| Suzuki S-Presso | |
|---|---|
 2021 Suzuki S-Presso GLX (Chile) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
| Model code | FL[citation needed] |
| Production | September 2019 – present |
| Assembly | India:Manesar,Haryana (Maruti Suzuki) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | City car |
| Body style | 5-doorhatchback |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | HEARTECT[1] |
| Related | Maruti Suzuki Alto |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,380 mm (93.7 in) |
| Length | 3,565 mm (140.4 in) |
| Width | 1,520 mm (59.8 in) |
| Height | 1,549–1,564 mm (61.0–61.6 in) |
| Kerb weight |
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| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Suzuki Karimun Wagon R (indirect, Indonesia) |
TheSuzuki S-Presso is acity car produced byMaruti Suzuki,Suzuki's subsidiary in India since 2019. It slots above theAlto and below theWagon R in the Indian market. The car is marketed as a "micro SUV" or a "mini crossover" by its rugged styling and high ground clearance of 180 mm (7.1 in).[2] The S-Presso is built on theHEARTECT platform, which is derived from Suzuki'skei cars, and uses 40% hightensile steel.[3][4] It is exported to severalemerging markets in Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.[5]
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The Maruti S-Presso concept car called "Future S concept" was unveiled at theAuto Expo 2018 in February 2018,[6] with the production model being announced on 30 September 2019. It rivals theRenault Kwid andDatsun redi-Go in India.[7] Four grade levels are available; Standard, LXi, VXi and VXi+.
CNG variant was announced in June 2020 which was only available for the LXi and VXi grades.[8][9][10] AGS automated manual transmission is not available as a transmission option.
In July 2022, the updated S-Presso was introduced with new dual VVT with dual injector "K10C Dualjet" engine which is 14–17% more efficient (depending on the transmission option) than the older engine,ESP withhill-hold assist for AGS models, electrically adjustable side mirror for Vxi+ and Vxi+(O) grades and additional cabin air filter for cleaner air in the cabin.[11] Dual airbags and front seat belts with pretensioner and force limiter also became standard across the range. The CNG variants were also discontinued, but relaunched in October 2022 with new K10C Dualjet engine.[12]
The S-Presso was launched together with the second generationBaleno in Indonesia at the29th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 11 August 2022.[13][14] The car is positioned as the indirect successor ofKarimun Wagon R. It is only available as a sole unnamed grade based on the pre-updated Indian market VXI+ grade, however it has additional side body mouldings accessories and dual tone alloy wheels. Unlike the Wagon R, the S-Presso does not regulated under the Indonesian government's Low Cost Green Car (LCGC) program.
The 2023 model year was launched in February at the 30thIndonesia International Motor Show with improvements, such as a new dual-injector K10C Dualjet engine,start-stop system, ESP with hill-hold assist for AGS model, electric adjustable mirror,ISOFIX, 7-inch LCD infotainment system, steering wheel with audio control, wireless smartphone linkage, thicker window seals and adjustable head rests for the second row.[15]
In the Philippines, the S-Presso was unveiled on 14 March 2020 together with theXL7.[16] Initially available in a single trim with 5-speed manual transmission, the features for this market is based on the combination of Indian market VXi and VXi+ trims.[17]
A special edition was introduced in July 2022, based on the regular S-Presso with additional exterior and interior accessories.[18]
In May 2023, the AGS variant was added to the lineup along with other feature upgrades, including Engine Auto Start-Stop (EASS), electronic stability program (ESP), and hill-hold control (HHC) for AGS variant only.[19]
The S-Presso was launched in Brunei in March 2020. It is offered only in GL variant mated to an AGS automated manual transmission.
It received an update in May 2023 with new 1.0-liter K10C Dualjet petrol engine, vehicle stability control, auto start-stop idling system, hill control assist, ISOFIX, steering wheel audio switches, and new dual-tone 14-inch alloy wheels.
The S-Presso was launched in South Africa on 19 March 2020, in two grades: GL, GL+ and S-Edition; it is available with either a 5-speed manual or an AGS automated manual.[20]
In December 2022, the S-Presso line-up was updated and all variants receive the new K10C Dualjet engine, stability control, hill start assist for the AGS variant, auto engine start/stop, electric mirrors, and a multi-functional steering wheel. The GL+ grade brings a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system and 14-inch alloy wheels. The S-Edition grade brings a reversing camera, 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a new exterior styling kit.[21]
As the follow-up of the reintroduction of Suzuki brand in Nigeria in 2019, Suzuki's distributor in Africa, CFAO Motors (fr) unveiled the S-Presso along with other Suzuki cars on 4 June 2021.[22]
The Suzuki S-Presso was announced for the Tunisian market in June 2020 and became available in October the same year.[23] This car is marketed as the cheapest micro SUV in the market.
