The second-gen Swift Sport's little 1.6 ran an 11.1:1 compression ratio with forged pistons and solid lifters — race-engine numbers squeezed into a naturally-aspirated hot hatch.
Median 81 hp across 240 similar cars
Lead trim: M16A 1.6 L DOHC VVT (125 PS)
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FactThe second-gen Swift Sport's little 1.6 ran an 11.1:1 compression ratio with forged pistons and solid lifters — race-engine numbers squeezed into a naturally-aspirated hot hatch.
The Sport version of the first-generation Swift, launched in Japan in September 2005 and in most European markets in September 2006. It has an enhanced M16A: a high-revving 1.6 L naturally aspirated DOHC VVT four with an 11.1:1 compression ratio, four-bolt mains, chain-driven high-lift cams with solid lifters, forged pistons cooled by oil squirters, an internally polished intake manifold and strengthened valve springs, making 125 PS (123 bhp) and 148 N⋅m (109 lb-ft). The car is 70 mm longer than the standard Swift, with sportier bumpers and spoilers, a stiffer suspension, twin exhaust pipes, red sport seats (Recaro optional) and four-wheel discs on 16-inch wheels; the European car had a five-speed manual, three-door body, 17-inch wheels and ESC. Claimed top speed 200 km/h and 0–100 km/h in 8.9 s. A 2008 restyle shortened the final drive from 4.235 to 4.388 and raised the redline from 6,800 to 7,200 rpm. A July 2008 N'Style Rally edition (500, black) paid tribute to Suzuki's Group N Junior WRC car, and Tommykaira modified one as the S-Ss.
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VerifiedFIRST · WORLDWIDEFIRST PRINTONLY ONE IN VANCOUVERThe second-gen Swift Sport's little 1.6 ran an 11.1:1 compression ratio with forged pistons and solid lifters — race-engine numbers squeezed into a naturally-aspirated hot hatch.
One published trim in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M16A 1.6 L DOHC VVT (125 PS) | 2005–2010 | 1.6 L Inline-4 | 123 hp | 109 lb-ft | — | — | — | — |
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Nobody has claimed one yet.
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The second-gen Swift Sport's little 1.6 ran an 11.1:1 compression ratio with forged pistons and solid lifters — race-engine numbers squeezed into a naturally-aspirated hot hatch.
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