Hatchback Petrol 5-Speed AMT FWD 5-seat

Suzuki Ignis

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

Model year 2026 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. Current version 2024 Body style Hatchback
Ignis is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.
ZAR 293,900
On-road in
ZAR 304,248
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 293,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,300
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 850
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,200
Insurance
ZAR 2,498
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 293,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 4,179/month Based on 1.2 GL MT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1197cc (1.2L) Torque:113Nm (83 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:180mm (7.1″) Power:61kW (82 bhp) Boot260L (9.2 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 18.9 km/l (44 mpg)
City 15.2 km/l (36 mpg)
Highway 21.7 km/l (51 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 Ignis 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 4,179
Total Interest
ZAR 60,716
Total Payable
ZAR 250,716
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 GL 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 Ignis

Ignis is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.

The Suzuki Ignis is classified and sold as a passenger car in South Africa, but its design intention is explicitly crossover: a tall, narrow body built on a compact 3,700mm footprint with 180mm of ground clearance, wide plastic wheel arch cladding, and a posture that sits meaningfully higher than any conventional hatchback at this price. The Ignis occupies the segment between a city hatchback and an entry SUV — a category that does not officially exist but that buyers increasingly seek when they want more road presence and practicality than a Polo Vivo or Swift can offer, without the fuel cost and purchase price of a Fronx or Venue. The engine is the 1.2-litre K12M four-cylinder producing 61kW at 6,000rpm and 113Nm at 4,200rpm. This is an older engine code than the Z12E DualJet in the Swift and Dzire — single injector per cylinder, conventional MPFI — but it is a well-proven, robust unit with extensive SA service history. The K12M produces its torque at 4,200rpm, requiring the driver to work the engine slightly more than the DualJet units in the Swift, but the Ignis's light 850 to 860kg kerb weight compensates effectively — the car feels lively and eager in city conditions despite the modest outputs. Four variants are available: GL MT (R237,900), GL AMT (R258,900), GLX MT (R269,900), and GLX AMT (R293,900). The AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) in the Ignis uses an electronic clutch actuator to automate a conventional 5-speed manual gearbox — this is different from a CVT or a torque-converter automatic. At R293,900 for the fully equipped GLX AMT, the Ignis offers a feature list that competes with products priced R50,000 higher in rival brands. The Ignis's interior is compact — 260 litres of boot volume is less than most competitors, and the rear seat is genuinely tight for adults taller than 165cm. For a buyer searching the Ignis price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A South African price reference of R237,900 describes the opportunity; engine of 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 61 kW @ 6000 rpm describe the conditions around it for Ignis. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for Ignis

