving like a dad and has been shifting at 2000RPM which has resulted in 11 kilometres per litre. Still too much for a 1.3 since my 1.6 3zz-fe Corolla does the same average lol and that is 109bhp compared to the 98bhp on swift and also being lighter. But still a very fun car to drive around.
Nice one as always man, awesome channel😍 Btw I'm not sure but I think you can retrofit some aux with maybe a cable to the back of the head unit, many cars including older ones support that
I recently bought a 2009 Swift DDiS (diesel) and I love it. Just about fast enough, £30 a year road tax, cheap insurance, and easily gets 55mpg+ just pootling around. And it's rare too. On the day I bought it I checked on the Auto Trader website. There were 1,421 Suzuki Swifts for sale, and only 13 were diesel!
@@jayislander Couldn't be happier. Averaging 56.4mpg. Never misses a beat. Only issue I am having is it seems to be a magnet for piss poor parking by others.
Just brought a 1.5 glx as my first car today! Super stoked, unfortunately mine has over 100k miles and the only one that is available in my area is at an expensive dealership, still really happy and can’t wait to upgrade the speakers and get a nice new stereo in it
LOL, you are kidding right? Wider tyres and look how amazing it looks? That is so embarrassing I am cringing while writing this comment. These are possibly one of the most ugliest cars ever made, save up and buy an older BMW or Mercedes, now wide tyres on any BMW/Mercedes looks 10000% better 🤣🤣
This is my first car!! It can be surprisingly good in long distances. I've been making 180-190 kph speeds no shaking in the wheel no waving also really reliable and fuel efficient (not so much in city traffic though)
I’m definitely thinking of going for one of these as my first car. However I’m slightly worried when you say that it has a short clutch. I’ve been learning in a relatively new Ford Fiesta and the biting point is really easy to get to (around half way on the clutch). On these Japanese cars, what is the clutch like as I’ve never driven one. Does anyone have experiences of having difficulty with the clutch. Would appreciate advice from anyone ( ik this is an older video so I may not get a reply)
I would say the clutch is short but not unmanageable - you would get used to it very quickly, and it’s also light enough that it’d be more friendly in traffic!
@@CarsWithJB I would say that, as a new driver, that's my main concern. I was using a Citroen for learning, and that had what I would consider a rather short clutch. It was all too easy to miss it, especially when starting uphill. I also tried a Skoda Fabia, and, to me at least, that seemed to have a much more forgiving clutch. Or perhaps that was just because it was at the end of the planned lessons, so I was already somewhat comfortable using clutch and gears...? Still though... I'm kinda surprised you'd say it's a good beginner car if it has a short clutch. A nice forgiving clutch is one of my main priorities now that I'm looking for my first car, to the point where I'm actually considering giving up on manual gears entirely and go for an automatic instead.
So weird to see a TH-camr who's also from my town! You literally went the same route I did towards my old school BMS! I'm hopefully about to go for my first car, we should meet up and I can let you drive it once I have it 😎
Look at the new hyundai i20, if u want more power then wait for i20N. I rly think its much better value for the money even tho i love the swift sport. If youre in the market for a used one tho then swift sport is probably best value hatchback under 4k, this and Golf GTI mk5
6:18 my 32 gen swift makes that sorta whining sound going hard on first and a bit high up 2nd.. 1st gear is really short so I guess it's jus more straight cut than the others 🤔
@@kremzski6760 oh yea not worried about it... I mean you do have the gearbox pretty much right under your feet with not much sound insulation 😂 does add a lil character to the car tho
@@ollie42 to be honest i like the sound, sounds mean when you rev it sounds maybe like it has traight cut gears that transmission from the m3 gtr whine like hell so its fun to rev, as of sound isolation no it really doesnt have because its a budget car but man its a blast to drive with their revvi engines and good steering wheel feedback
Nice enough. I'd still take a Fiesta Mk7 (2008-19, there appears to be confusion about which is the 6 or 7...) since it looks nicer and I think they're a bit more fun but can't knock the Swift. Of course, the car we all want to see you review really is the Jazz ☺
I own this and u know what it's amazing in everything the handling is way too good and with a litte bit of turbo boost u can go brrr also it has vvt or VTEC so yeah it's a little monster
i want one. japanese brand, so you know itll be okay quality, very plasticy, but reliable and sturdy. outside always looks great, interior dated, but aftermarket and forums are common. I likey
I had the 1.3 93bhp one and what a banger of a first car it was recommended to anyone, loads better than corsas and fiestas doesn’t feel as cheap with stuff, and you can also do 60 in second gear if you want, but I’d definitely have another
Great car i used to have Old swift gls 2000 year as my first car rusted out unfortunately hidden rust but still drove great and then Swift IV 4x4 great car sold it to my bro and now i have 2 swifts kasmir blue one and red one on lpg which is low cost ride and its my work ride as delivery driver. Love these great motors but only in Benzin.
