Is the Suzuki Swift a Good First Car?

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I review and drive a Suzuki Swift 1.3L to work out whether it's among the best first cars in the UK! It's cheap, reliable, and quite fast for a first car, so all in all I was actually very impressed. I'll let the video tell you the rest!
Hope you enjoy the video, and if you're in the market for one, let me know in the comments below!
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@droge192
@droge192 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@sanjayj1432
@sanjayj1432 2 жыл бұрын
Indeed, the smaller tyres are not doing any justice to the looks on this example
@deliastan1159
@deliastan1159 11 ай бұрын
Omg I was thinking the same thing!
@stevesas632
@stevesas632 11 ай бұрын
agree, great looking cars, especially the Sport
@anh4904
@anh4904 5 ай бұрын
Agreed
@aadi8568
@aadi8568 2 жыл бұрын
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
@CarsWithJB
@CarsWithJB 2 жыл бұрын
Such a decent little car!
@sisamusudroka3000
@sisamusudroka3000 Жыл бұрын
@@CarsWithJB in India too no less, I've learnt that if a car survives India it'll go anywhere
@stevesas632
@stevesas632 11 ай бұрын
I thought it was the Suzuki Alto that was badged Maruti in India.
@aadi8568
@aadi8568 11 ай бұрын
@@stevesas632 all suzukis in india are badged as maruti suzuki
@zulfaqaarhussain3775
@zulfaqaarhussain3775 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@CarsWithJB
@CarsWithJB 3 жыл бұрын
It definitely surprised me!
@djjam0101
@djjam0101 3 жыл бұрын
I hate the seats in the swift, hard, uncomfortable and way to high. The sound system is awful too
@HollandBest.nr1
@HollandBest.nr1 3 жыл бұрын
@@djjam0101 sound system is fantastic with a expensive radio
@djjam0101
@djjam0101 3 жыл бұрын
@@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
@Jacko1088
@Jacko1088 3 жыл бұрын
Own a 1.5. Lowered it and it handles so much better overall. I couldn't cope with the arch gap.
@diegom1982nn
@diegom1982nn 3 жыл бұрын
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
@HollandBest.nr1
@HollandBest.nr1 3 жыл бұрын
Same here
@sunny-eo3nf
@sunny-eo3nf 2 жыл бұрын
Yes you can, I did it on mine, even installed a camera in the back works very good with the screen
@ignaciodemedina1142
@ignaciodemedina1142 2 жыл бұрын
How much cost that? I live in the netherlands and thinking about purchasing this car as a beginner!
@amartje0108
@amartje0108 Жыл бұрын
@@ignaciodemedina1142 als je nog hulp nodig hebt reageer maar, ik heb in mijn swift een android scherm geinstalleerd, camera en sensoren
@samconroyy
@samconroyy Жыл бұрын
@@amartje0108 What model did you buy? How much?
@samirul97
@samirul97 3 жыл бұрын
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
@FadiQv 7 ай бұрын
How did it go 3 years on? Looking to get a 2009 1.5l auto version
@samirul97
@samirul97 6 ай бұрын
@@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
@FadiQv
@FadiQv 6 ай бұрын
@@samirul97 I got the 1.5. The 1.6 was crazy on insurance unfortunately. Thanks for the update.
@tylerogt1931
@tylerogt1931 3 жыл бұрын
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
@AegonCallery-ty6vy
@AegonCallery-ty6vy 15 күн бұрын
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.
@bananaman432
@bananaman432 3 жыл бұрын
I very much want a swift for my first car - glad you made this vid :)
@tayfunsaral5024
@tayfunsaral5024 3 ай бұрын
you got it?
@giacomofoppoli7853
@giacomofoppoli7853 3 жыл бұрын
Love these type of vids, keep them coming 💪🏼
@royliber3824
@royliber3824 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@danielhunter1395
@danielhunter1395 3 жыл бұрын
Another class video. This guy is never caught slacking. ❤️
@DrawAndErase
@DrawAndErase 3 жыл бұрын
I'm definitely looking at the Swift for my first car, thanks for the video!
@aceb5532
@aceb5532 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah same really good car
@ewanscaringella2342
@ewanscaringella2342 3 жыл бұрын
So? Did you bought one?
