Hatchback Petrol Automatic 5-seat

Suzuki S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT

Price in Kimberley, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current market generation Current version 2026 Body style Hatchback
S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.
ZAR 192,900
On-road in
ZAR 202,389
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 192,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,300
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 850
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,200
Insurance
ZAR 1,640
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 192,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 3,409/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:998cc (1.0L) Torque:89Nm (66 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:0mm Power:49kW (66 bhp) Total Driving Range:700km Boot239L (8.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 18.2 km/l (43 mpg)
City 16.0 km/l (38 mpg)
Highway 19.0 km/l (45 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 S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT 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 3,409
Total Interest
ZAR 49,531
Total Payable
ZAR 204,531
Principal Interest

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

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Suzuki S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT

S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.

The five-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) fitted here is not a conventional torque-converter automatic — it is a robotised manual gearbox that uses actuators to operate the clutch and shift gears automatically. The distinction matters: AMT units are mechanically simpler and cheaper to manufacture than dual-clutch or torque-converter automatics, which is why they can exist in a sub-R240,000 car. Running costs are essentially identical to the MT: the same K10C engine, same 35L tank, same ~21 km/L economy in city conditions. Insurance premiums for the AMT sit slightly above the MT owing to the higher list price, but the gap is narrow. GL+ AMT added to the S-Presso range at 2022 update; reverse camera added to GL+ in 2023. GL+ AMT adds reverse camera, keyless entry, and clutch-free operation to the GL MT baseline for a modest premium — the preferred variant for high-frequency city drivers. Front-wheel drive variants suit metropolitan buyers. For a buyer searching the S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. The S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between an active listing, a South African price reference of R192,900 and engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol. For this South African hatchback, the owner should weigh the First generation S-Presso; HEARTECT platform shared with Celerio generation against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. The base trim describes the opportunity; an active listing and a South African price reference of R192,900 describe the conditions around it for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT. The S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT has a clearer South African buying case when its hatchback shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a hatchback body and Petrol power; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT. For daily transport, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT

Suzuki S-Presso — Quick Facts

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0 GL MT Base Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l Manual ZAR 178,900
1.0 GL AMT Base Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l Automatic ZAR 192,900
1.0 GL+ MT Mid Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 189,900
1.0 GL+ AMT Mid Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 203,900
1.0 GL+ MT S-Edition Top Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 205,900
1.0 GL+ AMT S-Edition Top Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 219,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0 GL MT Base Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l Manual ZAR 178,900
1.0 GL AMT Base Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l Automatic ZAR 192,900
1.0 GL+ MT Mid Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 189,900
1.0 GL+ AMT Mid Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 203,900
1.0 GL+ MT S-Edition Top Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 205,900
1.0 GL+ AMT S-Edition Top Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency18.2 km/l 5-Speed AMT ZAR 219,900
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Suzuki S-Presso Specifications

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Where the Suzuki S-Presso Fits Best

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Who buys this

In practice, the AMT character is something first-time owners should understand before purchase. S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with Petrol power

City
The S-Presso GL+ AMT addresses the only significant comfort shortcoming of the GL MT: clutch fatigue in heavy stop-start traffic. Drive the S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic
Highway
The 1.0 GL+ AMT is easiest to recommend when it solves a real ownership problem: lower monthly cost, easier commuting, stronger long-distance comfort, better load ability or more confidence on poor surfaces. Run S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT 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 Automatic transmission, Petrol power and the base trim is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
For S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT, the sensible check is the exact front-wheel drive arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT 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 S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT. Check a AMT transmission against the stated drivetrain for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT. 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 S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT

Suzuki S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT — Should You Buy It?

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S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The GL+ trim adds tangible real-world upgrades over the base GL: a reverse parking camera (the single most requested addition by S-Presso GL MT owners), keyless entry, and a slightly more detailed instrument cluster. The buying case for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is specific. A hatchback body gives it a reason to be considered, while Petrol power and a Automatic transmission set the boundaries

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Hatchback
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic
  • ✓Trim: base
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R192,900
  • ✓Engine: 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 49 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Gearbox: AMT
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT budget.
  • ✕A short S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT stock and support terms.

Suzuki S-Presso FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Suzuki S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is R192,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 1.0 GL MT, 1.0 GL AMT, 1.0 GL+ MT, 1.0 GL+ AMT, 1.0 GL+ MT S-Edition, 1.0 GL+ AMT S-Edition. 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 S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is 0 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 S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is 998 cc, with output shown as 49 kW (66 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.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Suzuki S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT is around 18.2 km/l.

In practice, the AMT character is something first-time owners should understand before purchase. S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with Petrol power

The S-Presso GL+ AMT addresses the only significant comfort shortcoming of the GL MT: clutch fatigue in heavy stop-start traffic. Drive the S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic

The 1.0 GL+ AMT is easiest to recommend when it solves a real ownership problem: lower monthly cost, easier commuting, stronger long-distance comfort, better load ability or more confidence on poor surfaces. Run S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and...

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