2025 Suzuki Swift
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
This 2025 Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL is a used, manual mild-hybrid with 38,526 km on the clock and five seats in a five-door layout — a tidy example for a first-car buyer. The listing shows the 1.2-litre petrol engine rated at 82 hp; the Swift’s compact packaging makes city parking and daily commutes straightforward.
The mild-hybrid system and claimed economy of 3.9 L/100 km make running costs a headline advantage for low-budget motoring and insurance-conscious drivers. The manual gearbox gives direct control for learner or new drivers, while the five-door practicality helps with groceries, weekend luggage and occasional passengers — a sensible petrol hatchback choice for Gauteng roads.
Located in Duncanville, Vereeniging, enquire with the dealer to book a viewing or test drive; search for used Swift for sale or Swift 1.2 GL and find this petrol hatchback in Gauteng on Auto.co.za.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
STARGATE AUTO is an accredited pre-owned dealership with more than 20 years experience which strive to provide our customers with their dream vehicle as well as ultimate peace of mind. For prompt and friendly service, contact any of our professional staff today! Finance available through all major banks. Trade-ins are welcome.
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Suzuki Swift safety rating
Rated 3 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection — ANCAP, 2024.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection — ANCAP, 2024.
Australian-market RHD rating — indicative for SA only where the SA derivative matches the tested safety spec (airbags/ESC/AEB).
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki’s Swift really is the B-segment hatchback for real South Africans — students, first-jobbers, anyone hacking across town on the daily grind who refuses to drive something that feels bargain-basement. You get a 1.2-litre petrol up front (no diesel, but who’s crying?), and there’s a choice of manual, CVT, or semi-automatic. That’s not just box-ticking — it means if you’re stuck in Sandton traffic or doing Jo’burg-to-Pretoria runs, there’s a Swift that won’t make you want to gnaw your knuckles. On paper at least, it fights the usual suspects: Polo Vivo, Starlet, Kiger. But the Swift’s lighter chassis and CVT option give it an edge those rivals mostly can’t match at the same price. Looking at the numbers, you’re not short of options. There are 173 Swifts on offer, from as low as R119,900 for the bargain hunters to R389,900 for something fresh off the dealership floor. The real action sits with the GL+ CVT — 39 cars between R229,900 and R269,900 — which is the spec I’d have if you pack smart and want comfort without the price shock. The GL+ manual sits just behind, both in price and popularity. What’s worth flagging is the mileage: 24,773 km on average across used cars is almost suspiciously low. These Swifts are barely run in, which is rare in this segment. Also, there’s a near-even split between new (79) and used (94) cars, so you’re not stuck with clapped-out ex-rental stock. For the money, you get a more modern, lighter car than a Polo Vivo, with the bonus of a proper auto for city life — and that’s the point.
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2025 Suzuki Swift
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Suzuki Swift FAQs
Common questions about the Suzuki Swift in South Africa.