@DrawAndErase
@DrawAndErase 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@jayislander
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
@@ewanscaringella2342did you
@ulysses4989
@ulysses4989 9 ай бұрын
@@DrawAndErase what now
@CorpseFyre987412
@CorpseFyre987412 3 жыл бұрын
Great video bro, loving these car reviews ✌️ the swift looks like a proper fun little car to start driving in
@ArsenalsJack1992
@ArsenalsJack1992 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@ripleypipe
@ripleypipe Жыл бұрын
Very good appraisal JB, thank you.
@JRGRAY-33
@JRGRAY-33 3 жыл бұрын
On my short list for my next car Thanks for your review 👍🏾
@AlexanderPews
@AlexanderPews Жыл бұрын
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.
@jayislander
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
What year
@ChaosCrumpet24
@ChaosCrumpet24 3 жыл бұрын
Test drove one today, bought it, pick it up on tuesday! WOOO
@wisbeachconstructionltd316
@wisbeachconstructionltd316 3 жыл бұрын
Love these real world vids
@dirmanhero
@dirmanhero 3 жыл бұрын
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
@shaungreer3350
@shaungreer3350 3 жыл бұрын
I’m getting my first car next year hopefully, the swift definitely seems like the decision to go for.
@oldman1660
@oldman1660 3 жыл бұрын
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
@kremzski6760
@kremzski6760 3 жыл бұрын
i got the sport model, if you want fun you need to buy a sport
@aadi8568
@aadi8568 2 жыл бұрын
Sport is really cool but it's quite high insurance for a first car
@shaungreer3350
@shaungreer3350 2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@aadi8568
@aadi8568 2 жыл бұрын
@@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
@mubtasimahsan
@mubtasimahsan 3 жыл бұрын
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
@davidtoth8975
@davidtoth8975 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@darkkiller901
@darkkiller901 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@SixthDivison
@SixthDivison 3 жыл бұрын
What is it like to drive?
@darkkiller901
@darkkiller901 3 жыл бұрын
@@SixthDivison It’s pretty decent, keeps up well on the motorway too. Only issue is wind noise, can be unbearable especially on longer journeys.
@SixthDivison
@SixthDivison 3 жыл бұрын
@@darkkiller901 ah, I see.
@milaskilathelab
@milaskilathelab 2 жыл бұрын
I am collecting my 2014 Suzuki Swift Sport this weekend! Cannot wait! 1.6
@CarsWithJB
@CarsWithJB 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the purchase!
@droge192
@droge192 3 жыл бұрын
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!).
@AnkitBasakAB
@AnkitBasakAB Жыл бұрын
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.
@cactus3796
@cactus3796 3 жыл бұрын
yess! cars with JB car reviews!
@S47WAN
@S47WAN 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@jayislander
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
Any link for the module
@harryflacks2042
@harryflacks2042 3 жыл бұрын
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
@reeceappleton5371
@reeceappleton5371 3 жыл бұрын
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 😄
@CarsWithJB
@CarsWithJB 3 жыл бұрын
Haha that's so funny - congrats on the Fabia VRS! If you want to see a review of it, lemme come drive it 👀
@reeceappleton5371
@reeceappleton5371 3 жыл бұрын
@@CarsWithJB yeah as soon as It comes and I do a few touches with it, I might take you up on that offer 👍
@sunny-eo3nf
@sunny-eo3nf 2 жыл бұрын
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
@IBeBradleyy
@IBeBradleyy 2 жыл бұрын
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
@OmgItsLeaa
@OmgItsLeaa 2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@experiencewithmartin972
@experiencewithmartin972 2 жыл бұрын
@@OmgItsLeaa which variation of the swift do you have ?
@OmgItsLeaa
@OmgItsLeaa 2 жыл бұрын
@@experiencewithmartin972 I drive a volvo. my friend has the petrol one. fwd, 94hp.
@drumstick74
@drumstick74 8 ай бұрын
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?