I have the 2012 sport, and although it's very different to this car the aspects in which they are similar is cheap insurance, good reliability and people think you're driving a woman's car so they don't think you're gonna rag it at any moment
You wanna do a review on my second car?? Only been driving for roughly a year. It’s an Astra elite so it’s much more we’ll equipped than a swift and was even cheaper too. It’s a 1.6vvt
I've got an 08 swift sport as my second car and its a brilliant car. In comparison to my 07 fiesta it's a lot more fun to drive but the interior is nowhere near as nice. Hard plastics all over and a few trim rattles but the way they drive. Apparently the 1.5 is cheaper to insure than the 1.3 and the 1.3 are known for gearbox issues. The swift is a really good car though regardless of the engines
I am feeling rather smug. My son bought a 64 plate Swift last week, which I found for him. He said that it was better to drive than him mum's fiesta. I was surprised that JB thinks it is more expensive than a Polo, Fiesta etc. At 64 plate - they are about the same or cheaper.
Thinking of getting this as my first car but I'm not sure if the post-2010 units have the same gearbox issues as the ones before. Also, is it just the 1.3L Swifts (pre-2010) with this issue and not the the 1.5L units?
i bought a 1.5 4 door swift for 2.5k as my first car. Its got great size and i put a tow bar on it for a motorbike trailer. Also fit a full set of motorbike fairings in the back with 2 sets of paddock stands a bunch of tools and leathers. Great car but the radio is shite
@@kitanyaedward6722 the car was written off last year in a head on crash at 60mph. It crashed well tbh. The engine snapped off from the front chassis but didn’t come through the firewall. Still was a great car
I'm from Australia I love these cars. I do see alot of Girls drive them, like 80%. But other then that they are super fun in manual maybe not looks wise. Also never go automatic. Always go manual. Will be more reliable and manuals make you drive better and make you concentrate more. A manual suzuki swift would be the best for fun and thrashing
I totally disagree with it looking stylish, they look so outdated and cheap/nasty. Fine for a young girl's first car but it would be a car for A-Z not any stylish/ nice to drive features 🤣🤣
Hi ik this isnt the smartest thing to do but i just want peoples opinions and suggestions on what i should do. Im looking for a car as a new driver and my eyes are set on the Ford Fiesta St-line 140 but the overall cost will set me back around £14,000 including insurance. Ik its alot for a new driver but i wouldnt mind some suggestions. I would like a sporty, some-what fast car, knowing it will cost a fair bit.
The smart thing to do is to own a shitbox with cheap insurance for a first year, and after you're done get the actual car you want. Personally I'd go for a fiat Panda as these will cost you 1100 on insurance (17, no experience) or a VW fox, or if you want even cheaper insurance 980 pounds on a 1.0 Kia picanto. But if you want a sporty car with more decent insurance go for a suzuki swift sport. I wanted a 1.8 Mx 5 myself, but insurers strangle me in pricing to insure one. Will have to settle for a Panda/picanto for 1-2 years then try the MX 5 again.
Splice fd The mx-5 is a beauty and i hope you manage to get it. Ik a first car is better to be a shit box but the picanto and panda are a no go for me. But the suzuki swift sport is a good option. My grandad has a 15 swift which he cant drive anymore and i was gonna just use that but its an automatic and i dont really want an automatic
@@dmorti08 you might want to trade that automatic for a swift sport, my advice. Better ask your grandad if he's ok with the idea first. Also thanks for the reassurance.
How old are you? What's your yearly income? Would you be financing or buying outright? Does the insurance that you're looking at require you to have a black box? If so, there's no point having a fast car. Paying £14 000 for your first car + insurance is, as you admitted, not the smartest thing to do, and if you're still relatively young, the impact of your financial decisions now can affect you for decades.
@@N55_R_55G thats the only problem. Unfortunatley my grandads been diagnosed with dementia so we have had to put him in a home and anything of his we sell would go into his account to pay for his time in the nursing home. So legally i cant sell the car and use the money
Change the wheels, put an Android unit instead of the radio and you've got yourself a modern looking car, it has aged well. The diesel is actually a good one for people who put miles on their cars, it's the Fiat 1.3 from the Corsa, and I know a few people who had that engine in their cars, not all of them treated their car right yet the cars never broke down.
