Suzuki Baleno EG, 1995 1.3 i 16V (85 Hp) Automatic


Overall Rating

7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 2.8 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Suzuki Baleno:

The Suzuki Baleno nameplate has been used by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki to denote several different subcompact cars since 1996....(Read more on Wikipedia)

EG, 1995 Overview:

Suzuki Baleno (EG, 1995). With 103 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 915 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.3 i 16V (85 Hp) Automatic Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Adequate for city driving, but sluggish on highways due to low power and a 3-speed automatic transmission, making overtakes challenging.

Fuel Economy

Fuel consumption is acceptable for its age and automatic transmission, but not class-leading for a 1.3-liter engine.

Best Use Case: City / Commuting

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Excellent reliability and durability, a Suzuki hallmark
  • • Affordable purchase and running costs
  • • Practical and spacious interior for its class
  • • Good range of efficient engines (especially 1.6L manual)
  • • Easy to maintain and find parts

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design and materials by modern standards
  • • Basic safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
  • • Uninspiring exterior styling for some tastes
  • • Some engines lack power, particularly the 1.3L automatic
  • • Limited comfort and technology features

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Suzuki
Model:Baleno
Generation:EG, 1995
Modification (Engine):1.3 i 16V (85 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:1995
End of production:2002
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:85 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:65.5 Hp/l
Torque:103 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:G13BB
Engine displacement:1298
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:3.3 l
Coolant:3.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:74 mm mm
Piston Stroke:75.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:13 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:13 sec
Maximum speed:160 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.8 kg/Hp, 92.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.9 kg/Nm, 112.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:12.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:915
Max. weight:1345
Max load:430
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:495 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:210 l
Fuel tank capacity:51 l
Size:
Length:4195 mm mm
Width:1690 mm mm
Height:1390 mm mm
Wheelbase:2480 mm mm
Front track:1440 mm
Rear (Back) track:1435 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.8 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears3
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size175/70 R13 H
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionWishbone

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