Suzuki Ignis Hatchback I FH 1.0 i (3 dr) (53 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.5 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 2.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 2.5 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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 (~6.8 l/100km). Weighing only 730 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 145 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.

1.0 i (3 dr) (53 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Basic but functional performance, best suited for urban environments where agility and economy are prioritized.

Fuel Economy

Excellent fuel economy for its class, making it a very cheap car to run daily.

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
Model:Ignis
Generation:Hatchback I FH
Modification (Engine):1.0 i (3 dr) (53 Hp)
Start of production:2000
End of production:2003
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:53 Hp @ 5700 rpm.
Power per litre:53.4 Hp/l
Torque:76 Nm @ 3300 rpm.
Engine displacement:993
Number of cylinders:3
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Single-point injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:74 mm mm
Piston Stroke:77 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:6.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:5.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:16 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:16 sec
Maximum speed:145 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:13.8 kg/Hp, 72.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.6 kg/Nm, 104.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:15.2 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:730
Max. weight:1250
Max load:520
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:620 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:280 l
Fuel tank capacity:40 l
Size:
Length:3745 mm mm
Width:1590 mm mm
Height:1350 mm mm
Wheelbase:2265 mm mm
Front track:1365 mm
Rear (Back) track:1340 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.6 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size155/70 R13
Wheel rims size13
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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