Honda Jazz...fun...nope. Great little car though, but since one knocked JB's wing mirror off I don't think he's a fan! Which is exactly why I want to see him review one ☺
@@leehayden4975 1st cars are always fun because they're 1st cars- I loved my Fiat Punto but it was total crap! The Jazz is genuinely really good, but can't chuck them into corners like a Fiesta for example.
I honestly think you're way off about the exterior looks. These are great, sporty looking cars for a first car. Quite Mini-like. Far better looking than a dull Polo or Mk6 Fiesta.
Indeed, the smaller tyres are not doing any justice to the looks on this example
Omg I was thinking the same thing!
agree, great looking cars, especially the Sport
Agreed
Agree, I absolutely hate anything volkswagen. Ford's are just ugly and as for corsa's 🤦🤦 all the good to cars of first time drivers.
As a person who has been in one of these many times , I can say they are great run abouts , and that 1.3 can be surprising at times!
It definitely surprised me!
I hate the seats in the swift, hard, uncomfortable and way to high. The sound system is awful too
@@djjam0101 sound system is fantastic with a expensive radio
@@HollandBest.nr1 head unit is shit in em and the paper speakers arnt great either, mines got a new headunit speakers all round and a 8"sub in the boot for shits and Giggles
Own a 1.5. Lowered it and it handles so much better overall. I couldn't cope with the arch gap.
My father had one of these back in India (badged as maruti Suzuki) and it was an amazing car. When we left India we gave this swift to my grandfather and he still drives it to this day, and barely any problems with reliability
Such a decent little car!
@@CarsWithJB in India too no less, I've learnt that if a car survives India it'll go anywhere
I thought it was the Suzuki Alto that was badged Maruti in India.
@@stevesas632 all suzukis in india are badged as maruti suzuki
You could easily fit a touchscreen with modern tech in the space that is left when you take the old radio out. If you go for it, this car is pretty nice for a first car
Same here
Yes you can, I did it on mine, even installed a camera in the back works very good with the screen
How much cost that? I live in the netherlands and thinking about purchasing this car as a beginner!
@@ignaciodemedina1142 als je nog hulp nodig hebt reageer maar, ik heb in mijn swift een android scherm geinstalleerd, camera en sensoren
@@amartje0108 What model did you buy? How much?
I bought this for my first car early this year but the 1.5 version. Change the rims to good looking one and the tyre to pilotsport 3 for better grip. Put android unit and add full range speaker. Overall im really satisfied with this car for my first car
How did it go 3 years on? Looking to get a 2009 1.5l auto version
@@FadiQv still good looking car. Just have absorber prob (normal wear n tear) so i just change to fawster adjustable, before using sport spring. Other than that, everything works fine. No problem at all. But if u can afford swift 1.6, better go for 1.6 bcos swift have good handling so for 1.5 engine is not enough fun. Better just go for 1.6 if can afford
@@samirul97 I got the 1.5. The 1.6 was crazy on insurance unfortunately. Thanks for the update.
@@FadiQv @samirul97 any updates? Im debating getting either a 1.3 swift or a 1.4 peugeot 206 for my first car. Its hard to know which one to get haha
I very much want a swift for my first car - glad you made this vid :)
you got it?
My cousin owns a Swift and let me tell you that car is great! He wanted something reliable that can do long drives and this car definitely stands for it. So yeah it aint that comfortable to drive and not fast but it gets the job done and for someone to have it as a first car I cannot recommend it enough.
Great first car. Something worth mentioning is at least from my experience the 1.5 was cheaper on insurance than most 1.2 corsas fiestas etc.
Great review! Bought a 57 plate 1.5 as my first car a few months ago. Honestly overwhelmed at what one gets for the price. Mine also came with keyless entry and start.
What is it like to drive?
@@SixthDivison It’s pretty decent, keeps up well on the motorway too. Only issue is wind noise, can be unbearable especially on longer journeys.
@@darkkiller901 ah, I see.
For anybody wondering about getting one of these for a first car just remember to check the gearbox on a 1.3 since they are made out of chocolate. Best of getting a 1.5 like myself which are in fact practically bulletproof
I agree. I have a 1.3l. Not much torque.1 5 sport i w have prefered but not available at the time.
