Is a hybrid on the way? 2024 Suzuki Swift concept revealed ahead of Japan Mobility Show

The Suzuki Swift is getting long in the tooth as the third generation of the vehicle is already about seven years old since its initial reveal back in 2016. It's nearing the end of its model life cycle, with a new model set to replace it soon.

Before the all-new model comes along, a concept car has been previewed ahead of its official debut at the Japan Mobility Show to give fans of the Suzuki hatchback an idea of what's to come.

It may be a concept car, but given how it looks, it could be close to the real thing. The styling of the concept vehicle is familiar yet carries a new sleeker look. The door handles of the hatchback are no longer located high up next to the C-pillar. Instead, they have been moved below the belt line of the vehicle.

The front fascia also carries a new set of headlights, a new grille, and a new bumper. The S logo has also been located just above the grille instead of having the word Suzuki spelled out. 

The teaser images also showcase a fixed glass in the rear doors that wasn't in the previous version of the Swift. What appears to be a new “hybrid” badge on the front fender indicates that Suzuki might have an electrified version of the hatchback on the way. 

A redesigned rear

Aside from this, we have also spotted a camera on the bottom of the side mirrors, which could mean that it may have a 360-degree camera feature. A top-mounted radar sensor and a camera just below it can also be seen in the teaser images, meaning more advanced features could be coming to the hatchback.

The Swift Concept has a new set of tail lights and a boxier bumper at the back. It also sports a unique rear bumper accent with reflectors located at the bottom.

A quick look inside

On the inside, the Swift concept comes with a new interior layout with a bigger touchscreen infotainment system that appears to have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. It also has a new automatic climate control system and sportier-looking gauges. 

While its engine options have not yet been finalized, Suzuki says that a high-efficiency engine will power it, but it could be a new version of the 1.2-liter motor paired with a hybrid system. 

While the concept heading to the Japan Mobility Show will have a right-hand-drive layout, we can expect it to have a left-hand-drive option once the production model has been finalized. It is a waiting game to see what Suzuki will have in store for its Swift Concept.