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Suzuki will bid farewell to the current-generation Swift Sport next year

The ZC33S Final Edition could be the end of an era

Pour one out for the ZC33S chassis. PHOTO FROM SUZUKI

Suzuki has been selling the third-generation Swift Sport for seven years, and the Japanese brand has announced that its production will end in February 2025. In its place for the rest of next year will be the final run of the tiny hot hatch with the ZC33S Final Edition.

The 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine will still output 138hp and 230Nm, and be mated to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. The changes are mainly toward exterior and interior aesthetics signifying the final production year of the Swift Sport.

Suzuki might've been inspired by the 'Thai build' crowd. PHOTOS FROM SUZUKI

For the 2025 model year, the Final Edition will introduce a new two-tone Frost Blue Metallicin addition to the four existing base color options, the new 17-inch wheels, the unique decal on the C-pillar, and the black-and-red Sport emblem. Interior-wise, some brushed metallic parts will have the burnt titanium look synonymous with modified exhausts.

Suzuki also offers an optional aero package that includes a front splitter, side skirts, and a rear garnish in black or body color. For those looking to enhance their Swift Sport even further, owners could opt for the factory stripes and decals from Suzuki Sports to complement the kit.

Yes, the infamous 'Sports Mind' sticker originated from Suzuki, selling for ¥3,300 (about P1,240) brand-new. PHOTOS FROM SUZUKI

The ZC33S Final Edition will commence sales exclusively in Japan by March 2025 with the expected end of production reaching until November. As it has been a year since the fourth-generation Swift was launched, enthusiasts are worried that Suzuki won’t continue the lineage of subcompact hot hatchbacks, even if the outgoing model has a mild-hybrid variant.

If the new model doesn’t arrive soon, we’ll miss the Suzuki Swift Sport and its sharp design and handling. Would you want to see the final batches reach our shores someday?



Justin Young

Justin loves cars of all forms. Molded by motoring TV shows and Internet car culture, he sees the world from a different perspective that not many get to see every day.



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