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Suzuki Splash facelift 2012 1.2 (94 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Suzuki Splash:
The Suzuki Splash is a city car that was introduced to the market in 2008. It was jointly developed by Suzuki Motor Corporation and Opel GmbH, which marketed their version under the name of Agila. Its debut as a concept car took place at the 2006 Paris Motor Show, making its production form debut at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show.
In the European market lineup, the Splash was positioned below the Swift and used a shortened wheelbase version of its chassis. In the Japanese market lineup, however, the car was situated between the Swift and the Suzuki Solio. The model was launched with three versions of petrol engines, a three-cylinder 1. 0 liter and two four-cylinder 1. 2 liter K engines, and a four-cylinder 1. 3-liter version of Fiat's MultiJet turbo-diesel engine. The Splash was also marketed as the Vauxhall Agila in the United Kingdom and as the Opel Agila in other European markets. It has different front and rear end styling....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2012 Overview:
Suzuki Splash (facelift 2012). With 118 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1115 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. 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.
1.2 (94 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for city driving, though the automatic gearbox can make acceleration feel sluggish on highways.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for an automatic city car, but slightly higher than its manual counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and agile for city driving
- • Good fuel economy (especially manual)
- • Reliable K12B engine
- • Practical interior for its size
- • Easy to park
Cons:
- • Limited boot space
- • Basic interior materials
- • Automatic gearbox can be sluggish
- • Not ideal for long highway journeys
- • Dated safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Splash: 2008 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Splash |
| Generation: | facelift 2012 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (94 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 94 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.7 Hp/l [60mm more] |
| Torque: | 118 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K12B More details about the engine K12B |
| Engine displacement: | 1242 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.1 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 74.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 84.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.4 kg/Nm, 105.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1115 |
| Max. weight: | 1485 |
| Max load: | 370 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 573 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 178 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3775 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Width: | 1680 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1590 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 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 | 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 |
| Tires size | 185/60 R15 84H |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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