Sedan Petrol CVT FWD 5-seat

Suzuki Dzire

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Second generation Dzire on HEARTECT platform — same structural architecture as the fifth-generation Swift, updated with Z12E DualJet engine for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. Current version 2026 Body style Sedan
Dzire is a South African Sedan with a sedan body and petrol power.
ZAR 272,900
On-road in
ZAR 289,293
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 272,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 2,000
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,300
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 4,200
Insurance
ZAR 4,094
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 272,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 4,069/month Based on 1.2 GA MT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1197cc (1.2L) Torque:112Nm (83 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:145mm (5.7″) Power:60kW (80 bhp) Boot378L (13.3 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 21.7 km/l (51 mpg)
City 17.8 km/l (42 mpg)
Highway 25 km/l (59 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Suzuki Dzire in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 4,069
Total Interest
ZAR 59,118
Total Payable
ZAR 244,118
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.2 GA MT. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Suzuki Dzire

Dzire is a South African Sedan with a sedan body and petrol power.

At R229,900 for the entry GA 5-speed manual, the Dzire undercuts every comparable sedan in the country and does so without the compromises that usually accompany a price-leader position. The engine is the same 1.2-litre Z12E DualJet unit used in the fifth-generation Swift — a three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol that produces 60kW at 5,700rpm and 112Nm at 4,300rpm. That figure is meaningfully lower than any comparable 1.5-litre naturally aspirated alternative and competitive with the smallest turbopetrol engines available. The rear seat provides adequate legroom for adults up to approximately 175cm, with the 2,450mm wheelbase allowing more foot space than the equivalent hatchback-based alternatives in this price band. Three variants are offered in South Africa: the GA MT (R229,900), the GL+ MT (R249,900), and the GL+ CVT (R272,900). The GL+ CVT adds a smooth, linear CVT gearbox that is particularly effective in city traffic, and brings active safety technology in the form of low-speed AEB, lane departure warning, and automatic high-beam — a specification level that is genuinely unusual at this price point. The GL+ CVT competes directly with the Honda Amaze 1.2 Comfort CVT but at a noticeably lower price while matching or exceeding its standard equipment list in most categories. Service costs are low — the Z12E engine uses the same 5W-30 full synthetic oil as the Swift, a 15,000km interval and straightforward access layout keep technician hours minimal. Second-generation Dzire (ZD41S) introduced globally in 2017; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in SA specification for 2024 launch; minor equipment and colour updates in 2026. Single powertrain across all three variants: 1.2-litre Z12E DualJet three-cylinder producing 60kW at 5,700rpm and 112Nm at 4,300rpm. Three variants: GA MT (R229,900) — base specification with 14-inch wheels, 7-inch touchscreen, wired CarPlay; GL+ MT (R249,900) — adds 9-inch screen, wireless CarPlay, rear camera, 6 airbags, keyless entry; GL+ CVT (R272,900) — full specification with CVT gearbox, AEB, lane departure warning, LED headlights. The Dzire has a clearer South African buying case when its sedan shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a power output of 60 kW @ 5700 rpm and a 5-Speed Manual transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size

Suzuki Dzire — Quick Facts

Suzuki Dzire Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.2 GA MT Base Petrol Efficiency22.7 km/l Manual ZAR 229,900
1.2 GL+ MT Mid Petrol Efficiency22.7 km/l Manual ZAR 249,900
1.2 GL+ CVT Flagship Petrol Efficiency21.7 km/l CVT ZAR 272,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.2 GA MT Base Petrol Efficiency22.7 km/l Manual ZAR 229,900
1.2 GL+ MT Mid Petrol Efficiency22.7 km/l Manual ZAR 249,900
1.2 GL+ CVT Flagship Petrol Efficiency21.7 km/l CVT ZAR 272,900
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Suzuki Dzire Specifications