Suzuki Ignis — Quick Facts

Suzuki Ignis Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.2 GL MT Base Petrol Efficiency19.6 km/l Manual ZAR 237,900
1.2 GL AMT Mid Petrol Efficiency18.9 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 258,900
1.2 GLX MT Top Petrol Efficiency19.6 km/l Manual ZAR 269,900
1.2 GLX AMT Flagship Petrol Efficiency18.9 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 293,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.2 GL MT Base Petrol Efficiency19.6 km/l Manual ZAR 237,900
1.2 GL AMT Mid Petrol Efficiency18.9 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 258,900
1.2 GLX MT Top Petrol Efficiency19.6 km/l Manual ZAR 269,900
1.2 GLX AMT Flagship Petrol Efficiency18.9 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 293,900
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Suzuki Ignis Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2017
Body Style
Hatchback
Facelift Launched Since
2024
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
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.
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.
Segment
Hatchback
Production Status
active
Tare Mass Kg
855 kg
Color Note
Silky Silver Metallic, Granite Grey Metallic, Pearl Snow White, Burning Red Pearl, Sphere Blue Metallic, Speedy Blue
Model Year
2026
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Length
3700 mm
Width
1690 mm
Height
1595 mm
Wheelbase
2435 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
Boot/Cargo Space
260 l
Kerb Weight
855 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
5 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
K12M
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Bore
73 mm
Stroke
71.5 mm
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
113 Nm @ 4200 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
5-Speed AMT
Top Speed
152 km/h
0-100 km/h
14.0 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
71.3 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
132.2 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
Transmission Type
Automatic
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
Gearbox
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
FWD
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Low Range
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Transmission Speeds
5
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Single Dry Plate with Electronic Clutch Actuator
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
Highway Mileage
21.7 km/l
City Mileage
15.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
18.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
32
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
18.9 km/l
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Central Locking
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard — Front
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
AEB
Standard — Low Speed AEB
BA
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Fatigue Detection
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard — Front
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard — Front
Side Airbags
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
TCS
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Auto Lights
Standard
Reversing Camera
Rear View Camera
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Standard
Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Front Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Reverse Camera Type
Rear View Camera
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
Instrument Cluster Type
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
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
Seat Material
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
Interior Colours
6
Interior Colour Options
6
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-way
Seat Trim
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Rear USB Ports
2 USB
Seat Belt Warning
Standard — Front
Fabric Seats
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Steering Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Rim Size
15 Inches
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Rear LED Combination Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Passive Entry Start
Standard
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Wireless Charging
15W Wireless Charging
AC Type
Manual Air Conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charger
15W Wireless Charging
Mirror
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Front Wiper
Standard
Power Windows
Standard
Manual Aircon
Manual Air Conditioning
Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Climate Zones
Manual Air Conditioning
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Front Wipers Type
Standard
Electric Folding Mirrors
Standard
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Engine Warranty
4 Years
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.3
Heads Up Display
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Seat Type
Premium Fabric with Contrast Stitching
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Standard — Front
Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Standard
Difflock
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
Sports Bar
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Trim Level
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Source Model Column
ignis
Sound System
4
Vdc
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
260 l
Skid Plates
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Voice Command
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Voice Command Support
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Diff Lock
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Digital Speedometer
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Accelerator 0 100
14.0 sec
Rear Usb
2 USB
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2 USB
Head Up Display
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless Android Auto
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
9 Inches
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
Voice Recognition
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Navigation System
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Audio Speakers
4
Audio System
4
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless CarPlay
Multi Information Display
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Digital Instrument Cluster
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Connected Services
Standard
Voice Control
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
USB Ports
2 USB
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Fog Lights
Standard
LED Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRL
Fog Lamps
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Body Cladding
Black Plastic Wheel Arch Cladding
Exterior Colour Options
6
Roof Type
Not Available
Rear Wiper
Standard
Body Type
Hatchback
DRL
LED DRL
Front Fog Lights
Standard LED
Led Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Led Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
Rear Fog Lights
Standard
Auto Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRL
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
6
Exterior Mirror Electric
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector Headlights
Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Headlight Type
LED Projector Headlights
Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
0 deg
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
0 deg
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
Approach Angle
0 deg
Breakover Angle
0 deg
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Ground Clearance Min
180 mm
Ground Clearance Max
180 mm
Departure Angle
0 deg
Wading Depth
0 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
Wheel Material
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Wheel Size Type
15 Inches
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Wheel Diameter
15 Inches in
Tyre Type
175/65 R15
Spare Tyre
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Wheels
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheel Rim Size
15 Inches
Tyre Speed Rating
H
Tyre Load Index
84
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
180 mm
Front Brake Disc Diameter
228 mm
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Wheel Type
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
175/65 R15
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
Tilt Adjustable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Gas Dampers
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
Service Plan Duration
4 Years
Service Plan Distance
60000 km
Engine Oil Capacity
3.3 l
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
Battery Warranty
12 Months
Approx Service Cost
Approx R1,800–R2,200 per Service
Service Plan
Not Included
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
Warranty Years
5 years
Warranty Kilometers
200000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
5
Basic Warranty
5
Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
Variable Valve Timing
VVT on Intake Camshaft
Noise Level
68 dB
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Start Stop System
Not Available
CO2 Emissions
120 g/km
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
CO2 Emissions G Km
120
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
5.0 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
7.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
6.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count
5
Real-world City Mileage Min
6.0 l/100km
Ownership Role
Flagship
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Price Zar
293900 ZAR
Starting Price Zar
293900
Starting Price
293900