Pros: fun to drive, low maintainance. Cons: low torque, heavy steering.
I'm definitely looking at the Swift for my first car, thanks for the video!
Yeah same really good car
So? Did you bought one?
Wasn't able to as I didn't get to do my driving test then, everything got cancelled and haven't been able to do it for all these months =( But it's still going to be the car I get when I do finally pass!
@@ewanscaringella2342did you
@@DrawAndErase what now
I’m getting my first car next year hopefully, the swift definitely seems like the decision to go for.
I’ve got one as my first car and I honestly can’t fault it, 113K miles and still runs perfect and the 1.3 is surprisingly punchy
i got the sport model, if you want fun you need to buy a sport
Sport is really cool but it's quite high insurance for a first car
@@aadi8568 I think ive changed my mind now, actually started learning and realised that exterior looks aren't everything. It would still be a very fucking cool car to have though.
@@shaungreer3350 actually I had meant to reply to kremzski, the standard 1.3 swift seems a decent first car, but the sport version (1.6) is very cool but insurance is too high for a first car
I bought it as my first car, and now I still have it 3 years later, very reliable and economic, I just travel with it in a very hot temperature (40°c) for 300km, no issue at all
What is the clutch control like? Was considering this for my first car but hear some cars have a very sensitive clutch and are easier to stall than others lol
@@IBeBradleyy you’ve probably already managed to find a car, but I’ll reply either way. Just in case someone else wants to know. :)
In my experience, from someone that drives a much heavier Volvo sedan, the clutch is light and takes some getting used to. Friend of mine has one, but a 2012, so the facelifted version.
It’s not at all bad to drive though, just a case of getting used to it. Great for city driving and performs surprisingly well on highways.
@@OmgItsLeaa which variation of the swift do you have ?
@@experiencewithmartin972 I drive a volvo. my friend has the petrol one. fwd, 94hp.
I bought a 1.5 swift as my first car last month and I'm loving it so far, great little car, decent insurance on it too
Good choice mate I got the 1.5 as my first car, selling mine this week and I can say she has treated me well!
I am collecting my 2014 Suzuki Swift Sport this weekend! Cannot wait! 1.6
Congrats on the purchase!
My 1.3L 2009 Swift is very nippy. I sorted out the aux/bluetooth issue with a plug and play module that goes into the factory radio acting as the cd changer. I've also tinted the windows & added footwell leds. Speakers were weak so upgraded the whole set to Pioneers. Great first car!
Any link for the module
I just bought my first car it's a 2009 Grey suzuki swift GL, got it for £500 clocked at 80k miles. I absolutely love it. The high bite threw me off at first but its a brilliant car and I'm really happy with it.
£500?? was the car overall in good condition and mechanically good?
They really are great cars. The 1.5 has the benefit of "winding up" much faster when RPMs hit 4000 (a modest VVT effect), compared to the 1.3. On paper, the 1.5 is only 9bhp more than the 1.3 but feels much torquier and as I said, pulls harder above 4000rpm. PS. the gearknob in that car looks ridiculous. Get your friend told!).
I'm lucky enough to own a 2007 Suzuki Swift Sport as my first car and I can say a fun and has been trusty so far, couldn't have had a better car for the price
Izuey_59_DCZ Yh same love my sss as a first car
I also have an SSS. Very quick and an absolute beast at the corners.
James Johnson how much is the insurance on a sport for a first car?
Jellery 🤙🏽 I’m paying 2.4k with a black box for my first year
Jellery 🤙🏽 I was paying 1.3k a year with a black box for my first year, its gone down to £500 now for my second year
Yesssssss do more of this types of videos, could you do like cars Renault, vw polo and gold(mk5) and like bmw 1 series 2004
Well, its been my first car for about 8 months now. being a guy with mechanical intel, and able to fix things myself, this car is great. ive thrown about 2-3 k dollars, into it for mods, exhaust n stuff. Its amazing.
I heard good things about the durability of this car, would you say the same?
