Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2

Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 petrol description

Hatchback Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 has been produced from January, 2010 to January, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 94 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Suzuki Splash 2008 - 2012 version and torque 114 Nm (Newton metres) on 4800 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 250 up to 420 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Suzuki Splash 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.1 litres.

Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.

Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 fuel consumption is 5.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (19.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Suzuki Splash 2008 - 2012 versions, city fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Suzuki real everyday fuel consumption is 6.1 litres per 100 km, which is 20% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Suzuki Splash fuel consumption.

Suzuki Splash safety

During safety testing Suzuki Splash has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Suzuki Splash is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Suzuki Splash got three stars.

With the same engine there is also Suzuki Splash version with automatic gearbox (Suzuki Splash 2010 1.2 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 14 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 5.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 6.9 litres per 100 km.
Suzuki Splash 2008

Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 technical data

Model: Suzuki Splash 1.2
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2010. January ... 2012. January 
Engine: 1242 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 119 g/km
Power: 94 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 114 NM ON 4800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 175 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.1 (combined) 6.1 (urban) 4.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.1 l/100km (38.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres (11.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.72m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.59m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.4 meters
Trunk capacity: 178 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1050 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1485 kg

Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 engine K12B MPi

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1242 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 73 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 74.2 mm
Compression ratio 11 : 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 Splash 2008 1.2 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.1 litres (3.3 quarts)
Power 86 - 94 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 114 - 118 NM ON 4800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 12 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 2011 onwards.

Engine also used on Opel Agila

All Suzuki Splash hatchback [2008 - 2012] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Suzuki Splash 2008 1.0 Jan 2008 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.0 Petrol 65 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 Jan 2008 — Jan 2012 1.2 Petrol 86 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 Jan 2008 — Jan 2012 1.2 Petrol 86 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Splash 2010 1.2 Jan 2010 — Jan 2012

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 12 seconds

1.2 Petrol 94 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Splash 2010 1.2 Jan 2010 — Jan 2012

Most powerfull petrol version (94 HP)

1.2 Petrol 94 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Splash 2008 1.2 1.3 DDIS 1.2 Diesel 75 HP - Manual (5)
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