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Suzuki Liana Wagon I Sport 1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) 4WD
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Suzuki Liana:
The Suzuki Aerio is a subcompact car that was built by Suzuki. It was introduced in 2001 as a replacement for the Suzuki Esteem/Baleno, with a tall 5-door SX model hatchback and a 4-door sedan body. It featured two different 16-valve gasoline inline-four engines, with 1. 5-litre and 1. 8-litre, this one capable of 125 PS JIS. Production was discontinued in 2007 around the world and replaced by the Suzuki SX4, except in Pakistan and China where production was continued by Changhe-Suzuki until 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Wagon I Overview:
Suzuki Liana (Wagon I). With 144 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1230 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Sport 1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a marginal power increase over the standard 1.6L, but the 'Sport' designation is more about trim than significant performance gains. Acceleration data is missing.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is expected to be very similar to the standard 1.6L 4WD model, likely around 7.4 l/100 km.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Known for excellent reliability and durability
- • Spacious and practical interior for its class
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Available all-wheel drive option for added versatility
- • Simple and straightforward mechanics, easy to maintain
Cons:
- • Uninspired and somewhat dated exterior styling
- • Modest performance, especially with the 1.3L engine
- • Basic interior materials and design
- • Average Euro NCAP safety rating for its time
- • Limited engine choices, all petrol
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Wagon I: 2001 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Liana |
| Generation: | Wagon I |
| Modification (Engine): | Sport 1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 106 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 144 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M16A [Same engine] More details about the engine M16A |
| Engine displacement: | 1586 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.6 kg/Hp, 86.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1230 |
| Max. weight: | 1670 |
| Max load: | 440 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1149 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 279 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4280 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Height: | 1550 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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