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Week at the Wheel: Suzuki Alto. Image by Suzuki.

Week at the Wheel: Suzuki Alto
In these budget conscious times, the Suzuki Alto represents a cost-effective route to new car ownership.

   


Reviews homepage -> Suzuki reviews -> 2010 Suzuki Alto -> SZ4 technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 96
0-62 mph (seconds): 14.0

Urban mpg: 51.4
Extra urban mpg: 74.3
Combined mpg: 64.2
CO2 (g/km): 103


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 3500
Height (mm): 1470
Width (mm): 1600
Wheelbase (mm): 2360
Front track (mm): 1405
Rear track (mm): 1400
Cargo volume (litres): 129
Gross weight (kg): 1250
Kerb weight (kg): 885
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 35


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine mounted transversely in front.

Management: Emissions controlled to EU V levels.

Cubic capacity (cc): 996
Compression ratio: 11.00:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 73.00 x 79.40
Valve gear: Three valves per cylinder (12v).
Max. power (bhp): 67 at 6000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 66 at 3400 rpm

Transmission: Five-speed manual. Front-wheel drive.

Gear ratios:
1st: 3.454:1
2nd: 1.904:1
3rd: 1.280:1
4th: 0.966:1
5th: 0.815:1
Final drive ratio: 3.650:1
Reverse: 3.272:1


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: MacPherson strut with coil spring.

Rear: Three-link rigid axle with coil spring.

Steering: Power assisted rack and pinion.

Turning circle diameter (m): 9.00

Brakes: Front: ventilated discs. Rear: drums. ABS and EBD. ESP on certain models.

Wheels: Alloy wheels fitted to SZ4 model








 

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