@Optimusprime809
@Optimusprime809 2 жыл бұрын
So weird to see a KZfaqr 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 😎
@garincharles60
@garincharles60 3 жыл бұрын
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
@izuey_59_dcz62
@izuey_59_dcz62 3 жыл бұрын
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
@jamesjohnson9891
@jamesjohnson9891 3 жыл бұрын
Izuey_59_DCZ Yh same love my sss as a first car
@Tougebeat
@Tougebeat 3 жыл бұрын
I also have an SSS. Very quick and an absolute beast at the corners.
@jellery7773
@jellery7773 3 жыл бұрын
James Johnson how much is the insurance on a sport for a first car?
@jamesjohnson9891
@jamesjohnson9891 3 жыл бұрын
Jellery 🤙🏽 I’m paying 2.4k with a black box for my first year
@izuey_59_dcz62
@izuey_59_dcz62 3 жыл бұрын
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
@fabioneto6350
@fabioneto6350 11 ай бұрын
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.
@naetrain
@naetrain 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@kingmk7054
@kingmk7054 11 ай бұрын
£500?? was the car overall in good condition and mechanically good?
@mjordz4138
@mjordz4138 3 жыл бұрын
I picked up a 2009 swift attitude and I'm loving it as a first car
@callumnelson5864
@callumnelson5864 3 жыл бұрын
Same there really good cars
@jackwilko1497
@jackwilko1497 3 жыл бұрын
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
@AlexW-sh4gx
@AlexW-sh4gx 3 жыл бұрын
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
@ApothecaryTerry
@ApothecaryTerry 3 жыл бұрын
He's done a full video a while back on the effects of various mods on insurance prices.
@davidjohns.3065
@davidjohns.3065 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@ApothecaryTerry
@ApothecaryTerry 3 жыл бұрын
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 ☺
@jamesst1809
@jamesst1809 3 жыл бұрын
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
@EstherOlagboye
@EstherOlagboye 3 жыл бұрын
Can I ask what year yours was made in?
@jamesst1809
@jamesst1809 3 жыл бұрын
@@EstherOlagboye sure it's 2007
@Imtiyaz29
@Imtiyaz29 2 жыл бұрын
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)
@CarsWithJB
@CarsWithJB 2 жыл бұрын
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!
@chaoscarl8414
@chaoscarl8414 10 ай бұрын
@@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.
@Mikkellol160
@Mikkellol160 3 жыл бұрын
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
@maddawg9636 2 жыл бұрын
I heard good things about the durability of this car, would you say the same?
@Mikkellol160
@Mikkellol160 2 жыл бұрын
@@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,
@yashthegamer4250
@yashthegamer4250 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@jayislander
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
Update
@georgeclarke8770
@georgeclarke8770 3 жыл бұрын
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
@FuZeJohnny
@FuZeJohnny 2 жыл бұрын
Is it still going ? :)
@jayislander
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
Update
@yoyobase4638
@yoyobase4638 Ай бұрын
The swift sport are amazing
@nadim2769
@nadim2769 3 жыл бұрын
Swift or yaris? And why?
@tommyfennell8670
@tommyfennell8670 3 жыл бұрын
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
@petersteiniger2890
@petersteiniger2890 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@brokestudio_
@brokestudio_ 2 жыл бұрын
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
@CarsWithJB 2 жыл бұрын
I didn’t realise the fuel economy was so bad - any idea what he’s averaging?
@brokestudio_
@brokestudio_ 2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@hamzoot2801
@hamzoot2801 3 жыл бұрын
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
@user-yd3ic3cl3b
@user-yd3ic3cl3b 2 жыл бұрын
Damm. Price of used cars going up!
@rorydixon2081
@rorydixon2081 3 жыл бұрын
One of these near me with 1.5vvt for 1000. Really thinking about it because its 5 door.
@EctoMorpheus
@EctoMorpheus 3 жыл бұрын
£1300 for 65k miles, what the fuck? In the Netherlands this car would easily cost €5000, and the exchange rate is only 1.16
@ollie42
@ollie42 3 жыл бұрын
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
@kremzski6760 3 жыл бұрын
all the models have the whining sound, i have an 1.6 and its the same, nothing to worry
@ollie42
@ollie42 3 жыл бұрын
@@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
@kremzski6760
@kremzski6760 3 жыл бұрын
@@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
@harjasmarok7133
@harjasmarok7133 Жыл бұрын
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?