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Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Introduced Year
2020
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Generation
Second generation Dzire on HEARTECT platform — same structural architecture as the fifth-generation Swift, updated with Z12E DualJet engine for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
Facelift History
Second-generation Dzire (ZD41S) introduced globally in 2017; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in SA specification for 2024 launch; minor equipment and colour updates in 2026.
Body Style
Sedan
Color Note
Arctic White Pearl, Grandeur Grey Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl, Speedy Blue
Model Year
2026
Production Status
active
Segment
Sedan
Tare Mass Kg
940 kg
Length
3995 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1525 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
145 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
378 l
Kerb Weight
940 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Z12E
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
Cylinders
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Bore
73 mm
Stroke
95.5 mm
Maximum Power
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
Maximum Torque
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Top Speed
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
13.2 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
119.1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Gear Shift Type
CVT Automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
CVT
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
CVT
Transmission Type
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque Converter with CVT Belt Drive
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
FWD
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Highway Mileage
25 km/l
City Mileage
17.8 km/l
Claimed Mileage
21.7 km/l
Real-world Mileage
21.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
37
Stability Control
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard — Front
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
AEB
Standard — Low Speed AEB
ABS EBD
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
BA
Standard
EBD
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard — Front
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard — Front
Traction Control
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Airbags
6
Fatigue Detection
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Central Locking
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Rear View Camera
Reverse Camera Type
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Front Camera
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Lights
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Interior Courtesy Lamps
9-inch touchscreen on GL+ with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, rear view camera from GL+, push-button start from GL+, six airbags on GL+ CVT, AEB and lane departure warning on GL+ CVT, manual air conditioning standard, ch
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric with Leather Trim
Interior Colours
5
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Seat Belt Warning
Standard — Front
Steering Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
5
Instrument Cluster Type
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Rear USB Ports
1 USB Type-A
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
Fabric Seats
Fabric with Leather Trim
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-way
Seat Trim
Fabric with Leather Trim
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
Seat Material
Fabric with Leather Trim
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Wireless Charger
15W Wireless Charging
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
15W Wireless Charging
Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
378 l
AC Type
Manual Air Conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual Air Conditioning
Electric Folding Mirrors
Standard
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Engine Warranty
4 Years
Fuel Consumption Combined
4.6
Heads Up Display
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Rev Matching
Not Available
Seat Type
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Standard — Front
Skid Plates
Not Available
Spare Wheel
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Stabilizer Bar
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
Tail Lamps
LED Tail Lamps
Telescopic Steering
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt Steering
Tilt Adjustable
Voice Command
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Voice Command Support
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Accelerator 0 100
13.2 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Automatic High Beam
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Front Wiper
Standard
Front Wipers Type
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual Air Conditioning
Mirror
Standard
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Standard
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Rim Size
15 Inches
Sound System
4
Source Model Column
dzire
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Standard
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Sub Frame
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Trim Level
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Digital Instrument Cluster
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen Size
9 Inches
Audio System
4
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Voice Recognition
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Head Up Display
Not Available
USB Ports
1 USB Type-A
Navigation System
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless Android Auto
Audio Speakers
4
Voice Control
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Rear Usb
1 USB Type-A
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
1 USB Type-A
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
Connected Services
Standard
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless CarPlay
Multi Information Display
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Roof Type
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector Headlights
Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Headlight Type
LED Projector Headlights
Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Rear Wiper
Standard
LED Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRL
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRL
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Auto Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Rear Fog Lights
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Led Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
Led Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Body Type
Sedan
Alloy Wheel Design
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
Standard
Fog Lights
Not Available
DRL
LED DRL
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Breakover Angle
0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
145 mm
Ground Clearance Min
145 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Wading Depth
0 mm
Departure Angle
0 deg
Approach Angle
0 deg
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
Approach Angle Deg
0 deg
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
190 mm
Front Brake Disc Diameter
236 mm
Wheel Size Type
15 Inches
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Wheels
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Wheel Material
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheel Type
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
185/65 R15
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
Wheel Diameter
15 Inches in
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Wheel Rim Size
15 Inches
Tyre Type
185/65 R15
Tyre Speed Rating
H
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Tyre Load Index
84
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Spare Tyre
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Chassis Material
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Steering Column
Tilt Adjustable
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Chassis Type
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Service Plan Duration
4 Years
Service Plan Distance
60000 km
Battery Warranty
12 Months
Approx Service Cost
Approx R1,800–R2,400 per Service
Service Plan
Not Included
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
Engine Oil Capacity
2.9 l
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Basic Warranty
5
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty Kilometers
200000 km
Warranty Years
5 years
Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
CO2 Emissions
115 g/km
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
Start Stop System
Not Available
Variable Valve Timing
Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
CO2 Emissions G Km
115
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Noise Level
67 dB
Owner Review Count
8
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
4.8 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
7.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
5.8 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
5.5 l/100km
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Price Zar
272900 ZAR
Starting Price Zar
272900
Ownership Role
Flagship
Starting Price
272900

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Make
Suzuki
Configuration Note
Petrol / Automatic
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Variant
1.2 GL+ CVT
Brand
Suzuki
Brand Slug
suzuki
Market
South Africa
Model
Dzire
OEM URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/cars/dzire
Source Name
Official OEM South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/cars/dzire
Source URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/cars/dzire
Claimed Fuel Consumption
4.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
4.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption
4.6
Fuel Efficiency
21.7 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
4.6
Average Fuel Consumption
4.6
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Driving fit

