Toyota Yaris vs Suzuki Swift

**15thMan** · December 19th, 2018 05:30 PM

Honest comparison/review of all generations. Yaris gen 1&2, Swift gen 1,2&3. Which one is the best for a second hand car, in terms of looks, fuel efficiency and overall performance. Thank you so much.

**Egan101** · December 19th, 2018 05:38 PM

I would look at the Honda Jazz for a good balance of utility, space, performance, and fuel efficiency. If you want handling and performance, it has to be the Mazda2 SkyActiv or Fiesta Ecoboost.

The Swift would have been better if they introduced locally the turbocharged model.

**ice15** · December 19th, 2018 06:29 PM

I really love the looks of the new Swift... Although at PhP 799k, I find it too expensive. (City E is only 868k)

I think the Yaris starts at 1M! (Jazz is around 900k)

Plus for the Swift is that medyo matagal bago sya mag palit ng model... The Second Gen was sold for 6 years tapos yung 3rd Gen, (from Indi0a) feeling ko ilaw lang nagbago.

If you're looking for second hand...

I think it will be easier to find a Swift, plus since medyo mababa resale value nya compared to the Yaris, you will find a newer car.

**Lin Dan** · December 20th, 2018 12:33 AM

My friend has a Yaris. FC is not that frugal compared to my other friend's Swift.

**15thMan** · December 25th, 2018 12:40 AM

Anung gen naman ang pinakaokay sa SWIFT?

**chronicle** · December 25th, 2018 08:50 AM

*ts

May mga nababasa akong rack and pinion issues before sa mga swift na may 1.4 engine.

Sa 1.2 itteration, parang mga typical normal wear and tear lang. So i think mas ok yung 1.2 version (previous).

Have you ridden the swift ba? Interior is still cramped.

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**hardwang** · December 25th, 2018 10:42 AM

Originally Posted by 15thMan

Honest comparison/review of all generations. Yaris gen 1&2, Swift gen 1,2&3. Which one is the best for a second hand car, in terms of looks, fuel efficiency and overall performance. Thank you so much.

Neither. Get a decent condition honda jazz. Avoid versions with CVTs though.

**Egan101** · December 25th, 2018 11:04 AM

Originally Posted by hardwang

Neither. Get a decent condition honda jazz. Avoid versions with CVTs though.

The new Jazz comes with an improved CVT, same with the City, Civic, and CRV.

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**hardwang** · December 25th, 2018 11:05 PM

Originally Posted by Egan101

The new Jazz comes with an improved CVT, same with the City, Civic, and CRV.

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Still wouldn't trust any CVTs especially if its Honda. I've seen a video where the last gen's Accord in america had its CVT gone bad at such a low mileage, plus reading the comments in the video, many seem to share similar problems with CVTs in general. Better to play safe, get a manual jazz or get the previous gen with the 5AT torque converter if the car is planned to be kept for a long time.

**travajante** · December 25th, 2018 11:41 PM

CVTs have shorter life expectancy compared to regular geared ATs. Once CVTs go, they're unlikely rebuildable. Fluid change intervals are closer & much costlier. They're now common for 2 reasons....lower build cost & fuel economy. Manufacturers don't really care about maintenance cost...More maintenance equals more service equals 'job security'.[emoji53]
Are they better than early versions? Yes. Will they outlast conventional ATs? Given same conditions & usage, unlikely.
Think this parallel: Palm roof as CVT vs Metal or Tile Roofing as Conventional AT.
CVTs are fine bought new or leased. For peace of mind, they're best paired w/ live warranty. Those looking to keep em long term, grabbing warranty extension will be wise. If I were in the market for a used mini, I'd look at nonCVTs like previous gen Jazz or Yaris. Both very good cars....better than their current CVT versions IMHO.[emoji4]

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