Any zc32 Suzuki swift sport users?
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I might be able to help you OP.
I own 2 cars at the moment.
Civic Type R Ep3
Swift Sport ZC32s
So i can give a comparison for you.
Swift Sport
More Comfortable in all situations
Better MPG
Much Better Xenon Headlights
Easy to use Sat Nav
Doesnt need to be thrashed to drive normally
Civic Type R
Better Acceleration and top speed
More driver focused driving position
More dramatic when in the mood
Both are actually quite similar in the way they drive , swift Sport is like a more sensible version of the civic but it can settle down to an easy to drive daily which the civic doesnt do so well.... its a bit asbo aswell and gets the wrong type of attention from chavs/neds in 1.0 polos.
I own 2 cars at the moment.
Civic Type R Ep3
Swift Sport ZC32s
So i can give a comparison for you.
Swift Sport
More Comfortable in all situations
Better MPG
Much Better Xenon Headlights
Easy to use Sat Nav
Doesnt need to be thrashed to drive normally
Civic Type R
Better Acceleration and top speed
More driver focused driving position
More dramatic when in the mood
Both are actually quite similar in the way they drive , swift Sport is like a more sensible version of the civic but it can settle down to an easy to drive daily which the civic doesnt do so well.... its a bit asbo aswell and gets the wrong type of attention from chavs/neds in 1.0 polos.
Bagzie88 said:
I might be able to help you OP.
I own 2 cars at the moment.
Civic Type R Ep3
Swift Sport ZC32s
So i can give a comparison for you.
Swift Sport
More Comfortable in all situations
Better MPG
Much Better Xenon Headlights
Easy to use Sat Nav
Doesnt need to be thrashed to drive normally
Little bit more playful in a bend
Civic Type R
Better Acceleration and top speed
More driver focused driving position
More dramatic when in the mood
Both are actually quite similar in the way they drive , swift Sport is like a more sensible version of the civic but it can settle down to an easy to drive daily which the civic doesnt do so well.... its a bit asbo aswell and gets the wrong type of attention from chavs/neds in 1.0 polos.
I own 2 cars at the moment.
Civic Type R Ep3
Swift Sport ZC32s
So i can give a comparison for you.
Swift Sport
More Comfortable in all situations
Better MPG
Much Better Xenon Headlights
Easy to use Sat Nav
Doesnt need to be thrashed to drive normally
Little bit more playful in a bend
Civic Type R
Better Acceleration and top speed
More driver focused driving position
More dramatic when in the mood
Both are actually quite similar in the way they drive , swift Sport is like a more sensible version of the civic but it can settle down to an easy to drive daily which the civic doesnt do so well.... its a bit asbo aswell and gets the wrong type of attention from chavs/neds in 1.0 polos.
Just a quick one for any zc32 owners.
Looking into getting a circa 2014 plate, I am aware that the previous generation was recomended to run on 98ron fuel. Is this the same for the zc32 unit also?
Anything to be particularly aware of when looking, or things I should look out for in service records?
Many thanks for any info!
Looking into getting a circa 2014 plate, I am aware that the previous generation was recomended to run on 98ron fuel. Is this the same for the zc32 unit also?
Anything to be particularly aware of when looking, or things I should look out for in service records?
Many thanks for any info!
I believe 95 RON is recommended for the ZC32S. A few owners use 98, but that seems to be an unnecessary expense.
The engine has a cam chain, so I'd want to see evidence of regular oil changes. The interval is 9000 miles.
There was also a recall for rear brake calipers, not sure of the exact date range affected, but it included my 2015 ZC32S.
It's probably worth checking for modifications. Air intakes are very popular. Standard tyre fitment is 195/45 R17, but some use 205/40 (cheaper) or 205/45 (more sidewall and comfort).
I can't think of anything else. They are mechanically simple and well engineered. Just check it over thoroughly as you would any car.
The engine has a cam chain, so I'd want to see evidence of regular oil changes. The interval is 9000 miles.
There was also a recall for rear brake calipers, not sure of the exact date range affected, but it included my 2015 ZC32S.
It's probably worth checking for modifications. Air intakes are very popular. Standard tyre fitment is 195/45 R17, but some use 205/40 (cheaper) or 205/45 (more sidewall and comfort).
