Vauxhall Astra vs Suzuki Swift – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki Swift has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8049 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra has a decisively edge – offering 225 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs evident better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra pulls decisively stronger with 360 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 248 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Suzuki Swift is noticeable lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers distinct more room – 422 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1339 L, which is about 359 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra clearly takes the win – 509 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.

All in all, the Vauxhall Astra shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.