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1994 Suzuki Swift GA Hatchback

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1994 Suzuki Swift – front Unverified
Photo: Suzuki Swift 1.0 GA Tropical front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the second generation (1989–1994); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Suzuki Swift 1.0 GA Tropical front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Suzuki Swift 3-door in in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Suzuki Swift GLX by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Suzuki Swift 1.0 GA Tropical rear by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Suzuki Swift GLX (rear) by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1994 Suzuki Swift GA Hatchback is a 70-hp 1.3-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $7,964 MSRP and is rated at 34 mpg combined.

It makes 70 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 74 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 31 mpg city and 39 mpg highway (34 mpg combined).

The Swift measures 147.4 inches long on a 89.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,781 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$7,964 ($17,465 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.3L SOHC 8-valve I4 (G13BA)
Displacement1.3 L
Horsepower70 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque74 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Injection TypeSingle-point electronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
1st Gear3.416
2nd Gear1.894
3rd Gear1.28
4th Gear0.914
5th Gear0.757
Reverse3.272
Final Drive3.523
Fuel Economy
City31 MPG
Highway39 MPG
Combined34 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity10.6 gal
Suspension
Turning Diameter30.2 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front13x4.5J
Wheels Rear13x4.5J
Tires FrontP155/70R13
Tires RearP155/70R13
Dimensions & Weight
Length147.4 in
Width62.6 in
Height52.4 in
Wheelbase89.2 in
Curb Weight1,781 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Similar cars

Rivals to the 1994 Suzuki Swift GA Hatchback with similar size, power and price from around the same years.

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1994 Suzuki Swift 2-DR. Hatchback

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SWIFT.

5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SWIFT

Owner Complaints

5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SWIFT (2 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Equipment1
Fuel System1
Gasoline1
Hydraulic1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 20, 1999 · Electrical System, Equipment
“WHILE DRIVING RADIO WENT OUT. CONSUMER PULLED ASIDE TO CHECK THE HEADLIGHTS AND NOTICED THE HEADLIGHTS WERE OUT ALSO. *AK”
Feb 19, 1997 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“GAS TANK DEFECTIVE.”
Jul 30, 1996 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN DRIVER DURING COLLISION, CAUSING DRIVER'S HEAD TO GO THROUGH WINDSHIELD, RESULTING IN LACERATIONS TO THE FACE. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT)”
Apr 15, 1996 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“DRIVER EXPERIENCES BRAKE FADING AND EXCESSIVE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL, DEALER SAYS THAT THE BRAKES ARE OPERATING NORMALLY. *AK”
Apr 27, 1995 · Seat Belts Crash 2 injuries
“DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FAILED TO LOCK DURING ACCIDENT, LEAVING DRIVER/PASSENGER'S UNSECURED/INJURIES. *SKD”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1994 SUZUKI SWIFT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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