Historia cronológica de los swift gti
MK1 (1984-86) Suzuki Swift

Se introdujo en el Mercado en marzo de 1984, como un auto económico , disponible con motores de 1 litro (1.000cc). De transmisión delantera, discos de frenado delantero, y sistema de tambores traseros, aros de 12”. Los modelos fueron los siguientes: GA, GL, GC and GLS: Los modelos básicos GA y GL se fabricaron con motores de un árbol de levas (G10A). El modelo GL incluía un motor de 1.300cc de un árbol de levas ((SOHC) G13A), ambos con sistema admisión de gasolina vía carburador. El modelo GC incluía 5 puertas y el mismo estilo “hatch back” pero con carroceria mas amplia dirigido a un Mercado familiar, como extras opcionales se incluia el aire acondicionado.

GTi: Disponible únicamente en 3 puertas (estilo “hach back”), con caja Manuel de 5 velocidades, el GTI de ensamblo con un motor 1.3000cc con doble arblol de levas ((TWIN CAM) G13B), con sistema multipunto de inyección de gasolina, se le incluyen: “Bumper” (parachoques) delanteros y traseros mas bajos, estribos, halógenos, aros 13”, barras estabilizadoras delantera y trasera, y un refuerzo en el sistema de suspensión, en el interior se incorporaron asientos deportivos y una manivela deportiva, retrovisores y tacómetro.

MK2 - SF310 / SF413 / SF416 (1989-92)
En 1989 nace el nuevo Swift Mk2, con un chasis mas redondeado con sistemas mecánicos similares al mk1. El sistema de barra trasera de suspensión de barra se cambio por un sistema independiente, el tamaño de los aros aumento a 14”.
El estilo de 3 puertas incluyo los siguientes modelos, GA, GL y GTI.
Se incluye la versión sedan 4 puertas en los modelos GL y GLX con un motor opcional 1.600cc EFI (Inyección electrónica de combustible). Disponible con tracción en las 4 ruedas los años 1990-1991.
Los siguientes son los modelos de MK2 disponibles:

GA and GL:
Modelo básico en el rango de los swift, equipado con un motor G10A, caja de cambios de 5 velocidades, opcional a caja de cambio automática para los modelos GL.
El G10A genera 53whp (“Wheel horse power” caballos de fuerza a las ruedas).
Disponibles con “Bumpers” (para choques) en color gris, el sistema de aire acondicionado como una “extra” opcional.
Sedan: - GL and GLX (including 4WD)
Como alternativa a los 3 puertas “hatchback”, Suzuki introduce al mercado el swift sedan, basado en el chasis de que después introduciría 5 puertas. Disponible con dos opciones de motores, el GL con el motor G13BA SOHC carburado con una fuerza de 67.5HP, y el GLX mejorado con motor 1.600cc G16BA SOCH con sistema de inyección, tirando 93.87HP al Volante. La versión estándar incluía cierre central, tacómetro, y tercera luz trasera. Como extras opcionales se podía incluir el sistema de aire acondicionado y un “Power Pack” que contenía vidrios eléctricos, dirección hidráulica, y halógenos.
En la versión sedan también habían disponibles con tracción en la 4 ruedas entre los modelos 1990-1991 pero después fue descontinuado por las ventas tan bajas comparado con las del GTI. El sistema de 4WD (Four Wheel drive) utilizado es el mismo de la Versión Japonesa Cultus, incluyendo el cable selector de la caja de cambios.
GTi: El Gti fue la versión con el rango mas alto en cuando a rendimiento y poder. Aunque conservando la misma carrocería y principios como los modelos mas bajos, el GTi recibió un tratamiento lleno de Suzuki.
Incluyeron:
• “Bumpers” del mismo color de la carrocería.
• Barras traseras.
• Faldas laterales (estribos)
• Ala trasera (coleta).
• Espejos retrovisores eléctricos en ambos lados.
• También se agregaron las luces para niebla delanteras (halógenos).
• Escobilla para la ventana trasera.
• Volante deportivo.
• Butacas Deportivas RECARO ®
• Aire Acondicionado.
• Tacómetro.
• Incrustaciones de tela en las puertas.
• Control interno para la compuerta trasera y ventanilla de abastecimiento de combustible.
• Caja de cambio de 5 velocidades de relación corta.
• Aros de 14”.
• Frenos de Disco en las 4 ruedas tokico®.
• Barra de oscilación trasera de 15mm.