@@maddawg9636 well this model, is a bit iffy. steering rack, goes bad. and won't 100% work. the gearbox is reaaaaally bad. input shaft bearing goes like you change sheets on your bed. but overall, if you can fix things yourself, its a great car. milage is good too,
Had a silver 3 door 1.3 for my second car! Picked it up from Glasgow and had a pretty chill drive back, nearer home I started revving it a bit more and I was surprised with how nimble the car was! Insurance was cheaper for the Swift than for my first car (a Polo 9N with 64bhp) and had excellent fuel consumption as well. Whacked on some black 15" Dezent wheels, rally style mud flaps, dropped it 35mm each corner and called it a day! Super reliable car, however the auxiliary belt is an expensive fix if it goes. If your budget stretches enough to get the 1.5 engine with 100bhp then there really aren't many better first car options
I picked up a 2009 swift attitude and I'm loving it as a first car
Same there really good cars
I've got that exact same car and as a first car it's so good the 1.3 has managed to keep up with my mates in 2l diesels it's so funny watching there reaction and it's super reliable and the engine sounds mint mines got over 103000 miles on it and nothing has broke in the 2 years over owned it
Can I ask what year yours was made in?
@@EstherOlagboye sure it's 2007
Test drove one today, bought it, pick it up on tuesday! WOOO
I get the looks may not be for everyone, but its very reliable, economical, comfortable, has good equipment level for its time, permanent AWD is impressive, timing chain (no need to change opposed to belt), small and easy to park.. its alot in such a small package. If looking for a reliable daily, look no further. They dont cost alot to buy, and dont cost alot to run. Its genius and brilliant. Thank you Suzuki, I love my Swift.
What year
I drove an auto for 7 days , it had over 260,000 kilos the engine (for such a high mileage car) felt great and runs very smoothly. The issues i noticed was the suspension needed servicing , felt every single bump but thats understandable because of the high mileage again. The indicators not turning off after a turn was also kinda annoying , the boot capacity being small is inconvenient sometimes. But overall the car is alright and surprisingly good on fuel.
As far as engines go, this is bulletproof, dead simple multi point injection. Pro tip, when changing spark plugs, don't pull the ignition cables from the coils. If you do, you have a good chance to ruin the cables.
Change brake fluid regularly, the ABS unit is a common failure point.
Hungarian models had weak transmission bearings, change the oil regularly.
The red display in the centre is prone to failure, make sure it works before you buy.
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Absolutely brilliant little car! Just wanted to mention your camera movements are not pleasant. It's giving me a headache, a shame because I am really enjoying your review.
I own one of these, when I first got it I had no idea these little things could be so quick, I expected a very slow economy car, instead I got a fuel efficient pocket rocket, good deal
Very good appraisal JB, thank you.
From India
A very good first car, i myself own a 11 model. A nice design, a good ride quality (4 adults can fit perfectly), a reliable engine (in india, initially had the 1.3 gb13 ones which was later replaced with 1.2 k12 ) and a sturdy build. In india maruti suzuki has a very good netnetwork of service centers and no issues related to parts availability. Also a nice project car for enthusiasts with tons of modification potential
Love these type of vids, keep them coming 💪🏼
I have a funny relationship with this channel because I found it shortly after I wrote off my first car (A 2005 1.2 VW Polo) so seeing how much you love your polo brought back how much I loved mine, and now in this great video your reviewing my current car a 2009 1.3 GL Swift which I'm about to sell as I'm waiting on my new Skoda Fabia VRS 2013 (none cave engine of course) which I would love to see a review off on your Channel, to keep the tradition going 😄
Haha that's so funny - congrats on the Fabia VRS! If you want to see a review of it, lemme come drive it 👀
@@CarsWithJB yeah as soon as It comes and I do a few touches with it, I might take you up on that offer 👍
You would be surprised at how many mods you can do to it, my girlfriend has a 2010 1.3 swift and we’ve put on new bumpers, skirts a spoiler And a twin exit exhaust, it’s a beautiful looking car
I own a 2007 Swift 1.3 5 door, it's really reliable and fun, I have a dream to convert it to the Swift sport!
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Love these real world vids
Thanks for the review.
The head mounted camera at 6:36 made me sea sick, could you perhaps just mount it on the dash or passenger seat?
Great video bro, loving these car reviews ✌️ the swift looks like a proper fun little car to start driving in
Another class video. This guy is never caught slacking. ❤️
my friend has a 1.3 swift from 2010. Man, it's a great car. The fuel economy sure isn't that good for a 1.3 engine and you can't move the car on clutch only when you've stopped. But apart from these two issues, it is fun to drive.
I didn’t realise the fuel economy was so bad - any idea what he’s averaging?
@@CarsWithJB he was doing 9 kilometres per litre. But recently he has started driving like a dad and has been shifting at 2000RPM which has resulted in 11 kilometres per litre. Still too much for a 1.3 since my 1.6 3zz-fe Corolla does the same average lol and that is 109bhp compared to the 98bhp on swift and also being lighter. But still a very fun car to drive around.
