Suzuki Splash first generation

Suzuki Splash first generation
Photo: Vauxford / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The Suzuki Splash first generation (2008–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 31 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.

Model codes: XB, EX · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length3,720 mm RDW3,720 mm
Width1,680 mm RDW1,680 mm
Height1,590 mm RDW1,590 mm
Wheelbase2,360 mm RDW2,360 mm
Front track1,460–1,470 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,470–1,480 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight950–1,015 kg RDW1,050–1,160 kg
Mass in running order1,050–1,115 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,485 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer200 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer200 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW–
Doors4 RDW–
Boot space–178 L
Fuel tank–45 L
Performance
Top speed160–175 km/h RDW160–175 km/h
0–100 km/h–12.0–14.8 s
Torque90–118 Nm ASTRA–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 165/70R14, 185/60R15

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, ja, pl, cs), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). 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
6–8 years88.0% (86.8–89.1)86.4%2,982
9–12 years79.2% (78.7–79.7)77.9%29,663
13 years and older65.3% (64.6–66.1)69.2%16,388

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Brakes38.3%30.0%
Suspension37.1%31.2%
Tyres29.8%31.1%
Lights and electrics14.4%20.8%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)9.9%9.5%
Body, chassis and structure6.6%11.0%

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 31 versions of the Suzuki Splash first generation

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European Union 17 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
2011–20161.2 L69 kW (94 PS)Petrol118–124 g/km51,275
2011–20151.0 L50 kW (68 PS)Petrol108–109 g/km53,046
2011–20151.2 L66 kW (90 PS)Petrol118–133 g/km358
2010–2014––Petrol116–130 g/km2,474
2011–20141.0 L48 kW (65 PS)Petrol119–120 g/km13,879
20131.0 L–Other fuel110 g/km454
20121.1 L–Petrol150 g/km28
20111.2 L63 kW (86 PS)Petrol133 g/km1,960
20111.2 L55 kW (75 PS)Diesel120 g/km1,228
20111.0 L48 kW (65 PS)LPG108 g/km84
20111.2 L63 kW (86 PS)LPG119 g/km48
20101.0 L–Petrol119 g/km14,482
20101.2 L–Petrol133 g/km13,277
20101.2 L–Diesel120 g/km2,796
20101.0 L–LPG108 g/km2,288
20101.2 L–LPG119 g/km2,072
2010––Other fuel131 g/km26

United Kingdom 11 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
2013–20141.0 SZ2 · 1.0 SZ31.0 LPetrolManual4.8 L/100 km NEDC109 g/km
2013–20141.2 SZ3 · 1.2 SZ41.2 LPetrolManual5.1 L/100 km NEDC118 g/km
2013–20141.2 SZ41.2 LPetrolAutomatic5.7 L/100 km NEDC131 g/km
20121.0 SZ2 · 1.0 SZ31.0 LPetrol5-speed manual4.8 L/100 km NEDC109 g/km
20121.2 SZ3 · 1.2 SZ41.2 LPetrol5-speed manual5.1 L/100 km NEDC119 g/km
20121.2 SZ41.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic5.7 L/100 km NEDC133 g/km
20101.0 5 Door From VIN TSMEXB22S003205631.0 LPetrol5-speed manual5.0 L/100 km NEDC119 g/km
20091.0 GLS Hatchback 5 Door From VIN TSMEXB22S002040281.0 LPetrol5-speed manual5.0 L/100 km NEDC120 g/km
2008–20091.2 GLS 5 Door Hatchback From VIN TSMEXB32S00100727 · 1.2 GLS+ 5 Door Hatchback From VIN TSMEXB32S001003851.2 LPetrol5-speed manual5.5 L/100 km NEDC131 g/km
2008–20091.2 GLS+ 5 Door Hatchback From VIN TSMEXB32S00110408 · 1.2 GLS+ Hatchback 5 Door From VIN TSMEXB32S001104081.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic5.9 L/100 km NEDC142 g/km
2008–20091.3 5 Door Hatchback From VIN TSMEXB62S00101119 · 1.3 5 Door Hatchback From VIN TSMEXB52S001574011.2 LDiesel5-speed manual4.5 L/100 km NEDC120 g/km

France 3 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
2012–2014SPLASH 1.0–50 kW (68 PS)Petrol5-speed manual4.7 L/100 km NEDC109 g/km
2012–2014SPLASH 1.2 BVA–69 kW (94 PS)Petrol4-speed automatic5.7 L/100 km NEDC131–133 g/km
2012–2013SPLASH 1.0 BVA · SPLASH 1.2 BVA–69 kW (94 PS)Petrol4-speed automatic5.7 L/100 km NEDC131 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.