A welcome distinction
Kizashi – a Japanese word – translates as a sign
of great things to come, a sign that distinct
change is close. The Kizashi is all about changing
the perception of what a sedan should be and
superseding the norm with exceptional style.
The soul of sport in the style of a sedan
The Kizashi has all the great looks of a luxury sport sedan – an aerodynamic body with strong,
clean lines, a three-dimensional grille design and silver finished headlamps. All of its curves and
design touches add to the power and grace with which it moves. Precisely created with cutting-edge
technology, the Kizashi heightens expectations and then surpasses them.
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1. Front grille: Sportiness and refinement meet in the deep,
three-dimensional mesh design and smoked-look finish of the
front grille.
2. Exhaust covers: The Kizashi’s distinctive stainless-steel exhaust
covers were inspired by Suzuki’s world-beating sportbike designs.
3. Headlamps: In the headlamps, the connected rings with a silver
finish were inspired by jewellery; the lenses and other elements
create beautifully contrasting visual textures.
4. Wheels: Even when the Kizashi is stationary, its sporty 18-inch
aluminium-alloy wheels communicate dynamism and class.
Enter distinction. Welcome to luxury.
The exterior of the Kizashi should tip you off to the comfort inside.
With extraordinary technology and elegant design, the Kizashi sedan
distinguishes itself from others in its class, while staying true to the
values of Japanese design and functionality.
Experience total focus.
From the moment you settle into the Kizashi’s 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, you’ll feel
one with distinction. At a glance, you’ll notice the sporty instrumentation and the minimalistic design.
The switches and controls are all positioned exactly where you’d intuitively expect to find them.
Every colour, every texture, every design choice you’ll see is subdued, refined, distinctive.
The instrument panels boast symmetry in design, and the beautifully crafted satin finish on
the shift lever, and other smaller details, are what make the car so inspiring. Its simplicity allows
you to focus on the road, to enjoy the drive.
1. Meters and controls: Sporty instrumentation is centred on two
cylindrically-shaped, backlit meters whose position helps you keep your
eyes on the road. Steering-wheel-mounted controls for the audio and other
systems also help you enjoy the drive without taking your eyes off the road.
They include sports-car-style shift paddles for the continuously variable
transmission (CVT).
2. Keyless push start system: Kizashi driving exhilaration begins with the
push of a racing-car-style engine-start button.
3. Driver’s seat: The 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat has a memory
function that instantly restores your favourite position when someone else
has driven the Kizashi.
4. Shift lever: Whether you choose a CVT or six-speed manual transmission,
the shift lever is designed for a sporty and luxurious look and feel.
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Continuously
variable
transmission
(CVT)
4
Six speed manual
transmission
4
At one with comfort
Enter the Kizashi, close the door and
sink into luxury. The cabin features
smart design and ergonomics that
encompass every detail from the
upholstery to the dual climate control.
Inside the Kizashi, you can envelop
yourself in comfort and forget the
world outside until you’re ready to
conquer it.
Audio system: The high-end audio system delivers
aural enjoyment through 8 speakers.
Speaker layout
Front midbass speakers
Front tweeters
Front centre speakers
Subwoofer
Rear coaxial speakers
To maximize the performance of the subwoofer, the partition panel is reinforced such that
its rigidity suppresses unwanted vibration.
The luxury of smart design
The Kizashi’s peaceful cabin is the result of a design that suppresses outside noise from all directions.
You’ll appreciate the stillness and harmony all the more once you turn on the premium audio system.
In nearly every way imaginable, the Kizashi meets your wish for comfort. The upholstery is made of full leather
facings with synthetic backs that reflect traditional Japanese expertise in textiles. And the automatic climate
control is so advanced, it even takes the direction of sunlight into account when adjusting the temperature.
Climate control: The automatic climate
control adds comfort for everyone.
It even lets the driver and front
passenger choose different temperatures.
Audio controls: An audio control
panel with soft-touch buttons in a
simple layout complements your
listening pleasure.
Storage: The centre-lower box in the
instrument panel contains a USB port and
a power socket, making it an ideal spot
for an iPod®*1.
