Suzuki Ignis Hatchback I FH 1.0 i (5 dr) (53 Hp) Automatic
People\'s Opinion
N/A / 5
Suzuki Ignis:
The Suzuki Ignis is an automobile nameplate that was first produced by Suzuki in 2000 as a subcompact car, replacing the Suzuki Cultus, and subsequently as a crossover-styled city car from 2016.
The Cultus retailed under various names globally, notably as the Suzuki Swift. While the Cultus-based Swift was replaced by the Ignis in Europe and Australasia, Japanese models were in fact badged Suzuki Swift—thus debuting the "Swift" name in that market. The word "ignis" is Latin for "fire"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Hatchback I FH Overview:
Suzuki Ignis (Hatchback I FH). With 76 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 750 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16 s). The top speed reaches 140 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.
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving, but the automatic transmission makes it feel sluggish and less engaging.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is higher than manual counterparts, but still acceptable for urban use.
Best Use Case:
City
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact size and excellent maneuverability for city driving
- • Generally reliable and durable, typical of Suzuki
- • Very good fuel economy, especially with manual 1.0L engines
- • Practical interior with decent space for its class
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
Cons:
- • Basic interior design and materials
- • Modest performance, particularly with the 1.0L automatic
- • Limited safety features by modern standards (not Euro NCAP tested)
- • Can be noisy at highway speeds
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rougher roads
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Suzuki |
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| Model: | Ignis |
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| Generation: | Hatchback I FH |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 i (5 dr) (53 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2000 |
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| End of production: | 2003 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 53 Hp @ 5700 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 53.4 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 76 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 993 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 140 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.2 kg/Hp, 70.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.9 kg/Nm, 101.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 750 |
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| Max. weight: | 1280 |
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| Max load: | 530 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 620 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 280 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3845 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1590 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1380 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2365 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1365 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1340 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.6 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 3 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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