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Suzuki Swift vs Dongfeng Box comparison

Compare performance (82 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Swift or Dongfeng Box?

Suzuki Swift vs Dongfeng Box: Key differences

Suzuki Swift

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Dongfeng Box

  • a bit more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Swift

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Swift is markedly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Dongfeng Box costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,420 £.

Box

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Dongfeng Box offers a bit more power – delivering 95 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

Swift

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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Swift is noticeably lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,355 kg. The difference is around 286 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Dongfeng Box carries visibly more – 375 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dongfeng Box is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £23,600
Box

Dongfeng Box

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 HP
  • Electric Range : 310 km
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Kris
9 Apr 2026, 18:26:38

Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Price
23,600 - 24,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 110 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Curb weight
1,355 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
282 - 296 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
82 HP
Power HP
95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
112 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
70 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Dongfeng
Is the Suzuki Swift offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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