I can't think of anything else. They are mechanically simple and well engineered. Just check it over thoroughly as you would any car.
gweaver said:
I believe 95 RON is recommended for the ZC32S. A few owners use 98, but that seems to be an unnecessary expense.
The engine has a cam chain, so I'd want to see evidence of regular oil changes. The interval is 9000 miles.
There was also a recall for rear brake calipers, not sure of the exact date range affected, but it included my 2015 ZC32S.
It's probably worth checking for modifications. Air intakes are very popular. Standard tyre fitment is 195/45 R17, but some use 205/40 (cheaper) or 205/45 (more sidewall and comfort).
I can't think of anything else. They are mechanically simple and well engineered. Just check it over thoroughly as you would any car.
Hi Gweaver, Thanks for the information you put together there. Will be useful! Didn't realise they had such a short service interval @ 9k miles.The engine has a cam chain, so I'd want to see evidence of regular oil changes. The interval is 9000 miles.
There was also a recall for rear brake calipers, not sure of the exact date range affected, but it included my 2015 ZC32S.
It's probably worth checking for modifications. Air intakes are very popular. Standard tyre fitment is 195/45 R17, but some use 205/40 (cheaper) or 205/45 (more sidewall and comfort).
I can't think of anything else. They are mechanically simple and well engineered. Just check it over thoroughly as you would any car.
If a recall hasn't been done yet, is this something that would need to be dealt with within warranty period or 1st owner, or can a recall be sorted out at any time?
poosemon said:
Hi Gweaver, Thanks for the information you put together there. Will be useful! Didn't realise they had such a short service interval @ 9k miles.
If a recall hasn't been done yet, is this something that would need to be dealt with within warranty period or 1st owner, or can a recall be sorted out at any time?
The oil change probably needs to be regular because of the cam chain. It's not a BMW N47 !If a recall hasn't been done yet, is this something that would need to be dealt with within warranty period or 1st owner, or can a recall be sorted out at any time?
The recall should be done for free by a main dealer. You can check the VIN online to see if the car was subject to a recall, but you might need to contact a main dealer to find if the recall was actually done.
Just to add, the 9k service internal is probably a little conservative, but on the plus side, you don't need to worry about cam belt changes. Can't have it all..
10-12k is a sensible interval for many engines anyway.20k service intervals are there to reduce costs for fleets, and not to preserve your engine in the long run.
10-12k is a sensible interval for many engines anyway.20k service intervals are there to reduce costs for fleets, and not to preserve your engine in the long run.
Hi,
This seems like a good place for my first PH post
I picked up my 2014 blue 5dr just over a year ago and have been really enjoying it ever since.
It’s halfway between a weekend car and daily driver, getting used sometimes once a week and sometimes 3 or 4 times, mostly on A roads but with a 250 mile motorway trip once or twice a month.
Things I’ve noticed – nothing original I think
Good
Handling is as good as everyone says – sharp and grippy but surprisingly forgiving over bumpy rural A roads
Not quick quick, but great fun – once you get used to using the full rev range there is more power there than you initially think.
So usable – 6th gear is great for the motorway, I wouldn’t want to be without it if doing regular long journeys and brim to brim I’m getting 41-43mpg (so obviously I’m not using the full rev range as often as I should
)
Looks – Gorgeous, just gorgeous- Credit to the designers for coming up with something which looks equally good in 3 or 5 door form – and has the cutest rear end of any small hot hatch, ever.
Bad
Noise – I wish it was a very tiny tad louder, not popping and farting just a very, very slightly deeper, louder exhaust note
Dashboard squeaks – driving me mental – seems to be right and left edges of dash top
SatNav updates – I just hit “remind me in 28 days”, the alternative seems both expensive and a bit of a faff
Overall
I’ve not had proper fast cars so perhaps I’m easily pleased but this is by far the most fun car I’ve owned. It’s not a rocket ship but I smile every time I drive it.
Cheers to all fellow ZC32 owners
and if you are reading this sitting on the fence, wondering whether to get one, I say go for it, you won’t regret it!
This seems like a good place for my first PH post
I picked up my 2014 blue 5dr just over a year ago and have been really enjoying it ever since.