My son has a 2005 , 1.3 . A nice looking car , very comfy seats
I'd like one myself
On my short list for my next car
Thanks for your review 👍🏾
I got a 2008 1.5 swift as my first car recently
How is the insurance?
@@MadMike1203 about 1,150 with a box
Damm. Price of used cars going up!
yess! cars with JB car reviews!
Nice one as always man, awesome channel😍 Btw I'm not sure but I think you can retrofit some aux with maybe a cable to the back of the head unit, many cars including older ones support that
I recently bought a 2009 Swift DDiS (diesel) and I love it. Just about fast enough, £30 a year road tax, cheap insurance, and easily gets 55mpg+ just pootling around. And it's rare too. On the day I bought it I checked on the Auto Trader website. There were 1,421 Suzuki Swifts for sale, and only 13 were diesel!
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@@jayislander Couldn't be happier. Averaging 56.4mpg. Never misses a beat. Only issue I am having is it seems to be a magnet for piss poor parking by others.
@@Richard-Bullock do you still have factory radio
@@jayislander Yes I do. It produces a good quality sound, and is louder than you could ever need it to be.
@@Richard-Bullock I know but it doesn’t have Bluetooth
£1300 for 65k miles, what the fuck? In the Netherlands this car would easily cost €5000, and the exchange rate is only 1.16
My has one of these his first car 08 reg 80k for £800, drives really well we love it especially the red and black leather seats.
Just brought a 1.5 glx as my first car today! Super stoked, unfortunately mine has over 100k miles and the only one that is available in my area is at an expensive dealership, still really happy and can’t wait to upgrade the speakers and get a nice new stereo in it
Is it still going ? :)
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I have that model right now, Give it magic. Give it a wider tyre and see how amazing it looks. It totally changes its looks
LOL, you are kidding right? Wider tyres and look how amazing it looks? That is so embarrassing I am cringing while writing this comment.
These are possibly one of the most ugliest cars ever made, save up and buy an older BMW or Mercedes, now wide tyres on any BMW/Mercedes looks 10000% better 🤣🤣
This is my first car!! It can be surprisingly good in long distances. I've been making 180-190 kph speeds no shaking in the wheel no waving also really reliable and fuel efficient (not so much in city traffic though)
What year
@@jayislander 2009
@@yunusemrekarabyk8390 I have a 2007 I love it
I’m definitely thinking of going for one of these as my first car. However I’m slightly worried when you say that it has a short clutch. I’ve been learning in a relatively new Ford Fiesta and the biting point is really easy to get to (around half way on the clutch). On these Japanese cars, what is the clutch like as I’ve never driven one. Does anyone have experiences of having difficulty with the clutch. Would appreciate advice from anyone ( ik this is an older video so I may not get a reply)
I would say the clutch is short but not unmanageable - you would get used to it very quickly, and it’s also light enough that it’d be more friendly in traffic!
@@CarsWithJB I would say that, as a new driver, that's my main concern. I was using a Citroen for learning, and that had what I would consider a rather short clutch. It was all too easy to miss it, especially when starting uphill. I also tried a Skoda Fabia, and, to me at least, that seemed to have a much more forgiving clutch. Or perhaps that was just because it was at the end of the planned lessons, so I was already somewhat comfortable using clutch and gears...?
Still though... I'm kinda surprised you'd say it's a good beginner car if it has a short clutch. A nice forgiving clutch is one of my main priorities now that I'm looking for my first car, to the point where I'm actually considering giving up on manual gears entirely and go for an automatic instead.
The swift sport are amazing
So weird to see a TH-camr who's also from my town! You literally went the same route I did towards my old school BMS! I'm hopefully about to go for my first car, we should meet up and I can let you drive it once I have it 😎
My 2012 fiesta broke down on me and I had to sell it, I'm thinking of the suzuki swift sport as a next car
Look at the new hyundai i20, if u want more power then wait for i20N. I rly think its much better value for the money even tho i love the swift sport.
If youre in the market for a used one tho then swift sport is probably best value hatchback under 4k, this and Golf GTI mk5
6:18 my 32 gen swift makes that sorta whining sound going hard on first and a bit high up 2nd..
