Verdict
The ZC33S costs RM130,900 against the ZC32S’s RM97,888, a RM33,012 gap that buys 140 hp and 230 Nm, versus 132 hp and 160 Nm, plus a 6AT, 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time and 265-litre boot. It is also 90 kg lighter despite being 40 mm wider and 20 mm longer between the wheels. For a Malaysian buyer wanting easier daily use and stronger mid-range pull, the newer car is plainly more complete. The ZC32S remains the cheaper manual choice, with a larger 42-litre tank and hill-start assist.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport ZC32S if you want the RM33,012 lower entry price, a six-speed manual and a 42-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport ZC33S if you want 230 Nm at 2,500 rpm, a six-speed automatic, quicker acceleration and a 265-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: ZC32S RM97,888; ZC33S RM130,900.
- Engine output: ZC32S 132 hp/160 Nm; ZC33S 140 hp/230 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: ZC32S 8.7 seconds; ZC33S 8.0 seconds.
- Kerb weight: ZC32S 1,060 kg; ZC33S 970 kg.
- Boot space: ZC32S 210 litres; ZC33S 265 litres.
- Fuel tank: ZC32S 42 litres; ZC33S 37 litres.
ZC32S
- RM33,012 cheaper to buy.
- Six-speed manual transmission.
- Larger 42-litre fuel tank and hill-start assist.
- Less torque: 160 Nm versus 230 Nm.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 8.7 seconds versus 8.0 seconds.
- Smaller 210-litre boot versus 265 litres.
ZC33S
- 230 Nm from 2,500 rpm.
- Six-speed automatic with paddle shifts.
- 265-litre boot, reverse camera and four rear parking sensors.
- RM33,012 more expensive.
- Smaller 37-litre fuel tank versus 42 litres.
- No alarm or hill-start assist listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM97,888✓ | RM130,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,586 cc | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | 132 hp at 6,900 rpm | 140 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 160 Nm at 4,400 rpm | 230 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 78 mm × 83 mm | 73 mm × 81.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 9.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.7 seconds | 8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 205 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,890 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | 1,060 kg | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 265 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/50R16 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/50R16 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Driver and Front Passenger |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Xenon Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual adjustment | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Front Cabin Light | Front Cabin Light |
| Cup Holders | One front, one rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio, CD/MP3 player with 6 speakers | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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ZC32S vs ZC33S FAQ
Is the Suzuki Swift Sport ZC32S or Suzuki Swift Sport ZC33S better?
The ZC33S is the better all-rounder: it has 140 hp, 230 Nm, an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time, six-speed automatic and 265-litre boot. Choose the ZC32S if the lower price and manual gearbox matter more.
What is the price difference?
The ZC33S costs RM33,012 more than the ZC32S. That gap brings 8 hp more, 70 Nm more torque, a six-speed automatic, a 0.7-second quicker 0-100 km/h time and 55 litres more boot space.
Which Swift Sport has the larger fuel tank and boot?
The ZC32S has the larger 42-litre fuel tank, five litres more than the ZC33S. The ZC33S has the larger boot at 265 litres, compared with 210 litres in the ZC32S.