It’s halfway between a weekend car and daily driver, getting used sometimes once a week and sometimes 3 or 4 times, mostly on A roads but with a 250 mile motorway trip once or twice a month.
Things I’ve noticed – nothing original I think
Good
Handling is as good as everyone says – sharp and grippy but surprisingly forgiving over bumpy rural A roads
Not quick quick, but great fun – once you get used to using the full rev range there is more power there than you initially think.
So usable – 6th gear is great for the motorway, I wouldn’t want to be without it if doing regular long journeys and brim to brim I’m getting 41-43mpg (so obviously I’m not using the full rev range as often as I should
)Looks – Gorgeous, just gorgeous- Credit to the designers for coming up with something which looks equally good in 3 or 5 door form – and has the cutest rear end of any small hot hatch, ever.
Bad
Noise – I wish it was a very tiny tad louder, not popping and farting just a very, very slightly deeper, louder exhaust note
Dashboard squeaks – driving me mental – seems to be right and left edges of dash top
SatNav updates – I just hit “remind me in 28 days”, the alternative seems both expensive and a bit of a faff
Overall
I’ve not had proper fast cars so perhaps I’m easily pleased but this is by far the most fun car I’ve owned. It’s not a rocket ship but I smile every time I drive it.
Cheers to all fellow ZC32 owners
and if you are reading this sitting on the fence, wondering whether to get one, I say go for it, you won’t regret it! Beerfinch said:
This seems like a good place for my first PH post
Welcome! Glad you're enjoying your SSS too. There's quite a following on here.Beerfinch said:
Bad
Noise – I wish it was a very tiny tad louder, not popping and farting just a very, very slightly deeper, louder exhaust note
Dashboard squeaks – driving me mental – seems to be right and left edges of dash top
SatNav updates – I just hit “remind me in 28 days”, the alternative seems both expensive and a bit of a faff
I completely agree on the noise - the induction noise is well judged, but a bit more volume wouldn't go amiss. If it was too loud people would say it was all mouth and no trousers!Noise – I wish it was a very tiny tad louder, not popping and farting just a very, very slightly deeper, louder exhaust note
Dashboard squeaks – driving me mental – seems to be right and left edges of dash top
SatNav updates – I just hit “remind me in 28 days”, the alternative seems both expensive and a bit of a faff
The air bags in the a pillars are known to rattle a bit, and the window seals in mine make a bit of noise, but I've not heard of squeaks.
If you look in the darker corners of the interweb you can find a solution to the SatNag “remind me in 28 days” issue.
Covered over 100miles in mine already since collecting last night.
70-80 odd miles driving back from collection mostly on motorway and then my commute today.
Not a main feature of the car but have been impressed with economy so far, might be cheaper to run then the diesel polo i had previously if the onboard computer is reasonably accurate, at 48mpg so far (i know, i'm not driving it properly....).
Not got any squeeks or rattles out of mine currently.
Comfortable seats for the grade of car, plenty of support. Very responsive steering and not as light as I feared so has a nice weight to it. Will look forward to tackling some b-roads in it asap.
Headlights i think are the best i have ever had when driving back last night (come from a long line of sheds so not too surprising there....) so thats another plus.
70-80 odd miles driving back from collection mostly on motorway and then my commute today.
Not a main feature of the car but have been impressed with economy so far, might be cheaper to run then the diesel polo i had previously if the onboard computer is reasonably accurate, at 48mpg so far (i know, i'm not driving it properly....).
Not got any squeeks or rattles out of mine currently.
Comfortable seats for the grade of car, plenty of support. Very responsive steering and not as light as I feared so has a nice weight to it. Will look forward to tackling some b-roads in it asap.
Headlights i think are the best i have ever had when driving back last night (come from a long line of sheds so not too surprising there....) so thats another plus.
gweaver said:
The air bags in the a pillars are known to rattle a bit, and the window seals in mine make a bit of noise, but I've not heard of squeaks.
You're right, it is a rattle not a squeak, I wonder if it is the airbags? Thanks 
gweaver said:
If you look in the darker corners of the interweb you can find a solution to the SatNag “remind me in 28 days” issue.
Cheers - I'll check it out, not overly familiar with the darkest corners of the interweb 
but I'm sure I'll find it!Gassing Station | Japanese Chat | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff