Suzuki has given its S-Presso budget car a mild update. See what’s changed and what you can expect to pay for the quirky hatchback from Suzuki.

What’s changed?

The most notable change for the S-Presso is the fitment of Suzuki’s K10C Dualjet 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder engine and while it still offers 49 kW and 89 Nm of torque, fuel efficiency is said to have improved thanks to 2 injectors per cylinder and smaller combustion chambers which improve thermal efficiency and fuel combustion. New piston cooling oil jets ensure that the engine runs at an optimal temperature.

These changes, according to Suzuki, result in better fuel economy with the manual S-Presso claiming 4.6 L/100km while the S-Presso with an Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) claims a fuel consumption figure of 4.4 L/100km. For reference, the outgoing S-Presso range carried a claimed fuel economy of 4.9 L/100km.

More than this, Stop-Start technology is now standard across the range in an effort to further reduce fuel consumption by switching off the engine when the vehicle is stationary.

Suzuki has also taken the opportunity to bump up the S-Presso’s safety credentials by fitting Electronic Stability Program (ESP) across the entire range while the S-Presso AMT gains Hill Hold Control. All S-Pressos are also fitted with 2 front airbags and ABS as standard as well as ISOFIX child seat mounts. In addition to the above, all S-Pressos feature rear park distance control sensors as well as an immobiliser and rear childproof door locks.

From a stylistic point of view, the S-Presso’s styling has been enhanced with the fitment of 14-inch alloy wheels to the S-Presso GL+ and S-Presso S-Edition derivatives. A full spare wheel is also fitted across the range. As for the base S-Presso, steel wheels with wheel covers are standard. Body-coloured bumpers nad door handles are standard across the range.

The range-topping S-Presso S-Edition gains new silver-coloured bumper inserts and silver detailing seen on the front bumper.

A total of 6 colours, including White, Granite Grey Metallic, Fire Red, Silky Silver Metallic, Starry Blue Pearl and Sizzle Orange are available to buyers.

Moving inside, the most notable change is the fitment of a larger 9-inch infotainment screen for the S-Presso S-Edition which now also comes equipped with a reverse camera. The S-Presso GL+ gains a 7-inch infotainment system and both systems are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible.

All derivatives are equipped with Bluetooth connectivity, steering-mounted controls, central locking, front electric windows, air conditioning and power steering.

How much does the Suzuki S-Presso cost in South Africa?

Prices include VAT and are accurate as of December 2022.

S-Presso 1.0 GL Manual – R162 900

S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT – R176 900

S-Presso 1.0 GL+ Manual – R169 900

S-Presso 1.0 GL+ AMT – R183 900

S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition Manual – R185 900

S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition AMT – R199 900

All S-Presso models are sold with a 2-year / 30 000 km Service Plan and 5-year / 200 000 km promotional mechanical warranty and 1-year insurance.

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