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Suzuki Ignis I MH 1.5 i 16V (99 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
I MH Overview:
Suzuki Ignis (I MH). With 133 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). Weighing only 960 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.4 s). The top speed reaches 170 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.
1.5 i 16V (99 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most spirited petrol option, offering decent acceleration and highway capability for its class, especially with the manual transmission.
Fuel Economy
Good for a 1.5L petrol engine, providing a reasonable balance of power and fuel efficiency for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and low running costs
- • Practical and spacious for its compact size, especially with the tall-boy design
- • Optional 4WD offers genuine all-weather and light off-road capability
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Compact dimensions make it agile and easy to park in urban environments
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited sound insulation lead to a less refined experience
- • Modest performance, particularly with the automatic or diesel engines
- • Average Euro NCAP safety rating for its time, lacking modern safety features
- • Firm ride quality can impact comfort on rougher roads
- • Styling may not appeal to everyone
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I FH: 2002 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Ignis |
| Generation: | I MH |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 i 16V (99 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 99 Hp @ 5900 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 133 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M15A [Same engine] More details about the engine M15A |
| Engine displacement: | 1490 |
| 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: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 103.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 960 |
| Max. weight: | 1470 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1002 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 236 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3770 mm mm [150mm more] |
| Width: | 1605 mm mm [45mm less] |
| Height: | 1565 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1419 mm |
| 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 | Disc [bad 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 | 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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