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Suzuki Ignis vs Mitsubishi Outlander: the short answer
Outlander has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ignis remains close.
Ignis starts ZAR 522,095 cheaperIgnis from ZAR 237,900 · Outlander from ZAR 759,995
Five key differences
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Specification
Ignis
Outlander
Maximum Power
Ignis60 kW
Outlander135 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
Ignis113 Nm
Outlander245 Nm @ 3600 rpm
Engine Size
Ignis1197 cc
Outlander2488 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Ignis18.2 km/l
Outlander12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
Ignis0 mm
Outlander210 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Suzuki Ignis
1.2 GLX AMT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Ignis
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Outlander
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Ignis
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Outlander
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Model Introduced Year
2026
2022
Generation
Current market generation
Fourth-generation Outlander
Facelift History
Current market specification
Current 2026 South African specification including Edition 25.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Current specification
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Hatchback
Medium seven-seat SUV
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Passenger vehicle
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Length
3700 mm
4710 mm
Width
1690 mm
1862 mm
Height
1595 mm
1745 mm
Wheelbase
2435 mm
2706 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
0 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
180 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
260 l
205 l
Kerb Weight
865 kg
1690 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1330 kg
2355 kg
Payload Capacity
465 kg
665 kg
Towing Capacity
500 kg
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
5.5 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
986 mm
Rear Headroom
950 mm
950 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1058 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
1014 mm
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Z12E/K12
PR25DD
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
2488 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-point fuel injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
12.0:1
Bore
73.0 mm
89 mm
Stroke
85.0 mm
100 mm
Maximum Power
60 kW
135 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
113 Nm
245 Nm @ 3600 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
Not Officially Disclosed
AWD
Transmission
5-Speed AMT
CVT
Top Speed
170 km/h
187 km/h
0-100 km/h
12.0 sec
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
18.0 sec
17.8 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Tarmac, Gravel, Snow, Mud
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
69.4 kW/tonne
79.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
130.6 Nm/tonne
145 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Gearbox
5-speed automated manual
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
2WD
Front-engine, all-wheel drive
LSD Available
No
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
No
Paddle Shifters
No
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
4.3
5.694
Number of Gears
5
1
Transmission Type
5-speed automated manual
CVT automatic
Clutch Type
Dry single-plate clutch
Continuously variable pulley system
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Floor-mounted selector
Floor-mounted selector
Drivetrain
2WD
AWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Yes
Front Differential Lock
No
No
Gearbox Type
5-speed automated manual
Continuously variable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front driven axle
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
No
No
Transmission Speeds
5
1
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Claimed Mileage
18.2 km/l
12.3 km/l
City Mileage
16.0 km/l
10.1 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.0 km/l
14.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6 equivalent
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Yes
No
Real-world Mileage
18.2 km/l
12.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
32
55
Combined Driving Range
700
679
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
650 km
703 km
Range Real World Mixed
600 km
631 km
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Airbags
6
7
ABS
Not Applicable
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
No
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Applicable
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
AEB
Yes
No
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Not Applicable
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Yes
Side Airbags
Yes
Yes
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
No
Yes
ABS EBD
Not Applicable
Yes
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
No
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
No
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Applicable
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
No
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Yes
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Applicable
No
Auto Wipers
Yes
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
No
Park Assist
Yes
No
Around View Monitor
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Applicable
No
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
No
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Seat Material
Fabric upholstery
Leather
Heated Seats
No
Yes
Ventilated Seats
No
No
Ambient Lighting
No
No
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustment
8-way power adjustable with lumbar support
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustment
4-way manual adjustable
Seat Trim
Fabric upholstery
Leather-appointed
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Three-zone automatic
Power Windows
Yes
Front and rear
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes
Yes
Sunroof
No
Yes
Electric Tailgate
No
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Applicable
Yes
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Three-zone automatic
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment system
Smartphone-link Display Audio
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Android Auto
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
6
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument display
12.3-inch
USB Ports
USB-A / USB-C
Front and rear
Infotainment Screen
9
9-inch
Touchscreen
9
9-inch
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Yes
Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
No
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple Suzuki factory exterior colours
White Diamond, Red Diamond, Sterling Silver Metallic, Graphite Grey Metallic, Black Diamond
Headlights
Yes
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Yes
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
19.4 deg
Departure Angle
Not Applicable
22.9 deg
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
No
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
18.1 deg
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Tyre Size
195/60 R16
255/45 R20
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Spare Wheel Type
Space-saver spare wheel
Space-saver
Wheel Rim Size
16
20-inch alloy
Handbrake Type
Manual parking brake
Electric parking brake
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam
Multi-link
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
CO2 Emissions
125 g/km
185 g/km
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Service Plan
5 Years / 90000 km
5 years / 90,000 km; 15,000 km intervals
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Ownership Role
Suzuki ownership programme
New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Price Zar
312500 ZAR
819995 ZAR
Pricing Role
Hagalu Research Team price estimate
Official South African recommended retail price
Starting Price
312500
819995
Starting Price Zar
312500
819995
Spec
Ignis
Outlander
Warranty
5 Years / 200000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Ignis and Outlander comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Ignis 23 vs Outlander 56.
Efficiency index: Ignis 69 vs Outlander 49.
Safety-equipment index: Ignis 87 vs Outlander 76.
Practicality index: Ignis 42 vs Outlander 64.
Ownership-cover index: Ignis not separately scored vs Outlander not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Outlander leads by 8 points
Outlander has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ignis remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Outlander
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
76/100
Practicality
64/100
Ignis
Performance
23/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
42/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMitsubishi Outlander
leads the specification evidence index with 62 pts
vs 54 pts for Ignis
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Outlander leads. However, Ignis may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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