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Suzuki Celerio II 1.0 (68 Hp) Automatic
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)
II Overview:
Suzuki Celerio (II). With 90 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.2 l/100km). Weighing only 885 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.2 s). The top speed reaches 155 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.
The Celerio II achieved a 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2014, indicating reasonable protection for adult and child occupants, though safety assist systems scored lower compared to segment leaders.
1.0 (68 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission impacts acceleration, resulting in a slower 0-100 km/h time of 15.2 seconds, making it feel less sprightly.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is 4.3 l/100 km combined, identical to the manual non-ECO+ variant, which is reasonable for an automatic.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially the ECO+ variant
- • Compact and nimble for city driving and parking
- • Surprisingly spacious interior and boot for its size
- • Affordable purchase price and low running costs
- • Reliable K10B engine
Cons:
- • Modest performance, particularly with the automatic transmission
- • Basic interior materials and limited features on lower trims
- • Only a 3-star Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Can feel underpowered on highways or with a full load
- • Road and wind noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Celerio |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 (68 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | February, 2014 |
| End of production: | November, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 90 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K10B |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.8 l |
| Coolant: | 3.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13 kg/Hp, 76.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.8 kg/Nm, 101.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 885 |
| Max. weight: | 1260 |
| Max load: | 375 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 726 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 254 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3600 mm mm |
| Width: | 1600 mm mm |
| Height: | 1540 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2425 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1410 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/65 R14 79S |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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