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Suzuki Swift Sport (ZC33S Series)

High-performance 140 hp hot hatch with 1.4L Boosterjet turbo power, Monroe sport suspension, and sub-1,500 cc duty savings.

Suzuki Swift Sport (ZC33S Series)
Mandai score
9/10
Typical price
KSh 2,100,000
Years
2017-2023
Body type
Compact Hatchbacks
Fuel
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Doors
5
Most popular trim
Swift Sport 1.4 Boosterjet (ZC33S)
Dealer listings
None listed

Fuel and running cost

Fuel consumption
16.2 km/L6.2 L/100km combined · about 599 km a tank
Running cost
KSh 1,401 / 100 kmKSh 14 a km · KSh 14,010 for 1,000 km · petrol

Dimensions

Length
3,890 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Wheelbase
2,450 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Boot space
265 L (579 L folded)
Kerb weight
970 kg
Seats
5

Specifications

Engine
1.4L K14C / K14D Boosterjet Turbo Direct-Injection Inline-4
Power
140 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque
230 Nm @ 2,500–3,500 rpm
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
0–100 km/h
8.1 sec
Top speed
210 km/h

Fuel economy

Combined
16.2 km/L
City
13.5 km/L
Highway
18.8 km/L
Tank size
37 L
CO₂ emissions
141 g/km

At a glance

Model
Suzuki Swift Sport (ZC33S Series)
Production years
2017–2023
Body type
5-Door Performance Hot Hatch
Seating capacity
5
Fuel types
Petrol (Boosterjet Turbo)
Engine sizes
1,372 cc (1.4L K14C / K14D Direct-Injection Turbo)
Transmission
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Paddle-Shift Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with Sport Tuning
Ground clearance
120 mm
Source market
Japan (RHD JDM Spec)

Pros and cons

What’s good
  • Explosive 140 hp / 230 Nm performance: Featherweight 970 kg curb weight provides blistering power-to-weight ratio and 8.1s 0–100 km/h acceleration.
  • Sub-1,500 cc KRA tax advantage: 1,372 cc engine qualifies for lower baseline import taxes and standard 25% excise tax tier.
  • Monroe sport shock absorbers: Factory Monroe tuned suspension delivers flat cornering, razor-sharp steering feedback, and excellent high-speed grip.
  • Aggressive hot-hatch styling: Honeycomb grille, carbon-look splitters, dual chrome exhaust tips, semi-bucket seats with red stitching, and 17-inch alloy wheels.
What’s not so good
  • Low 120 mm ground clearance: Requires cautious driving over tall estate speed bumps and rough unpaved roads in Nairobi.
  • Firm sports ride: Stiffer Monroe suspension setup transmits road imperfections more directly than standard Swift models.
  • Premium unleaded fuel requirement: Requires high-octane 95+ petrol to maintain turbo boost performance safely.
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