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Suzuki Cultus Wagon 1.8 i 16V (135 Hp)
Overall Rating
Suzuki Cultus:
The Suzuki Cultus is a supermini car produced by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki from 1983 to 2016. The nameplate is currently used as a rebadged second-generation Suzuki Celerio in Pakistan since 2017. It was first presented at the 25th Tokyo Motor Show, formally introduced to Japan in 1983 and ultimately sold in seven countries and marketed worldwide as the Suzuki Swift. An alliance formed in 1981 between General Motors, Suzuki and Isuzu allowed GM to market the Cultus as a captive import internationally under more than a dozen nameplates including the Geo Metro, Chevrolet Sprint, Pontiac Firefly, Isuzu Geminett and Holden Barina. It was also known as the M-car within GM....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Wagon Overview:
Suzuki Cultus (Wagon). With 157 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1120 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1995 Suzuki Cultus Wagon was produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread. As such, it does not have an official Euro NCAP safety rating. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
1.8 i 16V (135 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.8 i 16V engine provides a respectable 135 Hp for its era, offering adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising. However, the 4-speed automatic transmission can feel somewhat dated and limits the engine's full potential, leading to less spirited acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Given its 1.8-liter displacement and a 4-speed automatic gearbox from the mid-90s, the fuel economy of this engine is likely to be average to below-average compared to modern vehicles, especially in urban environments.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and generous trunk capacity for its class
- • Generally reliable and easy to maintain (for its age)
- • Practical and affordable family transport solution
- • Decent power output for a 1.8L engine of its time
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Modest fuel economy, especially with the automatic transmission
- • Uninspired interior design and material quality
- • 4-speed automatic transmission can feel sluggish and unrefined
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Hatchback: 1991 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Cultus |
| Generation: | Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i 16V (135 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.4 Hp/l [530mm more] |
| Torque: | 157 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1840 |
| 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 layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1120 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1377 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 375 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4375 mm mm [530mm more] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm mm [115mm more] |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1435 mm |
| 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 | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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