The Suzuki Swift has been ranked among the top cars in its class for safety by the authoritative independent Euro NCAP crash test programme.
With sales of the latest generation Swift topping one million worldwide, New Zealand’s most popular small car is also one of the safest, scoring four out of a maximum five points in the Euro NCAP crash test.
The Suzuki Swift incorporates the latest safety and security technologies, ensuring it scores well in all aspects of protection against front and side impact, pedestrian contact, and child safety.
Suzuki engineers have adopted shock-absorbing structures, notably in the bonnet, wheel guards, wipers and front bumper, assisting in the protection of pedestrians in the event of contact and lessening the severity of injuries.
The Swift makes extensive use of high tensile steel and side protection beams to protect occupants from all angles.
A collapsible steering column and leg mitigating brake and clutch pedals shield occupants from impact forces. Body crumple zones also assist in overall driver and passenger safety.
Front seat belt pre-tensioners and force limiters and energy absorbing trim are also fitted, helping to reduce occupant injury.
Front dual SRS airbags are standard on all models, and additional side and curtain air bags are included in higher specification versions.
Add these important safety features to Swift’s good looks, great performance and excellent fuel economy, and it’s not difficult to see why it has become the biggest selling Suzuki passenger car ever sold in New Zealand, with demand often outstripping supply.