1st gear is really short so I guess it's jus more straight cut than the others 🤔
all the models have the whining sound, i have an 1.6 and its the same, nothing to worry
@@kremzski6760 oh yea not worried about it... I mean you do have the gearbox pretty much right under your feet with not much sound insulation 😂 does add a lil character to the car tho
@@ollie42 to be honest i like the sound, sounds mean when you rev it sounds maybe like it has traight cut gears that transmission from the m3 gtr whine like hell so its fun to rev, as of sound isolation no it really doesnt have because its a budget car but man its a blast to drive with their revvi engines and good steering wheel feedback
Great video mate , any videos coming up on the impacts of modding your first car on insurance price , I have no clue what it would cost
He's done a full video a while back on the effects of various mods on insurance prices.
I rented a swift this year for a few days, and I've got to admit I really, really enjoyed returning it. :)
how are cars that cheap in England? :o
We pay atleast 3k Euros here in the Netherlands
The steering wheel's wrong placement. There's more market for a left steering car, cause they're good for almost the whole world.
Nice enough. I'd still take a Fiesta Mk7 (2008-19, there appears to be confusion about which is the 6 or 7...) since it looks nicer and I think they're a bit more fun but can't knock the Swift.
Of course, the car we all want to see you review really is the Jazz ☺
I own this and u know what it's amazing in everything the handling is way too good and with a litte bit of turbo boost u can go brrr also it has vvt or VTEC so yeah it's a little monster
@Rob Cottingham 2007 bruh
i want one. japanese brand, so you know itll be okay quality, very plasticy, but reliable and sturdy. outside always looks great, interior dated, but aftermarket and forums are common. I likey
I had the 1.3 93bhp one and what a banger of a first car it was recommended to anyone, loads better than corsas and fiestas doesn’t feel as cheap with stuff, and you can also do 60 in second gear if you want, but I’d definitely have another
How long did that gearbox last with that behaviour 🤣
@@user-yd3ic3cl3b never failed me and it’s still going now 😂
Is the swift sport quicker than the Yaris t-sport?
Much quicker. Yaris T-Sport is 1.5 with 107bhp. The Swift Sport in 1.6 VVT with 125bhp.
@@droge192 and the 0-60 of both ?
Great car i used to have Old swift gls 2000 year as my first car rusted out unfortunately hidden rust but still drove great and then Swift IV 4x4 great car sold it to my bro and now i have 2 swifts kasmir blue one and red one on lpg which is low cost ride and its my work ride as delivery driver. Love these great motors but only in Benzin.
I have the 2012 sport, and although it's very different to this car the aspects in which they are similar is cheap insurance, good reliability and people think you're driving a woman's car so they don't think you're gonna rag it at any moment
The 1.5 is the one to have they fly for what they are🤣
Best Car I have❤❤❤
Affordable and reliable what is not to like!
Swift or yaris? And why?
Answer to the title : 2:27
You wanna do a review on my second car?? Only been driving for roughly a year. It’s an Astra elite so it’s much more we’ll equipped than a swift and was even cheaper too. It’s a 1.6vvt
What's the name of the first song you put in the video
In the description 🤙🏽
One of these near me with 1.5vvt for 1000. Really thinking about it because its 5 door.
It's the perfect first car.
Cheap, forgiving, and the paint clear coat falls off constantly.
I've got an 08 swift sport as my second car and its a brilliant car. In comparison to my 07 fiesta it's a lot more fun to drive but the interior is nowhere near as nice. Hard plastics all over and a few trim rattles but the way they drive. Apparently the 1.5 is cheaper to insure than the 1.3 and the 1.3 are known for gearbox issues. The swift is a really good car though regardless of the engines
I am feeling rather smug. My son bought a 64 plate Swift last week, which I found for him. He said that it was better to drive than him mum's fiesta. I was surprised that JB thinks it is more expensive than a Polo, Fiesta etc. At 64 plate - they are about the
same or cheaper.
Was the first car of my Brother Sister and now me ^^
The mk1 swift sport 1.6vvt is only usually a bit more than a standard swift and they fly. Beat a Mazda mx5 in it back in the day 😂
Thinking of getting this as my first car but I'm not sure if the post-2010 units have the same gearbox issues as the ones before. Also, is it just the 1.3L Swifts (pre-2010) with this issue and not the the 1.5L units?
