The big question is, could I actually rock either one living in the U.S.? We keep hearing rumors of the Suzuki Swift coming to the U.S. However, the last conversation I had with Suzuki's PR folks (which was last week) was not too confidence inspiring. So, perhaps there's a better chance of the U.S. getting Fiesta ST? I haven't heard any for sure, but I have heard the turbo Fiesta rumors since 2009. Would the U.S. get the three door, though?
Since there is about to be a hot-hatch battle here on the U.S. market soon (think MINI Cooper S, Fiat 500 Abarth, even Chevrolet Sonic Turbo), I can see Ford throwing its blue oval-shaped hat into the ring. The Swift is one of the few Suzukis American enthusiasts seem to want, but of course, can't get. So, maybe American Suzuki Motor Corporation will finally give us what we want.
It's all speculation until the rubber hits the road, so we'll just have to wait and see.
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It's too cool for America, that's what I think. :P
All just my informed guesses, but:
1) Suzuki - no, unfortunately.
2) Fiesta - yes, but 5-door only in the U.S.
I would guess the same. *Maybe* the Fiesta ST'll make it as a 3-door, as a sop to the people who want a Focus coupe (which won't happen because 1)that would overlap into Mustang territory, and 2) Ford's had two compact coupes in the last 10-12 years and both were flops).
Both cars are great and I agree with you that they should be in America, too. Despite their performance and specs, it isn't that bad.
My friend has a fiesta. It makes me one to buy one, too.
I agree. Bring them to the US.
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