Suzuki Kizashi first generation

Suzuki Kizashi first generation
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The Suzuki Kizashi first generation (2010–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,650 mm RDW4,630 mm TC4,651 mm
Width1,820 mm RDW1,820 mm TC1,821 mm
Height1,470 mm RDW1,480 mm TC1,481 mm
Wheelbase2,700 mm RDW2,700 mm TC2,700 mm
Front track1,565 mm ASTRA1,560 mm TC–
Rear track1,575 mm ASTRA1,570 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,395–1,505 kg RDW1,470–1,620 kg TC1,420–1,585 kg
Mass in running order1,495–1,605 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,000–2,030 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer1,700 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer720 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–368 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,605 L EPA–
Fuel tank––64 L
Performance
Top speed205–215 km/h RDW––
Torque230 Nm ASTRA–230 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/55R17, 215/60R16, 235/45R18

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, ja, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
9–12 years83.1% (80.4–85.6)77.9%783

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension29.5%27.3%
Brakes28.6%27.3%
Tyres26.3%31.2%
Lights and electrics13.9%17.6%
Body, chassis and structure8.3%7.6%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)5.2%8.4%

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)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

73 complaints for model years 2010–2013. 3 crashes · 1 fire · 2 injuries

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 12 versions of the Suzuki Kizashi first generation

European Union 3 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 versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2011–20152.4 L131 kW (178 PS)Petrol186–188 g/km5,074
20132.4 L–Other fuel187 g/km28
20102.4 L–Petrol189 g/km838

United Kingdom 2 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–20142.4 Sport 4 door 4X42.4 LPetrolAutomatic8.3 L/100 km NEDC191 g/km
20122.4 Sport 4 door 4X42.4 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.3 L/100 km NEDC191 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 versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2014KIZASHI SPORT–131 kW (178 PS)Petrol6-speed manual7.9 L/100 km NEDC183 g/km
2012–2014KIZASHI SPORT 4WD–131 kW (178 PS)PetrolContinuously variable (CVT)8.0–8.3 L/100 km NEDC185–191 g/km

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20132.4 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA212–221 g/km
2010–20132.4 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–234 g/km
2010–20132.4 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)All-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA219–224 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–2013Compact2.4 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)8.9–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle205–219 g/km
2011Compact2.4 LPetrol6-speed manual9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle228 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.