There’s a new Suzuki hatchback coming your way
Are you searching for a new, funky and affordable hatch? Then check out the all-new Suzuki Splash.
Suzuki has added another affordable hatchback to the line-up for South Africans to choose from. The Suzuki Splash joins an already extensive range of Suzuki passenger cars.
Suzuki hopes the upcoming Splash will appeal to a wide range of buyers – from singles and young families to ”empty nesters” as the car offers a compact footprint, a tall roofline, a comparatively long wheelbase and short overhangs which create a surprisingly spacious and practical interior.
For the South African market, the Suzuki Splash is powered by the 1,2-litre engine also fitted to entry-level Swift hatchback models. A five-speed manual gearbox is standard, but a four-speed automatic transmission is available as an option for those who prefer an automatic car. The five-speed manual model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12,3 seconds, with a top speed of 160 km/h.
In line with Suzuki’s reputation for exceptional value, the Splash boasts a useful array of standard features. Even the affordable GA derivative features dual airbags and ABS brakes, while the GL version includes additional comfort and convenience items.
The new Suzuki Splash may be affordable and small, but the car boasts a wide array of safety features for its class. All models are fitted with dual front airbags as standard, together with side impact protection beams in the doors, and inertia reel seatbelts for both the front and the two outer rear seating positions. The centre rear seating position is equipped with a lap belt, while the front seat belts have pre-tensioners and load limiters.
Also standard across all Splash models is ABS anti-lock braking for the front disc/rear drum brake system. Child locks are provided for the rear doors, and central locking is standard, with keyless entry offered on GL models.
The Suzuki Splash is sold with a three-year/100 000 km warranty, and a two-year/30 000 km service plan. Scheduled services are at 15 000 km intervals.