Room for things large and small
On the road, you needn’t want for anything because well-crafted storage spaces such as an overhead console
tray are close at hand. The boot has an ample 461 litres of space, which you can easily use for diverse purposes
thanks to a split rear seatback that can be folded down to expand the luggage space into the cabin.
Boot: The boot is big enough for four golf bags*2 or one large and two medium-size suitcases*3.
A boot-through opening in the rear seat lets you stow long items of luggage without folding the rear seat back.
*1 iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. *2 Two 229mm and two 240mm bags. *3 Large: 700 x 480 x 270 mm. Medium: 560 x 450 x 250 mm.
New distinctive style. Same superb quality.
There’s a distinct difference in the Kizashi that separates it from others in its
class, but it stays true to the same excellent Suzuki styling that has taken
South Africa by storm. The same handling of other Suzuki cars is matched with
a large boot and sleek body to create a car that epitomises beauty and function.
It is a car like no other that takes the best of Suzuki and pairs it with the best
in distinction.
A welcome journey
With you at the helm, the Kizashi goes from beautiful artwork to powerful companion, ready to take you anywhere.
Experience a soaring sense of freedom as you manoeuvre down the twists and turns of city roads. Absorb the stares of
appreciation as you take the car to your favourite places. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) makes driving easy
by constantly adjusting its operation to suit driving conditions. If you prefer, you can even choose a sport-tuned six-speed
transmission. Need to negotiate a steep uphill? Hill hold control, only available on CVT, makes it possible.
Technology for starting your senses
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220
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200
180
60
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1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000
Engine Speed (rpm)
Maximum output
131/6,500 kW/rpm*
Maximum torque
230/4,000 N·m/rpm
Engine: Cutting-edge refinements in the 2.4-litre engine mean the Kizashi
offers powerful performance together with fuel economy.
Suspension: A highly rigid and light suspension system gives great handling.
It has subframes with floating structures to ensure that the ride is also
smooth and quiet.
Cradle-type
subframe
Transmission: The continuously variable transmission (CVT)
makes driving easy by constantly adjusting its operation to suit
driving conditions. If you prefer, you can choose a sport-tuned
six-speed manual transmission.
Subframe
Multi-link rear suspension
MacPherson-strut front suspension
Honed on roads around the world: The Kizashi’s performance and handling
reflect the benefits of testing and tuning conducted in diverse conditions
around the world. For instance, Suzuki put the Kizashi through cold- and
hot-weather trials in the United States and honed its handling and braking
performance on autobahns, race circuits, and challenging country roads
around Europe.
* The maximum engine speed of the CVT is limited to 6,000rpm to protect the CVT system.
160
Torque (N•m)
120
Output (kW)
The Kizashi’s confidence-inspiring performance
comes via state-of-the-art technologies.
A 2.4-litre engine developed especially for
the Kizashi combines powerful performance
with exceptional quietness and fuel economy.
There’s the choice of a six-speed manual
transmission or a continuously variable
transmission (CVT) that shifts automatically
for great performance and fuel economy.
And the suspension is designed to give a ride
that balances sportiness with refinement.
Engine performance curves
Accident prevention –
your first line of defence
With Suzuki technology you know you can
trust, peace of mind will be your constant
companion. Precise handling and ESP
(Electronic Stability Programme) give you
the control you need to prevent accidents
wherever possible. The light body of the Kizashi
means that when you brake, your Kizashi won’t
overshoot the mark, while six airbags and
seatbelt pre-tensioners take care of you
and your family in the event of a collision.
Need a parking guide? The Kizashi’s front and
rear parking sensors alert you when you’re too
close to an obstacle, before it’s too late.
ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)*1:
To maximise the driver’s control and make driving
safer in various conditions, an ESP® helps to
prevent wheelspin and skids by applying control
to the engine and brakes when necessary.
Parking sensor system*2: To help you park,
ultrasound sensors monitor the space behind
and in front of the Kizashi and sound a beeper to
warn you of any nearby obstruction. The length of
the intervals between beeps shows the distance
to the obstruction.
