FiestaST
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AutoTrader SA quick review of the updated S-Presso
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Suzuki S-Presso
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Don't buy any Suzuki vehicle if you are close to the sea!
I noticed rust within a few months of taking ownership, before long, rust could be seen outside and inside the car, including the seat mounts, headrests and tailgate shock.
After 5 years of going to the panel beaters for quotes (over and over again, to satisfy Suzuki head office requirements), it still has not been seen to by Suzuki.
At all the panel beaters I was advised to sell the vehicle as soon as it is repaired.
One assessor said that he can pull any new Suzuki from any dealership and he will find rust on it!
I noticed rust within a few months of taking ownership, before long, rust could be seen outside and inside the car, including the seat mounts, headrests and tailgate shock.
After 5 years of going to the panel beaters for quotes (over and over again, to satisfy Suzuki head office requirements), it still has not been seen to by Suzuki.
At all the panel beaters I was advised to sell the vehicle as soon as it is repaired.
One assessor said that he can pull any new Suzuki from any dealership and he will find rust on it!
EL'Diablo
Executive Member
well.... its made from recycled steel in India, its not cheap cause it wants to be cheap, its cheap cause its built cheap
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Lol
FiestaST
Honorary Master
‘Do You’ with the upgraded Suzuki S-Presso
EL'Diablo
Executive Member
adds a extra injector per cylinder, BOOM new S-Presso
Jet-Fighter7700
Honorary Master
why buy the Celerio, its literally the exact same car underneath,
EL'Diablo
Executive Member
you dont need to check the wind before leaving home in a Celerio
FiestaST
Honorary Master
micro-SUV lol
FiestaST
Honorary Master
FiestaST
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Hannes Oosthuizen review of the updated S-Presso
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Double shot of S-Presso: we drive Suzuki’s updated budget car
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Suzuki S-Presso (2023) Review
FAST FACTS
Model: S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition manual
Price: R194 900 (June 2023)
Engine: 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol
Power/Torque: 49 kW/89 Nm
Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox
Fuel consumption: 4.6 L/100 km (claimed)
Luggage space: 239 litres
Price and after-sales support
The Suzuki S-Presso range starts from R169 900 and goes up to R208 900 for the flagship 1.0 S-Edition automated manual (AMT). Our test unit – the 1.0 S-Edition manual – retails for R194 900.
The Suzuki S-Presso ships standard with a 2-year/30 000 km service plan and 5-year/200 000 km mechanical warranty.
Verdict
It hardly needs to be mentioned again, but when you’re shopping for a new entry-level car, you have to be willing to make some compromises. Granted, the S-Presso may have its limitations, but this simple inner-city (and suburban) runabout is oh-so-endearing. And how is this for a vote of confidence? The S-Presso is often utilised by operators of ride-hailing company Uber’s affordable Uber Go service.
To sweeten the S-Presso’s value proposition (because the model faces stiff competition from larger, pre-owned cars), Suzuki is offering the model with a 2-year/30 000 km service plan, as well as a 5-year/200 000 km warranty. And it needed to – because around the R200k mark, there are numerous other nearly-new prospects to choose from, including the Japanese brand’s very own – and excellent – Swift 1.2 GL.
Should you buy one? As a first vehicle for one of your offspring or dependents, the S-Presso certainly fits the bill (it may only have 2 airbags, but comes with ABS and electronic stability control) and, if you are someone who has climbed the first rung of professional life and are seeking a cheap-to-run first new car, the model comes backed by the after-sales support of a 2-time #CarsAwards Brand of the Year winner!
www.cars.co.za
FAST FACTS
Model: S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition manual
Price: R194 900 (June 2023)
Engine: 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol
Power/Torque: 49 kW/89 Nm
Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox
Fuel consumption: 4.6 L/100 km (claimed)
Luggage space: 239 litres
Price and after-sales support
The Suzuki S-Presso range starts from R169 900 and goes up to R208 900 for the flagship 1.0 S-Edition automated manual (AMT). Our test unit – the 1.0 S-Edition manual – retails for R194 900.
The Suzuki S-Presso ships standard with a 2-year/30 000 km service plan and 5-year/200 000 km mechanical warranty.
Verdict
It hardly needs to be mentioned again, but when you’re shopping for a new entry-level car, you have to be willing to make some compromises. Granted, the S-Presso may have its limitations, but this simple inner-city (and suburban) runabout is oh-so-endearing. And how is this for a vote of confidence? The S-Presso is often utilised by operators of ride-hailing company Uber’s affordable Uber Go service.
To sweeten the S-Presso’s value proposition (because the model faces stiff competition from larger, pre-owned cars), Suzuki is offering the model with a 2-year/30 000 km service plan, as well as a 5-year/200 000 km warranty. And it needed to – because around the R200k mark, there are numerous other nearly-new prospects to choose from, including the Japanese brand’s very own – and excellent – Swift 1.2 GL.
Should you buy one? As a first vehicle for one of your offspring or dependents, the S-Presso certainly fits the bill (it may only have 2 airbags, but comes with ABS and electronic stability control) and, if you are someone who has climbed the first rung of professional life and are seeking a cheap-to-run first new car, the model comes backed by the after-sales support of a 2-time #CarsAwards Brand of the Year winner!
Suzuki S-Presso (2023) Review
The Suzuki S-Presso has been given a light update comprising a more frugal engine and enhanced safety features. We spent some time with it.
FiestaST
Honorary Master
FiestaST
Honorary Master
5 Cheapest New Cars in South Africa 2023
Here are the 5 cheapest new cars currently available in South Africa…
We all know that buying a new car can be an expensive exercise but this article highlights the 5 cheapest brand new cars currently available in South Africa. Yes, you may have to compromise somewhat in terms of quality and features in the low-end of the new car market but if these 5 cheapest cars don’t quite meet your needs then it’s worthwhile exploring the used car market right here on Cars.co.za.
Also, if you need car buying advice, feel free to engage with us on Facebook or Twitter and we will gladly assist you.
Let’s take a closer look at 5 of the most affordable brand-new cars money can buy in South Africa.
Pricing is accurate as of September 2023.
1. Suzuki S-Presso – From R169 900
2. Suzuki Celerio – From R183 900
3. Renault Kwid – From R188 999
4. Toyota Vitz – From R189 900
5. Suzuki Swift – From R199 900
www.cars.co.za
Here are the 5 cheapest new cars currently available in South Africa…
We all know that buying a new car can be an expensive exercise but this article highlights the 5 cheapest brand new cars currently available in South Africa. Yes, you may have to compromise somewhat in terms of quality and features in the low-end of the new car market but if these 5 cheapest cars don’t quite meet your needs then it’s worthwhile exploring the used car market right here on Cars.co.za.
Also, if you need car buying advice, feel free to engage with us on Facebook or Twitter and we will gladly assist you.
Let’s take a closer look at 5 of the most affordable brand-new cars money can buy in South Africa.
Pricing is accurate as of September 2023.
1. Suzuki S-Presso – From R169 900
2. Suzuki Celerio – From R183 900
3. Renault Kwid – From R188 999
4. Toyota Vitz – From R189 900
5. Suzuki Swift – From R199 900
5 Cheapest New Cars in South Africa 2023
We all know that buying a new car can be an expensive exercise but this article highlights the 5 cheapest new cars currently available in SA.
ChrisThomas
Senior Member
Those prices made me feel nauseous. Wow.
FiestaST
Honorary Master
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