Suzuki SX4 first generation
The Suzuki SX4 first generation (2006–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 65 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: GY · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,100–4,120 mm RDW | 4,120–4,510 mm TC | – |
| Width | 1,730 mm RDW | 1,730–1,760 mm TC | – |
| Height | 1,550–1,590 mm RDW | 1,550–1,610 mm TC | 1,545 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm RDW | 2,500 mm TC | 2,500 mm |
| Front track | 1,495–1,500 mm ASTRA | 1,480–1,500 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,495 mm ASTRA | 1,470–1,510 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,105–1,165 kg RDW | 1,246–1,361 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,205–1,265 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,610–1,670 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 400 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 198–453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,492–2,549 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 170–185 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 145–320 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/60R16, 195/65R15, 205/50R17
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2013: ★★★★☆
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, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 72.4% (71.8–73.0) | 77.9% | 21,065 |
| 13 years and older | 63.9% (63.3–64.4) | 69.2% | 28,620 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 47.9% | 35.5% |
| Brakes | 45.4% | 32.6% |
| Tyres | 33.2% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 20.6% | 24.0% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 14.0% | 13.9% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 10.2% | 13.1% |
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)
310 complaints for model years 2007–2013. 27 crashes · 8 fires · 28 injuries
- Airbags 190
- Electrical system 28
- Steering 28
- Engine 22
- Transmission and drivetrain 20
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 65 versions of the Suzuki SX4 first generation
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European Union 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2013 | 1.6 L | 88 kW (120 PS) | Petrol | 141–146 g/km | 108,338 |
| 2011–2013 | 2.0 L | 99 kW (135 PS) | Diesel | 135–137 g/km | 34,434 |
| 2013 | 1.6 L | 88 kW (120 PS) | Diesel | 115 g/km | 6,248 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.5 L | 82 kW (111 PS) | Petrol | 139 g/km | 11,484 |
| 2013 | 1.6 L | – | Other fuel | 139 g/km | 944 |
| 2013 | 2.0 L | – | Other fuel | 132 g/km | 358 |
| 2013 | 1.6 L | – | Other fuel | 115 g/km | 258 |
| 2010–2013 | – | – | Petrol | 141–149 g/km | 4,717 |
| 2013 | 1.6 L | 88 kW (120 PS) | Diesel | 117 g/km | 42 |
| 2011–2012 | 1.6 L | 88 kW (120 PS) | LPG | 145–146 g/km | 54 |
| 2011 | 1.6 L | 66 kW (90 PS) | Diesel | 131 g/km | 1,544 |
| 2010–2011 | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 143 g/km | 548 |
| 2010–2011 | – | – | Diesel | 131–132 g/km | 293 |
| 2011 | 1.9 L | 88 kW (120 PS) | Diesel | 168 g/km | 58 |
| 2011 | 1.6 L | 79 kW (107 PS) | Petrol | 161 g/km | 42 |
| 2011 | 1.6 L | 82 kW (111 PS) | Petrol | 174 g/km | 10 |
| 2010 | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 154 g/km | 36,442 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 140 g/km | 7,937 |
| 2010 | 1.5 L | – | Petrol | 144 g/km | 7,302 |
| 2010 | 1.6 L | – | Diesel | 134 g/km | 6,085 |
| 2010 | 1.9 L | – | Diesel | 171 g/km | 1,722 |
| 2010 | 1.6 L | – | Diesel | 139 g/km | 93 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 157 g/km | 75 |
| 2010 | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 169 g/km | 20 |
United Kingdom 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–20141.6 · 1.6 SZ4 | 1.6 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 141 g/km |
| 2013–20141.6 SZ4 | 1.6 L | Petrol | Automatic | 7.2 L/100 km NEDC | 155 g/km |
| 2013–20141.6 SZ5 4X4 | 1.6 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 DDIS SZ5 4X4 | 2.0 L | Diesel | Manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 20121.6 · 1.6 SZ4 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 143 g/km |
| 20121.6 SZ4 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.2 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 20121.6 SZ5 4X4 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 20122.0 DDIS SZ5 4X4 | 2.0 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 20101.5 GL Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA11S00242031 · 1.5 GLX From VIN TSMEYA11S00302480 | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 159 g/km |
| 2008–20101.6 GLX Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA71S00164003 · 1.6 GLX Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA71S00300017 | 1.6 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 20101.6 SZ3 from VIN JSAGYA21S00313021 · 1.6 SZ4 from VIN TSMEYA21S00477339 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 143 g/km |
| 20101.6 from VIN TSMEYA21S00495720 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.2 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 20101.6 From VIN JSAGYA21S00105782 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2008–20101.6 GLX Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA21S00300007 · 1.6 From VIN JSAGYC21S00160010 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 159 g/km |
| 2008–20101.6 4WD Hatchback From VIN TSMEYB21S00300082 | 1.6 L | Petrol | – | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2008–20101.9 Diesel 4WD From VIN TSMEYB61S00300101 | 1.9 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 170 g/km |
| 2006–20091.6 Hatchback 4WD From VIN TSMEYB21S00100644 · 1.6 4WD Hatchback From VIN TSMEYB21S00100644 | 1.6 L | Petrol | – | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 173 g/km |
| 2008–20091.6 GLX Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA21S00300013 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 175 g/km |
| 20091.6 GL From VIN JSAGYA21S00164650 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed automated manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 159 g/km |
| 2007–20091.9 GLX Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA61S00105367 | 1.9 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 166 g/km |
| 2006–20081.6 GL Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA21S00100679 · 1.6 GLX Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA21S00100666 · 1.6 GL Hatchback From VIN JSAGYA21S00101012 and 1 more trim | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2007–20081.6 GLX Hatchback From VIN TSMEYA21S00107727 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 182 g/km |
| 20081.9 GLX Hatchback ESP 4WD From VIN TSMEYB61S00169018 · 1.9 GLX Hatchback 4WD From VIN TSMEYB61S00219513 | 1.9 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 174 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2013SX4 2.0 DDIS 2WD | – | 99 kW (135 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 128 g/km |
| 2012–2013SX4 2.0 DDIS 4WD | – | 99 kW (135 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
United States 8 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2013 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | All-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 2010–2013 | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 219–221 g/km |
| 2010–2013 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 209–221 g/km |
| 2010–2013 | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 25–28 MPG (8.4–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197–221 g/km |
| 2007–2009CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 212–221 g/km |
| 2007–2009CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 2007–2009 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
| 2007–2009 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
Canada 8 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2013Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.7–9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 200–214 g/km |
| 2010–2013Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.1–9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 209–216 g/km |
| 2010–2013Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.4–9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 193–212 g/km |
| 2010–2013Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.9–9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 205–209 g/km |
| 2007–2009Station wagon: Small · Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.2–9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 212–216 g/km |
| 2007–2009Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 230 g/km |
| 2008–2009Station wagon: Small · Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.3–9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 214–221 g/km |
| 2007–2009Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.5–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 219–239 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.