The S-Presso was launched in Chile on 19 March 2020, in two grades: GLX and Adventure (followed later in April 2021);[24] only available with a 5-speed manual.[25]
In May 2023, the S-Presso line-up was updated in terms of features, a new engine and the option of an AGS automated manual. Most importantly was the inclusion of ESP which was a mandatory features in vehicles sold in Chile since October 2022.[26]
The S-Presso was launched in Colombia on 4 March 2020. It is offered in two grades: GA and GL; only available with a 5-speed manual.[27] The S-Pressos discontinued in dealerships in January 2025, and priority was given to the Suzuki Swift.[28]
The S-Presso was launched in Peru on 11 June 2020. It is offered in two grades: GA and GL; only available with a 5-speed manual.[29]
| Petrol | |||
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| Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
| K10B 998cc I3 VVT | 5-speed manual or automated manual "AGS" | 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) at 6000 rpm | 90 N⋅m (66 lb⋅ft; 9.2 kg⋅m) at 3500 rpm |
| K10C Dualjet 998cc I3 Dual VVT | 67 PS (49 kW; 66 hp) at 6000 rpm | 89 N⋅m (66 lb⋅ft; 9.1 kg⋅m) at 3500 rpm | |
| CNG | |||
| Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
| K10B 998cc I3 VVT | 5-speed manual | 59 PS (43 kW; 58 hp) at 5500 rpm | 78 N⋅m (58 lb⋅ft; 8.0 kg⋅m) at 3500 rpm |
| K10C Dualjet 998cc I3 Dual VVT | 65 PS (48 kW; 64 hp) at 5500 rpm (petrol mode) 57 PS (42 kW; 56 hp) at 5300 rpm (CNG mode) | 89 N⋅m (66 lb⋅ft; 9.1 kg⋅m) at 3500 rpm (petrol mode) 82 N⋅m (60 lb⋅ft; 8.4 kg⋅m) at 3400 rpm (CNG mode) | |
As of July 2022, the Suzuki S-Presso sold in Southeast Asia and Latin America has not been independently crash-tested byASEAN NCAP andLatin NCAP respectively.Starting from August 2024,ESP was available on all trim levels.[30]
An S-Presso unit made in India but tested byGlobal NCAP 1.0 for South Africa was awarded 3 stars for adult occupants and 2 stars for child occupants in H1 2022 (similar toLatin NCAP 2013).[31] This version was equipped with two airbags and seatbelt pretensioners as standard. In comparison to the earlier test, neck protection for the front passenger was rated the maximum possible level of 'good,' indicating a low risk of serious injury. Dummy readings of chest compression for the driver showed a moderate risk of serious injury, and the passenger compartment became unstable, resulting in chest protection being rated as 'weak,' just above the threshold to avoid being capped at one star. Suzuki declined to select child seats for the test; however, even with the restraints chosen by Global NCAP, there was excessive head excursion for the three-year-old and significant chest deceleration for both dummies.
The updated S-Presso for Africa includes ISOFIX anchorages and optional ESC.[32]
| Test | Score | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Adult occupant protection | 8.96/17.00 |   |
| Child occupant protection | 15.00/49.00 | |
The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso sold in India was tested byGlobal NCAP 1.0 in 2020 with a driver's airbag, ABS and double front seatbelt reminders, and received a zero star rating for adult protection and two stars (out of a maximum five) for child occupant protection. The front passenger's neck showed unacceptably high risk ofserious injury during the frontal offset crash resulting in the loss of all points for the test. High chest compression and an unstable passenger compartment resulted in chest protection being rated poor, which would have limited the result to one star nevertheless. The footwell ruptured during the test. The test car had only a static two-point lap belt in the rear centre seat and did not offer ISOFIX anchorages.[34][35][36] Legislative requirements in January 2022 required all Indian cars including the S-Presso to be fitted with two frontal airbags.
| Test | Score | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Adult occupant protection | 0.00/17.00 | |
| Child occupant protection | 13.84/49.00 | |
The S-Presso sold in India is equipped a driver frontalairbag and ABS brakes. A front passenger airbag, seatbelt pretensioners andISOFIX child seat anchorages were optional, the first two being made standard in early 2022. Updated versions of the S-Presso offer ESC on variants with an AGS option.[38] The S-Presso does not offer side airbags or tyre-pressure monitoring.
In H2 2022 the S-Presso for India was again crash tested by Global NCAP under its new protocol (similar toLatin NCAP 2016) which now includes side-impact crash tests, but it was rated 1 star for adult occupants and 0 for toddlers.
| Test | Score | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Adult occupant protection | 20.03/34.00 | |
| Child occupant protection | 3.52/49.00 | |
| Calendar year | India | Philippines | South Africa | Indonesia[40] | Chile | Colombia |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 35,254[41] | |||||
| 2020 | 67,690[42] | 1,930[43] | 3,601[44] | 407[45] | ||
| 2021 | 65,748[46] | 3,429[47] | 6,343[48] | 1,243[49] | ||
| 2022 | 65,276[50] | 4,953[51] | 2,298 | 1,552[52] | ||
| 2023 | 31,368[53] | 5,009[54] | 3,617 | 2,475[55] | 289[56] | |
| 2024 | 2,895 | 1,516[57] |