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Brand Slug
suzuki
Brand
Suzuki
Make
Suzuki
Source Name
Official OEM South Africa
Variant
1.2 GLX AMT
Source Page URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/cars/ignis
Source URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/cars/ignis
Country
South Africa
Configuration Note
Petrol / Automatic
Market
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
OEM URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/cars/ignis
Model
Ignis
Average Fuel Consumption
5.3
Combined Consumption
5.3
Fuel Efficiency
18.9 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
5.3 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
5.3
Claimed Fuel Consumption
5.3 l/100km
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Driving fit

Where the Suzuki Ignis Fits Best

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

Who buys this

Ignis makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 5-Speed Manual transmission. A shopper researching Ignis should separate need from showroom appeal. If a South African price reference of R237,900 solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration for Ignis. If it appears only on an occasional trip, a less expensive derivative may leave more room for running costs for Ignis. Test the space with the actual child seats, bags, tools or stock, and confirm the equipment that belongs to the exact South African version for Ignis

City
Drive the Ignis through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A front-wheel drive drivetrain matters when the cabin or load is full, and a South African price reference of R258,900 can change the cost of repeated short trips. Around town, Ignis should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. Try the exact derivative with its normal occupants or equipment for Ignis. Look for easy entry, usable storage, predictable braking and a calm response at walking pace for Ignis. The relevance of a 5-Speed Manual transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading for Ignis
Highway
Run Ignis at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a front-wheel drive drivetrain, a front-wheel drive drivetrain and a South African price reference of R258,900 is more informative than maximum speed. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Ignis out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for Ignis. Engine of 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol gives context, but a number cannot show how a power output of 61 kW @ 6000 rpm feels on a gradient for Ignis. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for Ignis
Off-Road
For Ignis, the sensible check is the exact fwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the Ignis will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for Ignis. Check a front-wheel drive drivetrain against the stated drivetrain for Ignis. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for Ignis

Suzuki Ignis — Should You Buy It?

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

For SA buyers who live on the outskirts of Pretoria, Pietermaritzburg, or any secondary city where the road transitions from tar to gravel without warning, the Ignis is the only car at this price that absorbs that transition without reservation. The buying case for Ignis is specific. A 5-Speed Manual transmission gives it a reason to be considered, while a 5-Speed Manual transmission and a front-wheel drive drivetrain set the boundaries. Ignis is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a South African price reference of R237,900 and accept the limitation represented by a 5-Speed Manual transmission. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for Ignis. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for Ignis

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Hatchback
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R237,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 61 kW @ 6000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: 5-Speed Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: FWD
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Ignis can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Ignis depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Ignis quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Ignis budget.
  • ✕A short Ignis test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Ignis capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Ignis grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Ignis figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Ignis stock and support terms.

Suzuki Ignis FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Suzuki Ignis run from R237,900 to R293,900, 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 GL MT, 1.2 GL AMT, 1.2 GLX MT, 1.2 GLX AMT. 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 Ignis is 180 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 Ignis is 1197 cc, with output shown as 61 kW (82 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 Ignis range: 1.2 GL MT, 1.2 GLX MT: 19.6 km/l; 1.2 GL AMT, 1.2 GLX AMT: 18.9 km/l.

Ignis makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 5-Speed Manual transmission. A shopper researching Ignis should separate need from showroom appeal.

Drive the Ignis through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A front-wheel drive drivetrain matters when the cabin or load is full, and a South African price reference of R258,900 can change the cost of repeated short trips.

Run Ignis at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a front-wheel drive drivetrain, a front-wheel drive drivetrain and a South African price reference of R258,900 is more informative than...

Buyers researching the Suzuki Ignis often compare it with rivals such as KIA Picanto , Toyota Starlet , Hyundai Grand i10 , Toyota Vitz , Renault Kwid Limited Edition . 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.

Compare Suzuki Ignis with Similar Hatchbacks

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Data verified against: Suzuki Official South Africa Website

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