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Better fuel efficiency
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Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Lower published ownership cover
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Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Model Introduced Year
2017
2019
Generation
Second-generation Ignis on Suzuki's lightweight platform — 850kg kerb weight makes it one of the lightest five-seater crossovers available in any market. K12M engine retained for proven reliability track record.
Third-generation Vitz adapted for SA market
Facelift History
Original global Ignis launched in 2016; second generation arrived 2020 with updated styling and connectivity; current SA specification reflects 2023-2024 equipment update with GLX trim and active safety additions.
Current generation introduced in SA in 2019
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2019
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
Hatchback
Color Note
Silky Silver Metallic, Granite Grey Metallic, Pearl Snow White, Burning Red Pearl, Sphere Blue Metallic, Speedy Blue
White Pearl, Silver, Black, Red
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Hatchback
Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
855 kg
900 kg
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Length
3700 mm
3785 mm
Width
1690 mm
1695 mm
Height
1595 mm
1530 mm
Wheelbase
2435 mm
2460 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
40 l
Boot/Cargo Space
260 l
230 l
Kerb Weight
855 kg
900 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Not Officially Disclosed
1250 kg
Payload Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
350 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
4.7 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
983 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
951 mm
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1048 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
899 mm
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Front
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
-
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Not Available
Power Windows
Standard
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
15W Wireless Charging
Wireless
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
260 l
230 l
AC Type
Manual Air Conditioning
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual Air Conditioning
Not Available
Electric Folding Mirrors
Standard
All Doors
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Engine Warranty
4 Years
5 Years / 150,000 km
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.3
4.9
Heads Up Display
Not Available
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Standard
All Doors
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Fabric
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Standard — Front
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
Not Available
Spare Wheel
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Compact
Stabilizer Bar
Standard
Front
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
-
Tail Lamps
LED Tail Lamps
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt
Tilt Steering
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt
Voice Command
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Not Available
Voice Command Support
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
14.0 sec
14.2 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Multi-Point EFI
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Front Wiper
Standard
-
Front Wipers Type
Standard
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual Air Conditioning
Not Available
Mirror
Standard
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Standard
Standard
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Rim Size
15 Inches
Not Available
Sound System
4
4
Source Model Column
ignis
vitz
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
Front
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Standard
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trim Level
flagship
top
Unlocking
Standard
Standard
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Mid-to-high value derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charger
15W Wireless Charging
Wireless
Front Armrest
-
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
-
Standard
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Not Available
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Sonar
-
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
K12M
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
12
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
10.5:1
Bore
73 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
71.5 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6000 rpm
51 kW
Maximum Torque
113 Nm @ 4200 rpm
91 Nm
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
FWD
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed AMT
CVT
Top Speed
152 km/h
155 km/h
0-100 km/h
14.0 sec
14.2 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
71.3 kW/tonne
56.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
132.2 Nm/tonne
101.1 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
Vitz
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
-
Gearbox
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
FF
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
5
Transmission Type
Automatic
Continuously Variable Transmission
Clutch Type
Single Dry Plate with Electronic Clutch Actuator
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD/
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
Not Applicable
No
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
CVT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
5
5
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Claimed Mileage
18.9 km/l
20.4 km/l
City Mileage
15.2 km/l
16.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
21.7 km/l
22.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 4
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
18.9 km/l
20.4 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
32
40
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Airbags
6
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard — Front
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
2
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Fatigue Detection
Not Available
-
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
2
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard — Front
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard — Front
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
2
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Front Camera
Standard
-
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Not Available
Parking Sensor
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Seat Material
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
Manual
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
-
Rear USB Ports
2 USB
1
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Not Available
Interior Colour Options
6
4
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
Manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
Manual
Fabric Seats
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Fabric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-way
Manual
Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
9-inch touchscreen on GLX with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, LED headlights and fog lights on GLX, 15-inch alloy wheels on GLX, keyless entry and push-button start from GL AMT, six airbags on GLX, AEB and lane depar
Touchscreen infotainment, rear camera, fabric seats, basic climate control
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Fabric
Interior Colours
6
4
Seat Belt Warning
Standard — Front
-
Seat Trim
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Fabric
Folding Rear Seats
-
Standard
Front Armrest
-
Not Available
Armrest Front
-
Not Available
Seat Fold Type
-
Standard
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
4
Navigation System
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Not Applicable
USB Ports
2 USB
1
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Voice Recognition
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
9-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
-
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
2 USB
1
Audio Speakers
4
4
Audio System
4
4
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2 USB
1
Head Up Display
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Not Available
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
LED Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRL
Standard
Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Body Cladding
Black Plastic Wheel Arch Cladding
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
4
Roof Type
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wiper
Standard
-
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
DRL
LED DRL
Standard
Fog Lights
Standard
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
Standard LED
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Led Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
-
Rear Fog Lights
Standard
-
Auto Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRL
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
6
6
Exterior Mirror Electric
Standard
All Doors
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Headlight Type
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Approach Angle
0 deg
-
Departure Angle
0 deg
-
Wading Depth
0 mm
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
-
Approach Angle Deg
0 deg
-
Breakover Angle
0 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
0 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
180 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance Min
180 mm
145 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
-
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Tyre Size
175/65 R15
185/60 R15
Wheel Type
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Compact
Front Brake Disc Diameter
228 mm
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
180 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
-
Tyre Load Index
84
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Wheel Rim Size
15 Inches
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Drum
Spare Tyre
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Compact
Tyre Type
175/65 R15
185/60 R15
Wheel Diameter
15 Inches
Not Available
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Not Available
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Compact
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Wheel Material
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Wheel Size Type
15 Inches
-
Wheels
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
-
Approx Service Cost
Approx R1,800–R2,200 per Service
-
Battery Warranty
12 Months
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
3 Years / 45,000 km
Engine Oil Capacity
3.3 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
-
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
-
Service Plan Duration
Not Included
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
Not Included
3 Years / 45,000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
-
Service Plan
Not Included
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
-
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Warranty Years
5
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
-
Basic Warranty
5
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Warranty
5
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
CO2 Emissions
120 g/km
115 g/km
Start Stop System
Not Available
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Available
Noise Level
68 dB
-
Variable Valve Timing
VVT on Intake Camshaft
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Not Available
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 4
Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
-
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
115
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
120
115
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Real-world City Mileage Min
6.0 l/100km
6.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
7.5 l/100km
8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
5.0 l/100km
5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
6.5 l/100km
6 l/100km
Owner Review Count
5
4
Spec
Ignis
Vitz
Ownership Role
Flagship
Top
Price Zar
293900 ZAR
229900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
293900
229900
Starting Price Zar
293900
229900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Ignis and Vitz 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 25 vs Vitz 22.
Efficiency index: Ignis 71 vs Vitz 76.
Safety-equipment index: Ignis 88 vs Vitz 47.
Practicality index: Ignis 57 vs Vitz 49.
Ownership-cover index: Ignis 71 vs Vitz 43.
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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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Ignis leads by 15 points
Ignis holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Vitz.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Ignis
Performance
25/100
Efficiency
71/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
71/100
Vitz
Performance
22/100
Efficiency
76/100
Safety
47/100
Practicality
49/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexSuzuki Ignis
leads the specification evidence index with 61 pts
vs 46 pts for Vitz
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Ignis leads. However, Vitz may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
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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