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Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Small MPV
Production years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

SUZUKI Ignis 2003-2008 18 Photos
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Suzuki Ignis was one of the first crossovers built by the Japanese carmaker. But it didn't build it alone. It worked together with GM and Subaru.

Both Japanese car companies were known as big manufacturers of small vehicles. While Suzuki was known for off-road vehicles, Subaru was recognized as a world rally-winner with the Impreza range. The alliance between them resulted in the birth of the 2003 Ignis – Justy. The all-wheel-drive system was carried over from Subaru.

Small, with higher ground clearance, the Ignis was unusual for its class and times. The front fascia featured rectangular headlights swept-back over the hood. A noticeable difference from Subaru Justy was the grille and the bumper. Suzuki installed the badge on a horizontal bar over the grille. On the lower side of the bumper, it placed a different grille and smaller fog-lights. A tall greenhouse with a straight roof, but an ascending beltline, were some of the two siblings' specific design cues.

Inside, it was room enough for four adults due to the high roof, but not that much legroom in the back if all the occupants were above 6 ft (180 cm) tall. With its small trunk, the Ignis was good enough for a city vehicle. The rear split-folding bench seatback could add some more room for a long trip if only two passengers were on-board. Like the Justy, the Ignis featured a small instrument cluster designed in a binocular style.

Under the hood, Suzuki installed its inline-four engines, both diesel, and gasoline, depending on the market. The 1.3-liter diesel unit was carried over from GM, which was developed in a partnership with Fiat. Suzuki offered the Ignis with front- or all-wheel-drive systems.

SUZUKI Ignis 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
  4 gasoline engines
  • 1.3L 5MT FWD (94 HP)
  • 1.5L 16V 5MT AWD (99 HP)
  • 1.5L 4AT FWD (99 HP)
  • 1.5L 5MT FWD (99 HP)
  1 diesel engine
  • 1.3L DDiS 5MT (69 HP)

SUZUKI Ignis
1.3L 5MT FWD (94 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT FWD (94 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1328 cm3
Power:69 KW @ 6000 RPM
94 HP @ 6000 RPM
93 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:87 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM
118 Nm @ 4100 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:10.3 gallons (39.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11.1 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:165/70R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:148.4 in (3769 mm)
Width:64.2 in (1631 mm)
Height:61.6 in (1565 mm)
Front/rear Track:55.9/55.5 in (1,420/1,410 mm)
Wheelbase:92.9 in (2360 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.7 in (170 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.3 cuFT (235 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2050.3 lbs (930 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3240.8 lbs (1470 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km)
Highway:42.7 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km)
Combined:36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:154 g/km

SUZUKI Ignis
1.5L 16V 5MT AWD (99 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 16V 5MT AWD (99 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1490 cm3
Power:73 KW @ 5900 RPM
99 HP @ 5900 RPM
98 BHP @ 5900 RPM
Torque:98 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM
133 Nm @ 4100 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:10.3 gallons (39.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:103 mph (166 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:All Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:165/70R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:148.4 in (3769 mm)
Width:64.2 in (1631 mm)
Height:61.6 in (1565 mm)
Front/rear Track:55.9/55.5 in (1,420/1,410 mm)
Wheelbase:92.9 in (2360 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.7 in (170 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.3 cuFT (235 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2238 lbs (1015 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3263 lbs (1480 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km)
Highway:38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)

SUZUKI Ignis
1.5L 4AT FWD (99 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 4AT FWD (99 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1490 cm3
Power:73 KW @ 5900 RPM
99 HP @ 5900 RPM
98 BHP @ 5900 RPM
Torque:98 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM
133 Nm @ 4100 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:10.3 gallons (39.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:103 mph (166 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:165/70R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:148.4 in (3769 mm)
Width:64.2 in (1631 mm)
Height:61.6 in (1565 mm)
Front/rear Track:55.9/55.5 in (1,420/1,410 mm)
Wheelbase:92.9 in (2360 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.7 in (170 mm)
Cargo Volume:18.6 cuFT (527 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2094 lbs (950 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3241 lbs (1470 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km)
Highway:40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
Combined:32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:174 g/km

SUZUKI Ignis
1.5L 5MT FWD (99 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 5MT FWD (99 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1490 cm3
Power:73 KW @ 5900 RPM
99 HP @ 5900 RPM
98 BHP @ 5900 RPM
Torque:98 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM
133 Nm @ 4100 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:10.3 gallons (39.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:106 mph (171 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.4 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:165/70R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:148.4 in (3769 mm)
Width:64.2 in (1631 mm)
Height:61.6 in (1565 mm)
Front/rear Track:55.9/55.5 in (1,420/1,410 mm)
Wheelbase:92.9 in (2360 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.7 in (170 mm)
Cargo Volume:18.6 cuFT (527 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2061.3 lbs (935 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3240.8 lbs (1470 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km)
Highway:42.7 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km)
Combined:35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:160 g/km

SUZUKI Ignis
1.3L DDiS 5MT (69 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L DDiS 5MT (69 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1248 cm3
Power:51 KW @ 4000 RPM
69 HP @ 4000 RPM
68 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque:125 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM
169 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:10.8 gallons (40.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:96 mph (154 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):15 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:165/70R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:148.4 in (3769 mm)
Width:64.2 in (1631 mm)
Height:61.6 in (1565 mm)
Front/rear Track:55.9/55.5 in (1,420/1,410 mm)
Wheelbase:92.9 in (2360 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.7 in (170 mm)
Cargo Volume:18.6 cuFT (527 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2193.6 lbs (995 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3262.8 lbs (1480 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km)
Highway:53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)
Combined:47 mpg US (5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:133 g/km
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