Where the Suzuki Dzire Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The result is a claimed fuel consumption figure of 4.4 litres per 100km on the manual and 4.6 on the CVT; real-world SA measurements consistently track 1.0 to 1.5 litres higher in city conditions, giving owners a realistic 5.5 to 6.5L/100km in Joburg and Cape Town peak-hour traffic. A shopper researching Dzire should separate need from showroom appeal. If a power output of 60 kW @ 5700 rpm solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
The DualJet technology fires two injectors per cylinder in an alternating sequence, improving combustion completeness at part-load — the condition that represents the majority of SA urban driving. Around town, Dzire should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a front-wheel drive drivetrain becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R249,900 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
The Dzire's body is a conventional three-box sedan — a 3,995mm long, 1,735mm wide car with a 2,450mm wheelbase. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Dzire out with the load it normally carries. A 5-Speed Manual transmission gives context, but a number cannot show how a 5-Speed Manual transmission feels on a gradient
Off-Road
The Dzire is a conventional FWD sedan with 145mm of ground clearance — appropriate for South Africa's urban and suburban road network and nothing beyond. If the Dzire will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a South African price reference of R249,900 against the stated drivetrain
4.3/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.3 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-07-30

Suzuki Dzire — Should You Buy It?

4.3/5
Exceptional running-cost sense with honest budget-car limits
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-07-30

The Dzire shows how far a carefully designed budget sedan can stretch a modest purchase price. Every current South African derivative has six airbags, stability control, ABS with electronic brake-force distribution and rear parking sensors, while electric windows and digital air conditioning are also standard. The 378-litre boot and useful rear-passenger room suit commuting, small families and e-hailing work without demanding crossover money. Its 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine is engineered around economy rather than urgency. The 60 kW and 112 Nm outputs are sufficient in normal urban use, and independent testing recorded consumption close to 5 L/100 km, but overtaking requires planning and a loaded car will work harder on Gauteng inclines. Manual and CVT choices broaden its appeal, although neither turns it into a relaxed performance car. Wind noise and basic cabin materials also reveal the price point. The GL+ is the stronger private-buyer choice because it adds cruise control, a reverse camera and a smartphone-compatible display. Suzuki's five-year/200,000 km warranty, four-year/60,000 km service plan and excellent fuel economy make the ownership proposition especially strong. The Dzire earns its rating through safety, economy and usable space, not luxury or power.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.2/5 · 20%
4.2/5
Value 4.8/5 · 20%
4.8/5
Practicality 4.2/5 · 20%
4.2/5
Ownership 4.6/5 · 15%
4.6/5
Powertrain suitability 3.6/5 · 15%
3.6/5
Comfort & technology 3.9/5 · 10%
3.9/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Dzire deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

For most private buyers, the GL+ represents better value: 15-inch steel wheels, a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay, a rear camera, keyless entry, push-button start, six airbags, and cruise control. Dzire is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a power output of 60 kW @ 5700 rpm and accept the limitation represented by a front-wheel drive drivetrain. A fair review of Dzire should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of engine of 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol, a power output of 60 kW @ 5700 rpm and a 5-Speed Manual transmission can be valuable for the right driver for Dzire. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Dzire. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Dzire

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Sedan
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R229,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 60 kW @ 5700 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: 5-Speed Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: FWD
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Dzire can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Dzire depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Dzire quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Dzire budget.
  • ✕A short Dzire test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Dzire capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Dzire grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Dzire figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Dzire stock and support terms.

Suzuki Dzire FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Suzuki Dzire run from R229,900 to R272,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 1.2 GA MT, 1.2 GL+ MT, 1.2 GL+ CVT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Suzuki Dzire is 145 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Suzuki Dzire is 1197 cc, with output shown as 60 kW (80 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the Suzuki Dzire range: 1.2 GA MT, 1.2 GL+ MT: 22.7 km/l; 1.2 GL+ CVT: 21.7 km/l.

The result is a claimed fuel consumption figure of 4.4 litres per 100km on the manual and 4.6 on the CVT; real-world SA measurements consistently track 1.0 to 1.5 litres higher in city conditions, giving owners a realistic 5.5 to 6.5L/100km in Joburg and Cape Town peak-hour traffic. A shopper...

The DualJet technology fires two injectors per cylinder in an alternating sequence, improving combustion completeness at part-load — the condition that represents the majority of SA urban driving. Around town, Dzire should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.

The Dzire's body is a conventional three-box sedan — a 3,995mm long, 1,735mm wide car with a 2,450mm wheelbase. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Dzire out with the load it normally carries.

Buyers researching the Suzuki Dzire often compare it with rivals such as KIA Pegas , Changan Alsvin , Honda Amaze , Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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