How is it
@@jayislander I ended up getting a 2008 Toyota Auris TR instead and it hasn't given me any issues over the last 3 months
@@harjasmarok7133 great car
You should try review 1.25 Fiesta mk6
I have a 2014 swift ,one of the best cars I've ever owned ,awesome fuel economy, comfortable and reliable
This man has sold me on a swift for a first car
How is it
i bought a 1.5 4 door swift for 2.5k as my first car. Its got great size and i put a tow bar on it for a motorbike trailer. Also fit a full set of motorbike fairings in the back with 2 sets of paddock stands a bunch of tools and leathers. Great car but the radio is shite
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@@kitanyaedward6722 the car was written off last year in a head on crash at 60mph. It crashed well tbh. The engine snapped off from the front chassis but didn’t come through the firewall. Still was a great car
I'm from Australia I love these cars. I do see alot of Girls drive them, like 80%. But other then that they are super fun in manual maybe not looks wise. Also never go automatic. Always go manual. Will be more reliable and manuals make you drive better and make you concentrate more. A manual suzuki swift would be the best for fun and thrashing
I totally disagree with it looking stylish, they look so outdated and cheap/nasty. Fine for a young girl's first car but it would be a car for A-Z not any stylish/ nice to drive features 🤣🤣
@@QUIKCaspa they are tinney and the mixes looks better then this.
@@Jo_Wardy Nah bro, they aren't a to make look nice lol, they are just a basic a-b car
Offer is still open if you want the swift sport
Does it have ESP?
In 2023, that would be over 2k to buy now.
I like the suzuki jimny and samurai
Around watford yeahh cmonn
Do a cheap insurance 4x4 for new drivers vid pleaseeee😭😭
Hi ik this isnt the smartest thing to do but i just want peoples opinions and suggestions on what i should do. Im looking for a car as a new driver and my eyes are set on the Ford Fiesta St-line 140 but the overall cost will set me back around £14,000 including insurance. Ik its alot for a new driver but i wouldnt mind some suggestions. I would like a sporty, some-what fast car, knowing it will cost a fair bit.
The smart thing to do is to own a shitbox with cheap insurance for a first year, and after you're done get the actual car you want. Personally I'd go for a fiat Panda as these will cost you 1100 on insurance (17, no experience) or a VW fox, or if you want even cheaper insurance 980 pounds on a 1.0 Kia picanto.
But if you want a sporty car with more decent insurance go for a suzuki swift sport.
I wanted a 1.8 Mx 5 myself, but insurers strangle me in pricing to insure one. Will have to settle for a Panda/picanto for 1-2 years then try the MX 5 again.
Splice fd The mx-5 is a beauty and i hope you manage to get it. Ik a first car is better to be a shit box but the picanto and panda are a no go for me. But the suzuki swift sport is a good option. My grandad has a 15 swift which he cant drive anymore and i was gonna just use that but its an automatic and i dont really want an automatic
@@dmorti08 you might want to trade that automatic for a swift sport, my advice. Better ask your grandad if he's ok with the idea first. Also thanks for the reassurance.
How old are you? What's your yearly income? Would you be financing or buying outright? Does the insurance that you're looking at require you to have a black box? If so, there's no point having a fast car. Paying £14 000 for your first car + insurance is, as you admitted, not the smartest thing to do, and if you're still relatively young, the impact of your financial decisions now can affect you for decades.
@@N55_R_55G thats the only problem. Unfortunatley my grandads been diagnosed with dementia so we have had to put him in a home and anything of his we sell would go into his account to pay for his time in the nursing home. So legally i cant sell the car and use the money
Change the wheels, put an Android unit instead of the radio and you've got yourself a modern looking car, it has aged well. The diesel is actually a good one for people who put miles on their cars, it's the Fiat 1.3 from the Corsa, and I know a few people who had that engine in their cars, not all of them treated their car right yet the cars never broke down.
hondaaaa jazz gd1 cheap first carrr review?? 1.4 is funnn man. also love the vids dude big fan
Honda Jazz...fun...nope. Great little car though, but since one knocked JB's wing mirror off I don't think he's a fan! Which is exactly why I want to see him review one ☺
@@ApothecaryTerry id have to disagreee maybe its cuz its my first car ahah.
@@leehayden4975 1st cars are always fun because they're 1st cars- I loved my Fiat Punto but it was total crap! The Jazz is genuinely really good, but can't chuck them into corners like a Fiesta for example.
I drive a 69 plate one and funly enough the seats are really thin now
Chain engine . Bulletproof car, any suzuki engine is durable. Small and fast for it's size.
I Wish i had This as First Car 😅 my First one 2012 was a Peugeot 106 S16 LOL
I once crash a Mazda 6 with my Suzuki swift 1.5 !! I love this generation swift 😋😋😋 not the new facelift 😷😷