Abstract
This new controversial report from SBD's security team is part of our on-going independent bench-marking programme, which evaluates key functionality and performance criteria.
The Swift is the first model from Suzuki to be fitted with a smart key system in Europe. Although SBD concluded that Suzuki's "Keyless Start" feature did meet current requirements set by Thatcham, it also stated that the product fell short of customer expectations, and SBD has raised concerns over its safety and security.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
- 1.1 Overall
- 1.2 Smart Entry
- 1.3 Smart Start
2. Introduction
3. Performance evaluation summary
- 3.1 Smart Entry Performance
- 3.2 Smart Start Performance
- 3.3 Summary of UK insurance prediction
4. Locking system operation
- 4.1 Overview
- 4.2 Smart entry mode
- 4.3 Keyless entry mode
- 4.4 Mechanical key mode
- 4.5 Selective unlock
- 4.6 Internal central locking switch
- 4.7 Observations and anomalies
5. Engine start operation
- 5.1 Overview
- 5.2 Smart start
- 5.3 Emergency key
- 5.4 Other features
6. Performance against Thatcham criteria
- 6.1 External smart entry operating range
- 6.2 Immobiliser unsetting
- 6.3 Drive away without remote control