@jayislander
@jayislander 8 ай бұрын
How is it
@harjasmarok7133
@harjasmarok7133 8 ай бұрын
@@jayislander I ended up getting a 2008 Toyota Auris TR instead and it hasn't given me any issues over the last 3 months
@jayislander
@jayislander 8 ай бұрын
@@harjasmarok7133 great car
@garethshaw1959
@garethshaw1959 3 жыл бұрын
You should try review 1.25 Fiesta mk6
@cammymillard7385
@cammymillard7385 2 жыл бұрын
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
@7olympiakosg
@7olympiakosg 2 жыл бұрын
Does it have ESP?
@sashaarabadji8685
@sashaarabadji8685 3 жыл бұрын
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
@sanglunneihsial6802
@sanglunneihsial6802 6 ай бұрын
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
@QUIKCaspa
@QUIKCaspa 2 ай бұрын
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 🤣🤣
@duffmanlad7844
@duffmanlad7844 3 жыл бұрын
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
@user-yd3ic3cl3b
@user-yd3ic3cl3b 2 жыл бұрын
How long did that gearbox last with that behaviour 🤣
@duffmanlad7844
@duffmanlad7844 2 жыл бұрын
@@user-yd3ic3cl3b never failed me and it’s still going now 😂
@yunusemrekarabyk8390
@yunusemrekarabyk8390 Жыл бұрын
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)
@jayislander
@jayislander 8 ай бұрын
What year
@yunusemrekarabyk8390
@yunusemrekarabyk8390 8 ай бұрын
@@jayislander 2009
@jayislander
@jayislander 8 ай бұрын
@@yunusemrekarabyk8390 I have a 2007 I love it
@jonkellan3544
@jonkellan3544 3 жыл бұрын
Do a cheap insurance 4x4 for new drivers vid pleaseeee😭😭
@Adam-ce2fe
@Adam-ce2fe 3 жыл бұрын
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
@shuttzi9878
@shuttzi9878 3 жыл бұрын
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
@tagapiouplayz3737
@tagapiouplayz3737 3 жыл бұрын
Is the swift sport quicker than the Yaris t-sport?
@droge192
@droge192 3 жыл бұрын
Much quicker. Yaris T-Sport is 1.5 with 107bhp. The Swift Sport in 1.6 VVT with 125bhp.
@tagapiouplayz3737
@tagapiouplayz3737 3 жыл бұрын
@@droge192 and the 0-60 of both ?
@andreasavin9372
@andreasavin9372 2 жыл бұрын
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.
@mikehydropneumatic2583
@mikehydropneumatic2583 3 жыл бұрын
Affordable and reliable what is not to like!
@Redline95
@Redline95 3 жыл бұрын
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
@Redline95
@Redline95 3 жыл бұрын
@Rob Cottingham 2007 bruh
@edwardpage9996
@edwardpage9996 3 жыл бұрын
I got a 2008 1.5 swift as my first car recently
@michaelpittner2019
@michaelpittner2019 3 жыл бұрын
How is the insurance?
@edwardpage9996
@edwardpage9996 3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelpittner2019 about 1,150 with a box
@djcinq
@djcinq 3 жыл бұрын
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 😂
@khensk
@khensk 3 жыл бұрын
What's the name of the first song you put in the video
@CarsWithJB
@CarsWithJB 3 жыл бұрын
In the description 🤙🏽
@DexMcqueen
@DexMcqueen 3 жыл бұрын
Around watford yeahh cmonn
@Richard-Bullock
@Richard-Bullock Жыл бұрын
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
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
Update
@Richard-Bullock
@Richard-Bullock Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@jayislander
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
@@Richard-Bullock do you still have factory radio
@Richard-Bullock
@Richard-Bullock Жыл бұрын
@@jayislander Yes I do. It produces a good quality sound, and is louder than you could ever need it to be.
@jayislander
@jayislander Жыл бұрын
@@Richard-Bullock I know but it doesn’t have Bluetooth
@connorfullen417
@connorfullen417 3 жыл бұрын
The 1.5 is the one to have they fly for what they are🤣
@thepurdychannel8866
@thepurdychannel8866 3 жыл бұрын
I like the suzuki jimny and samurai
@TheNielsAlmelo
@TheNielsAlmelo 3 жыл бұрын
how are cars that cheap in England? :o We pay atleast 3k Euros here in the Netherlands
@pastir91
@pastir91 Жыл бұрын
The steering wheel's wrong placement. There's more market for a left steering car, cause they're good for almost the whole world.
