Unveiled at the 2016 Paris Auto Show earlier this year, the new Suzuki Ignis has just arrived in the UK.
In Europe’s largest left-hand drive market, the five-seat small crossover carries a starting price of £9,999 ($12,728) for the SZ3, which comes with 15-inch wheels, front electric windows, six airbags, DAB radio with Bluetooth and air conditioning.
The mid-range SZ-T model adds 16-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, wheel arch extension, satellite navigation system and four seats, with individually sliding rear seats for £11,499 ($14,637), while range-topper SZ5 can be had from £12,999 ($16,546) and comes with LED headlights with DRLs and front fog lamps, rear electric winwdows, Dual Camera Brake Support and keyless entry&go.
Power comes from a 90 PS (89 HP) naturally aspirated 1.2-liter four-cylinder petrol unit, which can be specified with a mild hybrid application that sees the addition of a belt-driven integrated starter generator, and a lithium-ion battery, as previously seen in the Baleno. In this form, it returns 65.7 mpg UK (54.7 mpg US / 4.3l/100 km) and emits 97 g/km of CO2 for the 2WD model.
Buyers can choose between a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automated manual gearbox, and can also specify the new Ignis with the brand’s ALLGRIP four-wheel drive system, which is only available on the SZ5 grade, where it adds a £200 ($255) premium on top of its starting price.
Besides the UK, the 2017 Suzuki Ignis is also on sale in the Republic of Ireland, where it can be had from £12,995 ($16,541), up to £17,995 ($22,906), depending on the selected grade.
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