The 2025 Suzuki Swift, one of the most popular hatchbacks in global markets, has officially received a 3-star safety rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). While this rating may not put the Swift at the top of the safety charts, it does represent a notable improvement compared to the previous generation, making the new model a safer choice for everyday drivers.
Better Than Its Predecessor
The outgoing Suzuki Swift had struggled to impress in safety evaluations, often criticized for its limited structural protection and basic safety kit in entry-level variants. The new 2025 model, however, has been strengthened with improved crash absorption structures and additional safety features. According to ANCAP, the Swift performed better in adult occupant protection and side-impact tests compared to its predecessor.
Key Safety Highlights
The 2025 Swift comes equipped with a stronger safety package across most trims:
- Dual front, side, and curtain airbags as standard.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and ABS with EBD.
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), now standard on higher trims.
- Lane Departure Warning and Driver Attention Alert on select variants.
These inclusions have helped the Swift inch closer to global safety standards, especially in comparison to older models.
ANCAP’s Observations
ANCAP noted that the frontal offset test still showed moderate risk of injury to the chest area of front occupants, which limited the rating to 3 stars. However, child occupant protection and pedestrian safety were rated significantly higher than before. This highlights Suzuki’s efforts to make the car safer not just for drivers and passengers but also for vulnerable road users.
Why It Still Matters
Even though the Swift didn’t achieve a 5-star rating, the improvement to 3 stars signals Suzuki’s ongoing commitment to safety. For a car that is widely chosen by young drivers and small families, these enhancements make a real difference in everyday road safety.
The 2025 Suzuki Swift may not be the safest hatchback in its class, but it is certainly a safer car than its last-generation counterpart. With better occupant protection and the addition of advanced driver assistance features, the Swift strengthens its appeal as a reliable and more responsible city-friendly hatchback.
