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2022 Suzuki Baleno - GL
1.4L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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Overview
Variant
GL
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.4 L
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.1 / 100 km
Power and torque
66kW / 130Nm
725km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 118
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 73.0
Engine (cc): 1373
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: K14c-Ditc
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 82.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Dual Injector
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.8
Main Capacity (L): 37
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 9.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 725
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 450
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 19.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 55
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 22.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 64
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 53
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 37
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 90
Maximum Power (kW): 66
Maximum Torque (Nm): 130
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.1
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: Mt52
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.0
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Heartect
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 26.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 756
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 355
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9800
Front Track (in): 60.2
Front Track (mm): 1530
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 120
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.2
Overall Height (in): 57.9
Overall Height (mm): 1470
Overall Length (in): 157.3
Overall Length (mm): 3995
Overall Width (in): 68.7
Overall Width (mm): 1745
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1530
Wheelbase (in): 99.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2520
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1405
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3098
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 895
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1973
Tare Weight (kg): 875
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.0
Front Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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