The one-off demonstrates how smart modifications and AWD can turn a small hatchback into an off-road adventurer
- Suzuki Netherlands created the Swift AllGrip FX one-off with rugged aftermarket accessories.
- Highlights include a roof rack, LED bar, black accents, leather seats, and all-season tires.
- The hatchback is equipped with AWD, but doesn’t feature any power or chassis upgrades.
The Suzuki Swift may be small, but don’t let its size fool you; this urban hatchback has a little more off-road potential than you might expect. Thanks to the optional AllGrip AWD system, it’s got just enough adventure in its bones for the Dutch importer to craft a special version designed to take you off the beaten track, if that’s your thing.
Making The Swift Able To Venture Off The Beaten Track
One of the highlights of the build is the Thule roof rack that can carry a spare wheel, snow tracks, and all the gear you’ll need when you inevitably overestimate the Swift’s off-road abilities. Considering the tiny 265-liter boot, this upgrade is a godsend.
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The AllGrip FX also features a few other design tweaks, including a Tralert LED bar neatly integrated into the front grille and discreet wheel arch trims finished in high-gloss black. The Suzuki emblems and AllGrip decals match the black accents, while the rear bumper gets a protective rubber trim. Another nice touch are the 196/55R16 All-Season tires on the standard black alloy wheels.
Moving inside, Suzuki Netherlands has clad the seats in leather upholstery for a more premium look, while adding rubber mats for easier cleaning. Furthermore, there is a cool box and a storage box supplied by Dometic.
It’s No Jimny, But Should Be Good Enough For Most
While AWD-equipped kei cars are a dime a dozen in Japan, the Swift is one of the smallest cars in Europe to offer an AWD option. Don’t get too ambitious when leaving the beaten track, though, as in reality, it’s never gonna be as good as, say, Suzuki’s own Jimny. This doesn’t mean that its all-wheel drive system is not good; in fact, when the front wheels slip the AllGrip system kicks in, sending power to the rear wheels via a viscous coupling.
The Swift AllGrip FX doesn’t come with any suspension upgrades, but it does sit 32 mm (1.26 inches) higher than the base model thanks to the AllGrip setup and the slightly beefier tires.
Under the hood, it’s got the same 1.2-liter naturally aspirated three-cylinder engine paired with a 12V micro-hybrid system, cranking out 82 horsepower and mated to a manual gearbox instead of the optional CVT. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done.
Doing A 911 Dakar Or Huracan Sterrato For The Average Buyer
For anyone who feels that crossovers and SUVs are a bit too mainstream, the Swift AllGrip FX might seem like an interesting option, if you can get your hands on one. For true adventure seekers, the options are pretty limited: think exotics like the Porsche 911 Dakar or Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, and a few raised estates like the Audi Allroad or Volvo Cross Country, only 10-20 times or so cheaper. But hey, at least companies like Delta 4×4 exist, offering conversions to improve the off-road abilities of just about anything.
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Will the Swift AllGrip FX inspire more owners to modify their own cars? We can’t possibly know, but it’s a fun concept anyway, even if it’s a little too niche to catch on big time.
The Swift might be a small car, but it’s a bit on the pricey side. In the Netherlands, the base FWD version starts at €22,299 ($25,400), while the cheapest AWD trim will set you back €28,449 ($32,400) – and that’s before adding any factory options or aftermarket upgrades. These upgrades will certainly raise that sticker price even more, but some may find the cost justified.
