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Suzuki Swift 2008
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The 2008 Suzuki Swift carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Suzuki Swift 2008 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Suzuki Swift Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (base) | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $5,500 | $7,700 | |
| (base) | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN | $4,070 | $5,940 | |
| RE.1 | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,070 | $5,940 | |
| RE.1 | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN | $3,410 | $5,280 | |
Suzuki Swift 2008 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Suzuki Swift 2008 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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2008 Suzuki Swift is losing power
Spark plugs can foul with oil or with fuel if the mixture is incorrect or the fuel is old and stale. If it’s fuel that’s the problem you need to either fix the problem that is throwing the air-fuel ratio out of whack or replace the fuel if its old (and modern ULP doesn’t have a huge shelf life). Experience has also shown that once a spark plug has fouled because of old ULP, no amount of cleaning will bring that plug back to life.
If it’s oil that’s fouling the plug, it’s probably because of blow-by from worn piston rings or valve-stem seals. If that’s the case, the oil level n the dipstick will be falling over time and you may even see evidence of blue-grey smoke from the tailpipe. Without knowing how many kilometres this engine has covered and how it’s been serviced, it’s very difficult to suggest what the cause might be.
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Suzuki Swift 2008: Can it run on E10 (94) fuel?
It can, Jayson, but there’s one vital thing you must check first. Lift the bonnet of your car and find the build date. It should be on a small, silver tag somewhere in the engine bay. Here’s why: Suzuki lists 2008 as the cut-off year for E10 fuel for the Swift. That is, Swifts built before that date can’t use E10, those built after that date can.
So why check the build date on your car? Because even though it may have been sold in 2008, it might have been built in 2007. Even if the registration papers list the car as a 2008, it could still have been built in 2007. Paperwork is only as accurate as the person filling it in, but the build-date on the car’s tag doesn’t lie.
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Best first car options?
Do not buy a Cruze, or buy a European brand. They will prove costly. It's best to go for the cars that are well proven over many years. The Lancer is a good one, but so too is the Toyota Yaris or Corolla, Suzuki Swift, Mazda2 or 3, or Mitsubishi Colt.
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Suzuki Swift 2008 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2008 Suzuki Swift will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Suzuki Swift vary from 15x5.5 inches to 16x6 inches.
| Suzuki Swift Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| base | Hatchback | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
| RE.1 | Hatchback | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
| RE.3 | Hatchback | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
| RE.2 | Hatchback | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 185x60 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
Suzuki Swift 2008 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2008 Suzuki Swift are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1690mm x 1510mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Suzuki Swift Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| base | Hatchback | 1500x1690x3695 mm | 140 mm | |
| RE.1 | Hatchback | 1500x1690x3695 mm | 140 mm | |
| RE.3 | Hatchback | 1500x1690x3695 mm | 140 mm | |
| RE.2 | Hatchback | 1500x1690x3695 mm | 140 mm | |
Suzuki Swift 2008 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2008 Suzuki Swift is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Suzuki Swift currently offers fuel consumption from 6.3 to 7.5L/100km. The Suzuki Swift is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Suzuki Swift Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE.1 | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 6.3L/100km | |
| RE.1 | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
| base | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 6.3L/100km | |
| base | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
Suzuki Swift 2008 Towing capacity
The Suzuki Swift’s towing capacity ranges from 650kg to 1000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Suzuki Swift Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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| base | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| RE.1 | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| RE.3 | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| RE.2 | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |