What is the Suzuki Aerio?
The Aerio was a compact Suzuki offered in sedan and wagon forms in North America. Its practical shape gave it a place in the range between smaller city cars and larger family models. The first generation is identified in US and Canadian listings, while EU registration figures cover the Aerio name in a later period.
Generations and engines
The first generation ran from 2002–2007 in the US and Canadian listings. Those markets list petrol engines from 2.0 to 2.3 litres. EU listings cover 2010–2014 and identify a 1.6-litre petrol engine producing 88 kW (120 PS).
Fuel consumption
The lowest US figure is 9 L/100 km, with a best combined EPA rating of 26 MPG. Canada’s lowest figure is 9.1 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test. EPA and 5-cycle ratings use different methods.
Where was the Aerio sold?
EU registration figures span 2010–2014 and total 5,796. US EPA listings cover 2002–2007, while Canadian listings cover 2003–2007. The Aerio’s body styles and engine offerings varied across markets and model years.
Questions and answers
What years does the first-generation Aerio cover?
US and Canadian listings identify the first generation as 2002–2007.
What engine did the EU Aerio use?
EU listings show a 1.6-litre petrol engine rated at 88 kW (120 PS).
What are the US and Canadian consumption ratings?
The lowest US figure is 9 L/100 km, or 26 MPG combined by EPA; Canada’s lowest is 9.1 L/100 km on the 5-cycle test.