Suzuki Swift Sport returns to Malaysia under Naza Eastern
KUALA LUMPUR: The Suzuki Swift Sport has found its way back to Malaysia, marking the first launch of a new generation of Suzuki cars in the country under new distributor Naza Eastern Motors Sdn Bhd.
Naza Automotive Corporation Sdn Bhd group chief executive officer Datuk Nik Hamdam Nik Hassan said the company was ecstatic to kick-start Suzuki’s reintroduction in Malaysia with its highly popular hot hatchback, which had won the hearts of many motoring enthusiasts years ago.
“This model can captivate (motoring) enthusiasts once again with its aggressive styling, allnew drivetrain and responsive handling.
“The Japan-imported Suzuki Swift Sport comes equipped with a 1.4-litre BoosterJet engine, paired to a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifter that produces 140hp and 230Nmfrom 2,500rpm.
“Underpinning the car is the new generation Heartech platform that ensures enhanced collision safety via its strengthened underbody rigidity,” said Nik Hamdam at the launch here last Friday.
Meanwhile, Naza Eastern company head Mohamad Redza reportedly said this year would see the company focusing on fullyimported Suzuki “icons” as it rebuilds the brand in Malaysia.
The Suzuki Jimny would make its debut in the second half of this year in the completely built-up form, a local portal quoted Mohamad as saying.
At the volumes that Naza Eastern was looking at, the local assembly of Suzuki vehicles was not viable, he added.
Suzuki has assembly operations in Thailand and Indonesia, and its cars can be imported into Malaysia via the Asean free trade area.
The Suzuki Swift Sport comes in four colours — Champion Yellow, Pearl Pure White, Speedy Blue Metallic and Burning Red Pearl Metallic.
Those interested can visit Naza Eastern’s first Suzuki 3S flagship showroom at Naza Automall in Petaling Jaya.
Naza Eastern is also opening its first Suzuki Service Centre in the same building.