Reconditioned Suzuki Swift Gearbox

Swift 1.3 or 1.6, 5-speed or 6-speed: two generations, two different gearboxes

This collection covers the Swift from 2005 to 2017 across four distinct petrol engines, and not all of them share the same transmission. The 1.3 with engine codeM13Acomes with a 5-speed manual, as does the entry-level version of the 1.6 with engine codeM16A. However, the 1.6 VVT 136 hp — also M16A but in a different configuration — is paired with a 6-speed manual: same engine code, different gearbox. The 1.2 comes in two codes,K12BandK12C, which correspond to two generations of the 1.2 engine and may therefore require different gearboxes. Checking the engine code stamped on the block before placing any order is essential to avoid ordering the wrong reference.

When having your own gearbox rebuilt makes sense

Two purchasing options are available in this collection. The exchange basis suits cases where the gearbox is too badly damaged to be recovered, or when lead time is the priority. Having your own unit rebuilt — where your gearbox is reconditioned and returned to you — makes particular sense for Swifts with a rare gearbox reference, especially certain variants of the 1.6 VVT 136 hp in 6-speed, or where the vehicle has an unusual specification (limited edition, Sport variant). In this case, getting your vehicle's original gearbox back eliminates any risk of incompatibility with the axle ratio or final drive.

Key points to check depending on the engine

On the 1.3 M13A fitted to Swifts from 2005 to 2010, the 5-speed manual is the most in-demand unit in the catalogue, which is reflected in the number of references available. On the 1.2 K12B and K12C — a more recent generation — the fleet is younger but the codes differ: mixing the two up can result in a mechanically incompatible gearbox despite a similar appearance. The 1.6 VVT 136 hp in 6-speed is the least common configuration in this range; precise identification using the engine codeM16Aand the stated power output remains the only reliable way to distinguish this gearbox from the 5-speed version with the same code.