MK3 - SF310 / SF413 / SF416 (1993-99) The final incarnation of the Swift in Australia saw some cosmetic upgrades, including a remodeled interior, an overhaul of the front and rear bars, and the replacement of the MK2 "mesh style" rear lights with a smoother flush-fitting set, which incorporated reversing lights. This change also included a matching centre panel, with the number plate being relocated to the rear bar. The dashboard was completely revised, and was now a more rounded shape, with dial size increased. Models included the GA, (later replaced with the City Car), the Cino, GL and GLX Sedans, and of course, the GTi

GA / City Car:
The base model GA was carried over from the MK1, but was soon replaced with the City Car designation. Apart from the cosmetic changes associated with the makeover of all MK2 Swifts, this model remained unchanged and featured the 1 litre G10A engine.

Cino / Extreme:
In order to better compete with other small cars emerging in the Australian market, and to appeal to potential buyers, Suzuki released the Suzuki (Swift) Cino. Available as a 3 or 5 door hatch, externally the Cino was fitted with the same colour coded front and rear bars as the MK3 GTi, although with air vents in place of the fog lights. Internally, the Cino received a slightly updated interior, including a new steering wheel and trimmings. Mechanically, the Cino engine was the carby-fed G13BA 1.3 litre SOHC.

During the later years of the Cino, Suzuki released the Cino Extreme in NSW and the ACT. The Extreme was based on the Cino 3 door, but was fitted with many more components shared with the GTi. Outside, side skirts were fitted to match the GTi front and rear bars, the mirrors were colour coded, and Xtreme stickers were applied. Interior upgrades involved upgrading everything to GTi specifications, including seats, power windows and instruments. Mechanical performance however was not improved, and the Extreme still featured the Cino's suspension, G13BA carburetor motor and drum rear brakes.

Air conditioning and power steering were optional.

Sedan: (GL and GLX) With the introduction of the MK3 series Swift, Suzuki dropped the 4WD Sedan from the lineup, and continued to produce the 1.3 GL and 1.6i GLX models. Although the Sedan's body remained unchanged, it did receive restyled front and rear bars (GLX's were colour coded), along with the same interior upgrades as all other models, including the interior.

GTi: Like all MK3 Swifts, the GTi received the same exterior styling updates, along with a number of other changes. Power windows were now fitted as standard, and the interior now contained a new steering wheel, as well as an instrument cluster that included a tachometer. Mechanically, the engine remained the same, however the ECU was modified with a different map. The inclusion of power windows and some other changes make the MK3 GTi the heaviest of all Swift hatchbacks.

Other Swift Exports

MK4 Swift / Swift Sky - European release only (1996-2002)
Much the same as the Australian MK3, the MK4 Swift was extensively remodeled on the exterior, including new headlights, tail lights, front and rear bars, bonnet and quarter panels. However mechanically they remain the same.

Pontiac Firefly - Chevrolet Sprint - Geo Metro - Chevrolet Metro
Released in North America and Canada, these vehicles were based on a similar format and chassis as the Australian Swift. However exterior styling items, such as headlights, tail lights, and front and rear bars were modeled differently.

In contrast to the local domestic Swift, many of these vehicles were equipped with a 1 litre, EFI, SOHC Turbo engine. These are identifiable by an unmistakable scoop on the bonnet.

Suzuki (Swift) Cultus
In some markets (namely Japan) the Suzuki Swift was known as the Suzuki Cultus. Although the Cultus was equipped with the same G13B engine as the domestic Australian Swift, it was fitted with a number of modified parts in order to boost performance to 115HP from the Swifts 100HP.

These components (such as the reverse intake manifold) are much sought after items for Australian Swift modifiers. On the exterior, the hatchback Cultus featured an extra lower wing on the rear, as well as rear fog lights in the center panel that remains unlit on the MK3 Australian Swift.

Some other points worth mentioning are that the Cultus was also available in 4WD configuration, and in later years the "Swift" Cultus was replaced by the vehicle that was badged a Baleno in Australia
Holden Barina - MB (1985-86), ML (1987-88), MF (1989-90), MH (1991-93)

The Suzuki Swift was sold by Holden in Australia as the Barina. There were several different configurations released, most of which coincided with equivalent Swift models, with the only differences being the Holden badges and compliance plate. MB/ML models were the equivalent to the MK1 Swift, the MF was the MK2, and the MH the same as a MK3. Some slight differences between Holden and Suzuki counterparts, were that Barina's were all fitted with rear window wiper/washers, but no passengers side mirror. All Barina's were fitted with the Suzuki G13BA SOHC carburetor engine. Although Holden entered into contract with Suzuki to develop and release the Swift/Barina in Australia, they did not release a version of the GTi. Holden did,

however, release a GS model of the 2 door MF/MH Barina, which featured GTi front and rear bars (minus side skirts), and twin rear view wing mirrors, with distinctive pin-striping on the body.
The interior of the GS featured GTi seats, steering wheel, instrument cluster, and remote fuel/hatch release.
Unlike the GTi, the GS did not contain any performance modifications, and retained a drum brake rear end and the G13BA engine.
In reality, the GS Barina is more closely related to the Cino Extreme than the Swift