Suzuki S-Cross turbo 2024 review: Plus FWD | New base-spec model expands Kia Seltos rival's range
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- Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
- The 2024 Suzuki S-Cross small SUV is now a lot more affordable thanks to the release of two new front-wheel drive (FWD) variants, which are looking to expand its appeal in a highly competitive segment, which sees the Kia Seltos, among others, in its crosshairs.
The 'third-generation' model has been available in Australia since September 2022, but it's worth noting it's really a heavy facelift of the second-gen version, which is more than a decade old. Either way, the S-Cross is exclusively powered by a 103kW/220Nm 1.4-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine.
In this expert review, CarsGuide Contributing Journalist Byron Mathioudakis gets up close and personal with the most expensive of the two new FWD variants, which is known as Plus. So, the question is, should you spend the $2500 extra to get all-wheel drive (AWD) instead? Or get a different small SUV altogether?
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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
01:10 Pricing and features
02:59 Design
03:48 Practicality
08:16 Under the bonnet
09:25 Efficiency
10:13 Safety
10:40 Ownership
11:02 Driving
14:23 Verdict
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Viewing from Ireland here. I have an all wheel drive one of these in red, and I am absolutely delighted with it. Mine has the panoramic roof. I drove it around France on holiday last year and it was fantastic. I highly recommend the S-Cross. In Ireland, it's priced below comparable cars from other manufacturers.
Personally, I really like this as a proposition. Suzuki may not offer the latest tech and flashy features, but the depth of engineering and fun (for me) outweighs this. Suzuki makes drivers cars that will last the test of time. I'll trade the smartphone charging pad for something that's lightweight and chuckable through corners any day :)
Lots of useful information. Well presented. I think this is a good review.
Just bought a 2023 S-Cross Plus for $36k drive away for a Demo with 7,000km on the clock. I think I got a lot for the money - Absolutely awesome vehicle. We owned a Vitara turbo for the past 6 years that was fast, faultless and very economical on fuel, so a nobrainer to get another Suzuki with the same motor and torque converter auto and paddle shifts. 9" screen, 360degree cameras, heated seats, dual climate, and significantly more space were the big improvements for us. Great that it still has 17" tyres and in the back you can actually fit a full size spare under the floor. Like the Vitara, it was built in Hungary.
Suzuki Splash was imported in limited amount to South Africa we had Kizashi replaced by Ciaz we had Altos & SX4 in South Africa SA cant receive Invicto & S-Cross .
just great, good engine and without the cursed cv transmission. 4wd system is great. I wonder if a lift kit can be fitted?
The previous gen was about 30k drive away yet they sold bugger all now at 40k that explains why I haven't seen any summary way over priced
I’ve seen more of these then the previous gen
Australia & New Zealand still have Vitara & Vitara Brezza wow is Nissan Qashqai called Dualis down under ?
Personally i think the price is fair, considering the S Cross does come base with 4wd while the competition doesnt. The problem i think with Suzuki is that unless you've previously owned one then you don't really understand how good they are. Sure, the competition might look and feel nicer, but they'll fall apart well before the Suzuki.
Suzuki should come up with a proper sunshade to cover the panoramic roof. Especially one that suits Australian summer !
dont know about this, but lt looks so plasticky cheap in the interior, the exterior is quite decent. imho, it shouldnt be starting at 40k
Bought a 2023 demo model last month for $36K + gvt charges with 3 year free servicing (2wd glx suv plus).
40k + seems bit too much
Happy with it ?
Yes, no complains so far..
It is easy to drive and offers decent comfort. Good enough saftey features including 360 degree view ,practical choice for everyday driving, but don't expect luxury amenities.
I think price point is the key, question is can we get all the key features/technology available in 2024, under 40K, from a reliable brand?
the Scross is a fantastic car I wouldnt mind owning,its practical(the boot is the best for vehicles of the same size and its door bins can fit my wide bottle)great to drive and fuel effecient. however when you compare it pricewise with its rivals the only one that completly embarrases it price per spec is the Haval Jolion which isnt as practical(that boot is on par in the real world with a hatchback as its so short). suzuki Australia didnt do themselves any favors on the pricing but thats due to the 1.4L boosterjet engine being so damn expensive. they should have brought the grand vitara which is much cheaper a little less practical in the boot but very economical to run and is much cheaper than this,but I suspect thats the case because they figured that the average Aussie has 40k as loose change.
in 2025 the LX7 should replace Ertiga the Ertiga should get discontinued in all models .
The interior looks like that of a car in the $23,000-$27,000 range. It’s 2024 and this is what Suzuki is offering…boring!
Whats car are even in that range now though? MGs etc? I agree 40k is wild though haha
Looks like rubbish value to me as well as boring and old. The T-Roc Citylife has more kit, a bigger boot and is $37,990 drive away.
The car aside, what a boring and dull review 😮
This shows why suzuki is largely irrelevant in Australia. 40k and boring.
The climate control looks like an old tape deck and interior is drab. Sure it has some good points, like the engine, but its not worth 40k.
Would be half the cost in many other markets
@@daweigo6851youre wrong about that,its cheaper in its home market of Europe,plus this car is too expensive outside developed markets. i know a latin American dealer that brought in a few units to test the waters,they sold the handful they brought in but they were just too expensive for the market. they replaced the S Cross with the Jolion in their lineup and they are selling them hand over fist as they were cheaper to import and the spec for the price was more palatable to people.