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Suzuki Celerio III 1.0 Dualjet (67 Hp)
Overall Rating
Suzuki Celerio:
The Suzuki Celerio is a hatchback city car produced by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki since 2008. Originally a rebadged Alto/A-Star city car for some markets, the Celerio was made as a global nameplate and a standalone model replacing the A-Star in 2014. Suzuki unveiled the second-generation Celerio at the Auto Expo 2014 in India, after being previewed as the A:Wind concept model at the Thailand International Motor Expo in November 2013. The third-generation model was unveiled in November 2021. In 2023, the third-generation model was also marketed by Toyota in African markets as the Toyota Vitz....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Suzuki Celerio (III). With 89 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 817 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Suzuki Celerio III has not been specifically tested by Euro NCAP. While previous generations or market-specific models may have ratings, a direct safety assessment for this generation by Euro NCAP is unavailable.
1.0 Dualjet (67 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides basic, reliable performance for urban environments. The manual gearbox allows for more driver engagement and potentially better control of the modest power output.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel efficiency, slightly less than the automatic but still highly economical for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency for low running costs.
- • Compact dimensions make it ideal for city parking and maneuvering.
- • Affordable purchase price and maintenance.
- • Surprisingly spacious interior for its class.
Cons:
- • Modest engine performance, especially outside urban areas.
- • Basic interior features and materials.
- • Limited safety features compared to larger, more expensive cars.
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: February, 2014 - November, 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Celerio |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 Dualjet (67 Hp) |
| Start of production: | November, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 67 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 67.1 Hp/l [95mm more] |
| Torque: | 89 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K10C More details about the engine K10C |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.8 l |
| Coolant: | 3.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12 kg/Hp, 83.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9 kg/Nm, 110.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 805-830 |
| Max. weight: | 1260 |
| Max load: | 430-455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 295 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 32 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3695 mm mm [95mm more] |
| Width: | 1655 mm mm [55mm more] |
| Height: | 1555 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2435 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Front track: | 1430-1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440-1450 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R14; 175/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 14; 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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