2017 Suzuki SX4 S-Cross

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F/lift of the SX4. New turbo motors from the Baleno

"The Suzuki SX4 S-Cross first went on sale in October 2013 as Suzuki's first 'C' segment crossover model and now, three years later, the major facelifted model is introduced with more distinctive and upright front end styling offering a stronger and bolder road presence. Ground clearance is now slightly higher at 180mm versus 165mm and new design headlamps help provide both higher efficiency and a sharper look. At the rear, newly designed LED rear combination lamps are used to provide a cleaner and more contemporary style.

The distinctive new interior design utilises an updated soft-touch dashboard pad, framing highlights for the centre panel and newly designed seat fabric for SZ4 and SZ-T models. Suzuki SX4 S-Cross offers ample room for five occupants with their luggage and the double sliding panoramic glass sunroof fitted as standard on the SZ5 model has one of the largest opening areas in its category (560mm).

The highly acclaimed Boosterjet engines first utilised in the Vitara S and Baleno models are also now available to demonstrate Suzuki once again as a true expert in the field of fun to drive crossover and four wheel drive cars.

Equipment specification - Highlights

All SZ4 models are equipped as standard with seven airbags, ESP, Bluetooth, DAB digital radio, air conditioning, Daytime Running Lights (DRL), 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control with speed limiter, air conditioning, heated door mirrors, black protective skid plates and black wheel arch extensions.

SZ-T adds LED Projector Headlamps, satellite navigation, polished 17-inch alloy wheels, rear parking camera, front and rear parking proximity sensors, Dual Zone automatic air conditioning, front fog lamps, rear privacy glass, silver roof rails and silver rear skid plates. Suzuki introduced the SZ-T model specifically with Fleet buyers in mind, although it is available to retail customers as well.

Equipment for the top of the range SZ5 model includes Radar Brake Support (RBS), leather seat upholstery, heated front seats, double sliding panoramic sunroof and aluminium roof rails.

CO2 emissions are low at just 113g/km for the 1.0-litre 2WD model and 119g/km with optional automatic transmission. The DDiS 2WD model achieves even lower CO2 emissions of 106g/km that result in an annual VED charge of just £20.

BOOSTERJET Engine

Suzuki's Boosterjet petrol engine technology was first utilised in Vitara as a 1.4-litre unit earlier in 2016 and the 1.0-litre version followed several months later in Baleno. After the debut of the three cylinder Boosterjet 1.0-litre unit this engine technology now continues for the Facelift Suzuki SX4 S-Cross. Offering the same level of power and torque of a much larger capacity normally aspirated engine (1.8-litre), it delivers an effortless drive and genuine driving pleasure.

Historically, power and torque delivery from a turbocharged engine would not have been available until much higher engine speeds, offering less flexibility to the driver.

This unit has an output of 111PS and is also Direct Injection turbocharged (DITC). The engine has very compact dimensions and offers 170Nm of torque available from 2,000rpm through to 3,500rpm. The 1.0-litre engine offers nine per cent more torque than the outgoing 1.6-litre petrol together with 11 per cent lower CO2 emissions and 10 per cent improved combined fuel consumption.

The 1.4-litre Boosterjet engine has a power output of 140PS and offers 220Nm of torque available from just 1,500rpm which is 41 per cent more than the outgoing 1.6-litre engine.

This engine is also 17 per cent more powerful and four per cent more economical versus the 1.6-litre unit.

The 1.4-litre engine offers strong benefits in performance too with a 0-62mph acceleration time of 10.2 seconds for both manual and automatic transmissions and a maximum speed (where permitted) of 124mph."

https://www.netcarshow.com/suzuki/2017-sx4_s-cross/

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"Last month, Suzuki revealed its drastic facelift for the medium-sized crossover SX4, three years after its release. It gained some clear revisions to the design, but now there is news of a new engine option.

In terms of visuals, the front end of the SX4 has been drastically altered to make it appear a bit more upmarket as it gains a new headlamp and bumper design.

Apart from the revised LED taillamp cluster, not much has changed around the rear. The crossover has also been raised by 15 mm, giving it a total ground clearance of 180 mm.

The engine range has been altered to include Suzuki’s BoosterJet engine, found in the Vitara S and Baleno in overseas markets. According to Suzuki, this turbocharged 1,4-litre engine is said to replace the current naturally aspirated 1,6-litre powerplant.

The BoosterJet gives the SX4 103 kW and 220 N.m of torque allowing it to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 10,2 seconds and eventually reach a top speed of 200 km/h.

A turbocharged 1,0-litre three-cylinder engine has also been added to the range. This provides 81 kW and 170 N.m.

The AllGrip all-wheel drive system remains as an option as well."

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/suzuki-sx4-s-cross-facelift-officially-revealed/
 
Suzuki SX4 S-Cross 1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 2020 UK review

Should I buy one?

Suzuki should be praised for the speed with which it has managed to act in electrifying its model range so as to reduce its CO2 emissions.

The theory behind its new 48V mild-hybrid system appears to hold water, even if the economy improvement over the old 1.4-litre S-Cross might not quite hit the claimed 17%, and every little helps for manufacturer, customer and environment alike.

The downside is that this is predicted to add another £2000 or so to the list price across the board, which would dent the recommendability of a car that in other ways has not changed.

You see, there are a number of similarly priced crossovers around now that also employ mild-hybrid tech, and the best of them by far is the Ford Puma, which is genuinely enjoyable to drive – no caveat. So even if you’re not bothered about the mild-hybrid tech, that’s the direction we would now point you in.

A unique selling point for the S-Cross, then? Well, countryside dwellers might well be swayed by the fact that it offers lockable four-wheel drive.

Suzuki SX4 S-Cross 1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid Allgrip SZ5 specification

Where Sussex, UK Price £27,500 (est) On sale After the lockdown Engine 4 cyls, 1373cc, turbocharged, petrol Power 127bhp at 5500rpm Torque 173lb ft at 2000rpm Gearbox 6-spd manual Kerb weight 1285kg Top speed 118mph 0-62mph 10.2sec Fuel economy 45.7mpg CO2 139g/km Rivals Ford Puma, Seat Arona, Skoda Karoq


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Suzuki should hold on to their designer and never let go, he knows the job. Very decent cars they are coming with lately.
 
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