@lydiatubelyricsong
@lydiatubelyricsong 2 ай бұрын
Best Car I have❤❤❤
@jonathonedwards6741
@jonathonedwards6741 3 жыл бұрын
Offer is still open if you want the swift sport
@jackpallister9148
@jackpallister9148 3 жыл бұрын
Anyone know how much this is to insure for a 17 year old male ?
@HollandBest.nr1
@HollandBest.nr1 3 жыл бұрын
Was the first car of my Brother Sister and now me ^^
@dmorti08
@dmorti08 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@N55_R_55G
@N55_R_55G 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@dmorti08
@dmorti08 3 жыл бұрын
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
@N55_R_55G
@N55_R_55G 3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@stevencox78
@stevencox78 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@dmorti08
@dmorti08 3 жыл бұрын
@@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
@damioncoke5072
@damioncoke5072 2 жыл бұрын
Damn man, the beginning of the video had me spilling my tea. Speakers were turned up too. Man...
@vaperiza
@vaperiza Жыл бұрын
I Wish i had This as First Car 😅 my First one 2012 was a Peugeot 106 S16 LOL
@lihlegreenick2566
@lihlegreenick2566 3 жыл бұрын
I once crash a Mazda 6 with my Suzuki swift 1.5 !! I love this generation swift 😋😋😋 not the new facelift 😷😷
@Tom_Svensen
@Tom_Svensen 2 жыл бұрын
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
@kitanyaedward6722 10 ай бұрын
Update
@Tom_Svensen
@Tom_Svensen 9 ай бұрын
@@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
@leehayden4975
@leehayden4975 3 жыл бұрын
hondaaaa jazz gd1 cheap first carrr review?? 1.4 is funnn man. also love the vids dude big fan
@ApothecaryTerry
@ApothecaryTerry 3 жыл бұрын
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
@leehayden4975 3 жыл бұрын
@@ApothecaryTerry id have to disagreee maybe its cuz its my first car ahah.
@ApothecaryTerry
@ApothecaryTerry 3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@NEONXGAMERZ
@NEONXGAMERZ 3 жыл бұрын
I drive a 69 plate one and funly enough the seats are really thin now
@Jo_Wardy
@Jo_Wardy 2 жыл бұрын
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
@QUIKCaspa
@QUIKCaspa 2 ай бұрын
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 🤣🤣
@Jo_Wardy
@Jo_Wardy 2 ай бұрын
@@QUIKCaspa they are tinney and the mixes looks better then this.
@QUIKCaspa
@QUIKCaspa 2 ай бұрын
@@Jo_Wardy Nah bro, they aren't a to make look nice lol, they are just a basic a-b car
@Scottagram
@Scottagram 2 жыл бұрын
It's the perfect first car. Cheap, forgiving, and the paint clear coat falls off constantly.
@razor961000
@razor961000 3 ай бұрын
I have a 2014 swift ,one of the best cars I've ever owned ,awesome fuel economy, comfortable and reliable
@Benjamin_Boxall
@Benjamin_Boxall 3 жыл бұрын
Answer to the title : 2:27
@Alexnikpo
@Alexnikpo 3 жыл бұрын
I rented a swift this year for a few days, and I've got to admit I really, really enjoyed returning it. :)
@Chumbarley
@Chumbarley 10 ай бұрын
This man has sold me on a swift for a first car
@kitanyaedward6722
@kitanyaedward6722 10 ай бұрын
How is it
@stevesas632
@stevesas632 11 ай бұрын
In 2023, that would be over 2k to buy now.
@nuhwuh
@nuhwuh 3 жыл бұрын
first car fridays?
@user-sg5so8py7f
@user-sg5so8py7f 3 жыл бұрын
my mum drives an a1 one and the vision is alright but my grandad ownes a swift and the vision in that is so much better
@Psycho-Timbo
@Psycho-Timbo 3 жыл бұрын
1.3? Wow my 07 is a 1.5.
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