Beep
Beep
Information
display
Engine
torque
reduced
Braking force
Without
ESP®
Braking force
With ESP®
Without ESP®
Front wheel-slip
Rear wheel-slip
SRS Airbags*3: Extensive
protection in the cabin
includes two front airbags,
a side airbag in each front
seat, and left and right
curtain airbags.
Body: The Kizashi’s body is light and strong
thanks to extensive use of high-tensile steel.
It combines structures that absorb and disperse
impact energy with a deformation-resisting cabin
structure. New advances over earlier bodies
include greater underfloor strength for resistance
to impact forces from all directions.
* ESP is a registered trademark of Daimler AG. The ESP™ is designed to help keep the Kizashi under control. However, its effectiveness depends on the driving conditions and the road surface.
If the tyres exceed their grip limit and the wheels start to spin or skid, it may not be fully effective.
A car as distinctive as you are
The Suzuki Kizashi is distinctive in its segment. It is
distinctive in style. It is distinctive in function. It takes a
distinctive type of driver to control it. Kizashi is the car that
suits those who live outside the confinements of what is
expected, who go beyond the boundaries of normal and look
to distinguish themselves wherever they are.
Suzuki Kizashi Specifications
2.4L VVT 6MT
2.4L VVT CVT
Drive system
2WD
2WD
Transmission
6MT
CVT
Type
J24B
J24B
Number of cylinders
4
4
Number of valves
16
16
Engine
Piston displacement
cm3
2 393
2 393
Bore x stroke
mm
92.0 x 90.0
92.0 x 90.0
10.0
10.0
Compression ratio
Maximum output
kW/rpm
131/6,500*
131/6,500*
Maximum torque
Nm/rpm
230/4,000
230/4,000
Fuel distrubution
Multipoint injection
Multipoint injection
C02 emissions
186
187
Dimensions
Overall length
mm
4 650
4 650
Overall width
mm
1 820
1 820
Overall height
mm
1 480
1 480
Wheelbase
mm
2 700
2 700
Front
mm
1 565
1 565
Rear
mm
1 565
1 565
m
5,5
5,5
mm
145
145
Tread
Minimum turning radius
Minimum ground clearance
Capacities
Seating capacity
Luggage capacity
persons
Rear seatback raised (VDA method)
Fuel tank capacity
5
5
litres
461
461
litres
63
63
Transmission
Type
Gear ratio
6MT
CVT
1st
3,615
2.349-0.394
2nd
2,047
2.349-0.394
3rd
1,379
2.349-0.394
4th
1,029
2.349-0.394
5th
0,837
2.349-0.394
6th
0,707
2.349-0.394
Reverse
3,481
1,750
4,117
5,798
Final gear ratio
* The maximum engine speed of the CVT is limited to 6000rpm to protect the CVT system.
Chassis
2.4L VVT 6MT
2.4L VVT CVT
Rack and pinion
Rack and pinion
Front
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear
Solid disc
Solid disc
Front
MacPherson strut
MacPherson strut
Rear
Multi link
Multi link
235/45R18
235/45R18
Steering
Brakes
Suspension
Tyres
Weights
Kerb weight
kg
1,490
1,530
Gross vehicle weight
kg
2 000
2 000
km/h
215
205
sec.
