Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8
Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8 petrol description
Sedan Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8 has been produced from August, 1998 to July, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 121 horsepower on 6200 rpm - this is the most powerfull Suzuki Baleno 1998 - 2001 version and torque 152 Nm (Newton metres) on 3400 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Suzuki Baleno 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8 fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100km (10.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 51 litres or 13.47 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 kilometers on highway.
Suzuki Baleno safety
During safety testing Suzuki Baleno has obtained 2 stars from five, which means quite low safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Suzuki Baleno is evaluated with two stars, and for pedestrian protection Suzuki Baleno got two stars.
Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8 technical data
| Model: | Suzuki Baleno 1.8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1998. August ... 2000. July | ||
| Engine: | 1839 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 220 g/km |
| Power: | 121 HP ON 6200 RPM | Torque: | 152 NM ON 3400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 (combined) 12.6 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres (13.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.22m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.39m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1100 kg | ||
Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8 engine J18A
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1839 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
| Power | 121 - 124 HP ON 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 NM ON 3400 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards. |
Most often compared to
All Suzuki Baleno sedan [1998 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.3
Aug 1998 — Feb 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 85 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 96 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.6 Aug 1998 — Mai 2001 | 1.6 Petrol | 96 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8
Aug 1998 — Jul 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 121 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Suzuki Baleno 1998 1.8
Aug 1998 — Jul 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (121 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 121 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Suzuki Baleno 1999 1.9 TD Jan 1999 — Jul 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 75 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |