Suzuki Alto VII
The Suzuki Alto VII (2009–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: HA25 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,500 mm RDW | 3,195 mm |
| Width | 1,600 mm RDW | 1,395 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm RDW | – |
| Wheelbase | 2,360 mm RDW | 2,175 mm |
| Front track | 1,405 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,400 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 830–855 kg RDW | 610–700 kg |
| Mass in running order | 930–955 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,250 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 200 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 100 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 27 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 150–155 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 90 Nm ASTRA | 58–100 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 155/65R14
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 86.6% (86.0–87.1) | 86.4% | 14,674 |
| 9–12 years | 81.7% (81.5–82.0) | 77.9% | 80,563 |
| 13 years and older | 75.0% (74.4–75.5) | 69.2% | 26,061 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 34.8% | 28.6% |
| Tyres | 33.4% | 30.9% |
| Brakes | 33.0% | 28.5% |
| Lights and electrics | 21.3% | 18.9% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 11.0% | 8.9% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 10.9% | 9.4% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 16 versions of the Suzuki Alto VII
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European Union 8 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2015 | 1.0 L | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 104–110 g/km | 216,376 |
| 2013 | 1.0 L | – | Other fuel | 106 g/km | 399 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.0 L | 50 kW (68 PS) | LPG | 93 g/km | 448 |
| 2010–2012 | – | – | Petrol | 103–109 g/km | 5,403 |
| 2012 | 0.9 L | – | Petrol | 103 g/km | 290 |
| 2010 | 1.0 L | – | Petrol | 105 g/km | 74,370 |
| 2010 | 1.0 L | – | LPG | 93 g/km | 5,206 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 110 g/km | 20 |
United Kingdom 6 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–20141.0 SZ · 1.0 SZ3 · 1.0 SZ4 | 1.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 2013–20141.0 SZ4 | 1.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 118 g/km |
| 20121.0 SZ2 · 1.0 SZ3 · 1.0 SZ4 and 1 more trim | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 103 g/km |
| 20121.0 SZ4 | 1.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 122 g/km |
| 2009–20101.0 Hatchback 5 door from VIN MA3GFC31S00106000 | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 103 g/km |
| 2009–20101.0 Hatchback 5 door from VIN MA3GFC31S00106646 | 1.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 122 g/km |
France 2 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014ALTO 1.0 | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 2012–2014ALTO 1.0 BVA | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 118 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.