Suzuki has confirmed that the upcoming Swift Sport will be powered by the firm’s 1.4-litre Boosterjet engine. Suzuki is understandably eager to reshuffle its current line-up with trendy turbo engines and the Swift Sport will be the first model to reveal the engine’s sporty potential.
In certian markets the 1.4-litre Boosterjet engine will replace the Swift’s existing 100kW 1.6-litre normally aspirated 4-cylinder which despite being a tingly thing to extend through the rev band, needs to be worked harder than its rivals for ultimately less return.
Suzuki has not released figures yet but even if the Swift Sport doesn’t get a more potent version, the engine has proved good for 220Nm which is an extra 60Nm compared to the normally aspirated engine. Couple this to a low kerb weight around 1000kg and Swift Sport Boosterjet will take on much larger prey than its price tag implies.
Fans of accurate steering, feelsome brakes and taut body control will be pleased to finally have the power to unlock each virtue and a six-speed gearbox will once again position the Swift Sport at the enthusiasts.
Proportions of the new Swift Sport remain similar with the unmistakeable slanted roofline but with new cooling requirements the front airdams are larger. Inside the flagship of the Swift range you’ll find an updated infotainment screen flanked by higher quality materials.
The remainder of the Swift range could receive the smaller 1.0-litre Boosterjet which is currently fitted to the Baleno – due in South Africa later this year.
Suzuki South Africa has not confirmed the Boosterjet engine for any of its models but with the current range consisting of fairly insipid engines, one has to believe its availability will be vital for the company’s future prospects.
