Swift Gen3 safety

ESP

Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) helps you stay in control when you are cornering by counteracting understeer and oversteer. It also improves traction and reduces skidding whatever the road surface conditions.

ABS with EBD

Braking force on each wheel is automatically adjusted in relation to the available grip to provide the right amount of pressure to bring the vehicle to a safe, controlled stop. Swift 3rd Gen features dynamic ventilated front disc brakes and rear drums.

Brake assist

Brake Assist adjusts braking force when the brake pedal hasn't been fully depressed in an emergency braking situation. Based on the speed at which the brake pedal is depressed, the onboard computer determines whether it is an emergency braking situation and adds brake force to achieve optimum deceleration.

Daytime running lamps

Above the fog lamps, the energy-saving LED daytime running lamps automatically turn on with the engine, emitting an even line of light to remain noticeable to oncoming traffic.

Fog lamps

The Swift 3rd Gen's front fog lamps help maintain forward vision and noticeability in dense fog.

In the event of a crash, a sound structure is vital to protecting you and your passengers. The Swift 3rd Gen's structural integrity is designed to provide enhanced passenger safety by absorbing and dispersing crash energy, maintaining the cabin's shape, and preventing parts of the car from causing injury.

HEARTECT platform

The Swift 3rd Gen's HEARTECT next-generation platform features a state-of-the-art, high-rigidity frame using 'Ultra & advanced high tensile steel (UHSS & AHSS). Its smoothly curving continuous shape effectively disperses impact energy in the case of a collision. The crumple zones are carefully designed to fold, absorb and dissipate collision energy and fewer joints mean less reinforcements are required, dispersing this energy more efficiently.

The new-generation platform also advances fundamental automotive functions like cruising, turning and stopping to the next level.

Pedestrian protection

To mitigate impact on a pedestrian in the event of contact, the Swift 3rd Gen's energy-absorbing structures are adopted in areas such as the front bonnet, cowl top, wipers and front bumper.

Occupant protection

The steering column, dash, roof pillars, pedals and floor panels will not move excessively, where they are more likely to injure the occupants. Doors will remain closed during the crash and will be able to be opened after the crash to assist quick rescue.

Pedal release mechanism

The pedal release mechanism in the Swift prevents the brake (and clutch) pedal from being pushed back towards the driver and mitigates impact on the leg during a frontal collision.

Passive safety features activate as required during an accident, working to minimse damage and reduce the risk of injury during the time of impact.

SRS advanced airbags

Extra protection in a collision is provided by the Swift's Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) front, side and curtain airbags.

The front air bags for the driver and passenger deploy when a moderate or severe frontal impact is detected, minimising the impact to the head and chest. Curtain and front side air bags are provided for side impact collisions, mitigating the impact to head and chest areas of the occupants. SRS airbags are designed to work in conjunction with properly worn seatbelts.

Electronic Locking Retractor (ELR) seatbelts

The Swift 3rd Gen combines three-point ELR seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters to prevent or limit the forces of a collision.

Three-point seatbelts incorporate both a lap and sash belt spreading the load over the chest, pelvis and shoulders. Pretensioners allow the seat belt to freely extend and retract with occupant movement, locking the belt during a sudden stop or upon impact. The force limiter works in conjunction with the pretensioner, gradually releasing the force applied to the chest of occupants.

Seatbelt reminders

A warning light on the Swift 3rd Gen's instrument panel and a buzzer remind the driver and front passenger to fasten their seatbelts. A warning light also informs the driver when rear passengers have not fastened theirs.

Head restraints

The Swift 3rd Gen's adjustable head restraints attached to the top of each seat limit the rearward movement of an occupant's head in a collision.

Child seat tether anchorages

Top tether anchorages in the Swift are upper anchorage points over the back of the seat enabling child restraints to be adequately secured to the vehicle.

Please consult with the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) for the latest requirements for using child restraints in New Zealand and follow the instructions provided by the child seat manufacturer.

Child seat ISOFIX anchorages

The ISOFIX child seat attachment anchorages makes it easier to securely install a compatible child seat by pushing the connector, mounted underneath the child seat, into the attachment point on the vehicle side.

Please consult with the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) for the latest requirements for using child restraints in New Zealand and follow the instructions provided by the child seat manufacturer.