7,8
8,8
Performance
Maximum speed
0-100 km/h*
Chassis
Tyres and wheels
235/45R18 + aluminium-alloy wheels
Spare tyre and wheel
Full size
Visibility
Headlamps
High-intensity discharge (HID) projector with washers
Headlamp leveling device
Automatic
Automatic lamps
Fog lamps
Front
Green-tinted windows
Wipers
Front: 2-speed (low, high) + auto (with rain sensor) + washer
Rear window demister
Outside door mirrors
Electrically adjustable
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Steering and Instrument Panel
Leather multifunction steering wheel
Audio switches
Cruise-control switches
Information display switches
Shift paddles
-
Tilt- and telescope-adjustable steering wheel
Information display integrated into
meter cluster
Digital clock
Outside temperature gauge
Fuel consumption gauge (instantaneous/average)
Distance until tank empty
Average speed
Gear position indicator
-
Steering and Instrument Panel
2.4L VVT 6MT
Light-off and key reminder
Alarm
Driver’s seatbelt reminder
Lamp
Door ajar reminder
Lamp
Low fuel warning
Lamp
Driving Amenities
Electric windows
Front: auto up/down
Central door locking
Switch: Driver’s side
Remote-control door locks
With hazard lamp answerback function
With boot-open function
Keyless push start system
Automatic climate control with pollen filter
Dual-zone with driver and front passenger temperature controls
Rear vents + rear heater ducts
Audio
Speaker x 4 (front and rear door trims)
Tweeter x 2
Subwoofer x 1
Dashboard-centre speaker x 1
CD tuner + MP3 playback function
Cruise control
Sun roof
Interior
Interior lighting
Map, Cabin, Rear
Sun visors (both sides)
With ticket holders + vanity mirrors + illumination function
Assist grips
Driver’s side x 1, passenger’s side x 1, rear x 2
Coat hooks
Rear x 2
Cup and bottle holders
Front x 2, rear x 2
Boot, Glove box, Footwell
With extension function
Sunglasses holder
Storage pockets
Front and rear doors
Centre console box
USB socket
Centre-lower box x 1
12V interior accessory sockets
Centre console box x 1, centre-lower box x 1
Seats
Front seats
Seatback pockets (both sides)
10-way power seat with 3-position memory system (driver’s side)
4-way power seat (passenger’s side)
Rear seats
60:40-split single-folding
Seat upholstery material
Leather (including door trim)
Armrests
Centre console
Rear seat centre (with boot-through)
2.4L VVT CVT
Boot
Load restraint hooks
2.4L VVT 6MT
2.4L VVT CVT
Rope hooks x 4, net hooks x 2
Safety, Security and Environmental Compatibility
SRS dual front airbags
SRS side airbags
Front
SRS curtain airbags
Energy-absorbing trim
Foot-protecting design
Brake and clutch pedals
Seatbelts
Front: 3-point ELR seatbelts with pre-tensioners, force limiters and height adjusters
ISOFIX child seat anchorages
x2
Child seat tether anchorages
x3
Rear: 3-point ELR seatbelts x 3
Childproof rear door locks
Side impact door beams
ABS with EBD function
ESP®*1 (Electronic Stability Program)
Hill hold control
-
Brake assist function
Parking sensors
Front and rear
High-mount stop lamp
Immobiliser
Freewheeling key cylinders
Colour combinations
Premium Silver Metallic
Snow White Pearl
Mineral Gray Metallic
Fervant Red
*1 ESP is a registered trademark of Daimler AG. The ESP™ is designed to help keep the Kizashi under control. However, its effectiveness depends on the driving conditions and the road surface. If the tyres exceed
their grip limit and the wheels start to spin or skid, it may not be fully effective.
Suzuki understands that purchasing a new vehicle is a
substantial investment. Our unwavering commitment to
customer satisfaction is represented in our Suzuki Complete
programme, which includes every aspect of post sales support,
comprising the warranty, service plan and roadside assistance
as standard.
Warranty
All Suzuki models are covered by a comprehensive
manufacturer’s warranty against any defects for a period of
3yrs or 100 000 km.
Service Plan
The Kizashi benefits from a 6yr / 90 000 km service plan.
This plan includes the replacement of oil, the oil filter, fuel filter,
brake fluid, air filter and accessory belts, but excludes tyres,
brakes and other wear-and-tear items.
Roadside Assistance
In addition, every new car sold incorporates a 3yr roadside
assistance plan, administered and operated by the Automobile
Association of SA.
Amongst its many features, this comprehensive package
incorporates around-the-clock AA road patrols, battery
and locksmith call-out services, mechanical and electrical
break-down towing (accidental towing is optional), emergency
medical rescue and vehicle repatriation.
All care is taken to ensure the accuracy of this brochure at the time of print approval. Specifications, features, prices and model availability may vary from those
specified and may change without notice. Always consult your authorised Suzuki Dealer or refer to www.SuzukiAuto.co.za for the latest details on all models.
SUZUKI AUTO South Africa (PTY) Ltd will not be held liable for any loss as a result of reliance on the content of this brochure, whether in negligence or otherwise.
Vehicles are shown for illustrative purpose only and may not depict exact specifications. Published August 2011.
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