The All NEW Kizashi
The Kizashi represents an unparalleled combination of attainability and emotional appeal.
Delivering driver satisfaction, looks, and quality far higher than are usually found the Kizashi
will serve as a flagship vehicle that expands and strengthens Suzuki’s current product line of
small cars, trucks and SUVs with a sporty, more accommodating sedan.
“Kizashi” is a Japanese word meaning “a sign of great things to come”. And the new Kizashi
more than lives up to its name by embodying Suzuki’s forward-looking approach to carmaking
and simultaneously hinting at what’s still to come from one of the most innovative carmakers
in the world.
All told, the Kizashi can be seen as a great new stimulant: It stimulates new choice in the
sedan. It stimulates engaged driving. It stimulates the kind of lifestyle enjoyment that Suzuki
envisages with its “Way of Life!” philosophy. And its development has stimulated the Suzuki
DNA in a thrilling new way.
Suzuki developed it with emphasis on five key points:
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a combination of sportiness and elegance in its design
a further evolution of the European-tuned handling delivered by the Swift and SX4
smoothness and quietness befitting a vehicle in this class
superior engine performance and fuel efficiency
stability realized by a further evolution of Suzuki’s i-AWD system
Thanks to this approach, the Kizashi delivers a consistently high level of excitement to
everyone who drives it.
Exterior
Seen from the front, the Kizashi is distinguished by a wide stance (overall width: 1,820mm)
and by a three-dimensionally curved bonnet line that creates a strong visual presence and an
impression of forward motion. The headlamps complement the look of width thanks to a
design that incorporates rings shaped like diagonally sliced bamboo. And the front grille
communicates sportiness and refinement by means of a three-dimensional mesh design with
a smoked-look finish.
The Kizashi’s side view combines a long wheelbase (2,700mm) with one of the most modest
overall lengths in the class (4,650mm). Taut shoulder lines run from nose to tail over contours
whose volume gives a sense of dynamism and refinement without any need for superfluous
character lines. A bold, aggressive stance is complemented by available 18-inch aluminium
wheels. And a sense of dynamism and quality is conveyed by details that include chromeplated bezels on the turn-signal lamps, piano-black garnishes on the B-pillars, and glossy
black beltline mouldings.
Further expressions of sportiness and elegance can be seen at the rear of the Kizashi. The
rear combination lamps have a cylindrical theme that matches the look of the headlamps and
gives an impression of depth and softness. Stainless-steel exhaust covers reflect inspiration
from Suzuki’s motorcycle designs. The boot lid is both slim and rigid thanks to an advanced
joining technique known as laser brazing (a first among Suzuki cars). And a brush-strokestyle “Kizashi” emblem gives a sense of dynamism and Japanese tradition.
Interior
In the cabin, Suzuki’s expertise in compact-car space efficiency is reflected in proportions that
optimize roominess and comfort by extracting the greatest possible benefit from the extra
space afforded by the sedan dimensions. The interior design yields a contemporary, upscale
feel in line with the Kizashi’s performance characteristics.
Driving enthusiasts will appreciate the sporty, elegant instrument panel, and customers
seeking luxury will be pleased with appointments that include high-quality upholstery (either
leather or densely woven fabric created by Japanese experts) and an automatic air
conditioner with independent left/right climate control.
Performance
Power in the Kizashi comes from a 2.4-litre DOHC inline-four petrol engine that combines
potent performance (maximum output: North America 138kW/6,500rpm, Others
131kW/6,500rpm. maximum torque: 230N･m/4,000rpm) with fuel efficiency. Customers can
choose between a CVT, which further promotes fuel economy without detracting from the
driving experience, and a six-speed manual transmission that’s tuned for true driving
enthusiasts.
An exceptionally rigid steel unibody forms the basis for great handling and a smooth ride.
Straight underfloor members and comprehensively reinforced joints play an important role in
promoting torsional rigidity, and reinforced pillars contribute to rigidity above the belt line.
Engine mounts and suspension mounts are also keys to the body’s high rigidity. Reinforced
MacPherson-strut front suspension and multilink rear suspension afford crisp, nimble
handling with excellent stability and low chassis vibration. The suspension subframes
contribute to levels of quietness and ride comfort. In line with the Kizashi’s position as
Suzuki’s flagship model, NVH levels are uncommonly low thanks not only to superior body
rigidity and suspension efficiency but also to sound-insulating and -absorbing materials.
The Kizashi’s performance and handling reflect the benefits of testing and tuning conducted
in diverse conditions around the world: Engineers put the Kizashi through cold-weather trials
in Minnesota and hot-weather trials in Death Valley. They honed the car’s handling on
challenging country roads in the United Kingdom and on autobahns and the Nürburgring in
Germany.
Safety
Standard active-safety equipment includes an anti-lock braking system, electronic brakingforce distribution, and an ESP®* with traction control that heightens driver confidence by
promoting stability during cornering manoeuvres, acceleration, and emergency manoeuvres
and on slippery roads. Bumper-integrated parking sensors are also standard equipments on
the SDLX/Sport grade Kizashi.
The Kizashi’s has a light, energy-absorbing body in which structures that absorb and disperse
impact energy are combined with a deformation-resisting cabin. The front seats have threepoint seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters. And further protection is afforded by
extensive airbags (six to eight depending on market).
Technical Spec
Model name
Body Type
Kizashi
Sedan
Petrol
Engine
2.4L VVT
Drive system
2WD
4WD
Number of doors
4
DIMENSIONS
Overall length
mm
4,650
Overall width
mm
1,820
Overall height
mm
1,480
Wheelbase
mm
2,700
Front
mm
1,565
Tread
Rear
mm
1,575
Minimum turning radius*
m
5.5
Minimum ground clearance
mm
145
CAPACITIES
Seating capacity
persons
5
Fuel tank capacity
litres
63
ENGINE
Type
J24B
Maximum output
kW/rpm
131/6,500**
Maximum torque
N・m/rpm 230/4,000
Fuel distribution
Multipoint injection
TRANSMISSION
Type
6MT
CVT
CVT
CHASSIS
Front
Ventilated disc
Brakes
Rear
Solid Disc
Front
MacPherson strut
Suspension
Rear
Multi link
Tyres
215/60R16,215/55R17,235/45R18
WEIGHT
Kerb weight(min./with full options) kg
1,445/1,490 1,485/1,530 1,555/1,600
Gross vehicle weight
kg
2,000
2,000
2,030
Specifications may vary for individual markets.
*: manufacturer data