The fourth generation of the popular city mini has been on the market since 2017, so it’s time for a more significant rejuvenating peel.
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The modernized Suzuki Swift for the model year 2021 looks almost the same at first glance, yet it got a slightly modified design. In the press release, the carmaker draws attention to the new radiator grille, which received a more pronounced chrome bar in its center, and new headlights, which should already be standard on LED technology.
The biggest changes, however, took place under the hood, where the new 1.2-liter engine called K12D Dualjet moved. It replaces the twelve-seat K12C Dualjet, first introduced in 2014, compared to which it promises lower consumption and CO emissions.2.
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Technical changes to the K12D engine should include a new double injection system that promises better engine response and lower fuel consumption. The balanced ratio was to be achieved by advanced variable valve timing (VVT) modifications, a variable oil pump and electronic cylinder cooling nozzles.
However, engine power fell from the original 66 kW (90 hp) to 61 kW (83 hp) and the highest torque fell from 120 Nm (at 4400 rpm) to 107 Nm (but at 2,800 rpm). The new Swift in combination with the CVT variator transmission should then accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 12.2 seconds.
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The engine is, of course, complemented by 12V mild-hybrid technology, which consists of an integrated starter-generator (ISG) and a new lithium-ion battery. Its capacity has been increased from the original 3Ah to 10Ah, thanks to which it now promises even more efficient work with energy.
The starter generator itself, which is connected to the engine by a belt, offers a maximum output of only 2.3 kW. More important, however, is the torque of up to 50 Nm, which is easy to feel in Suzuki mild-hybrid cars, especially in the low speed range, and helps with acceleration.
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In addition, the mild-hybrid system, which weighs just 6.2 kilograms, also contributes to lower consumption. At the same time, it should now have an average value of 4.9 l / 100 km (according to WLTP measurements), while CO2 emissions have a value of 111 g CO2 / km.
As we have already mentioned a few lines above, the new engine can be combined with an automatic CVT transmission, which will be available for selected equipment with front-wheel drive only. AllGrip Auto all-wheel drive, which is unique in the segment, remains on offer in combination with a manual transmission. The average consumption should be around 5.5 l / 100 km and CO2 emissions around 123 g / km (both according to WLTP).
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In addition, the British representation of Suzuki talks about the inclusion of adaptive cruise control in the standard equipment, which makes it easier for drivers to travel longer distances. In addition, standard equipment should include air conditioning, a Smartlink system with a 7 “screen, a DAB radio, a reversing camera, a leather upholstered steering wheel, tinted rear windows and 16” alloy wheels.
Higher equipment should include lane departure warning, behind-the-clock traffic monitoring, blind spot monitoring, parking sensors, automatic air conditioning, keyless access, telescopic steering wheel and mirrors with integrated turn signals.
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