News in brief - What Car? Real MPG success for Suzuki

Suzuki has achieved strong success in What Car? Real MPG testing over the years and the latest results continue this theme with two models available as Approved Used Cars featuring in the top 10 of small SUVs. Real MPG clearly demonstrates what an owner could realistically achieve in every day driving conditions.

Ignis Hybrid ranked in 2^nd place achieving a score of 59.9mpg overall which is an improvement of three mpg versus the official WLTP tested combined figure of 56.9mpg when available as a new car up until 2024. In recent years, Ignis has received several accolades from What Car? for its very low fuel consumption helped by its efficient and lightweight hybrid application which continues to be available as standard equipment on the current Swift model.

Vitara 1.6-litre also scored very well and ranked 4^th overall with an overall fuel consumption figure of 47.7mpg. The very popular Vitara model continues to shine in other areas of the magazine as it features in their top 10 most reliable small SUVs.

The long-established Real MPG test by the What Car? team takes place in laboratory conditions on a rolling road to ensure that variables such as weather and traffic do not affect the results. This guarantees that the tests are repeatable and the cycle is based on a real-world route.

To ensure accuracy before evaluation begins, the team weigh every test car, check tyres are correctly inflated and make an exhaust connection to measure emissions.

For Used Car buyers, Suzuki offers its own in-house Approved Used Car Warranty to vehicles up to 10 years old and 100,000 miles recorded which is a further demonstration of the brand’s commitment in ranking high for customer service and trust.

Providing alignment with Service Activated Warranty also offering up to 10 years cover renewed after every annual service, the Suzuki Approved Used Car Warranty offers customers 12 months’ comprehensive cover when purchasing a Suzuki vehicle up to 10 years old. Importantly, this cover is also offered free of charge to private retail customers and includes 12 months UK and European Roadside Assistance.

This helps provide a real customer benefit and further confidence in the Suzuki brand as well as supporting Suzuki retain older cars in the dealer network that are already well renowned for their reliability.

Prior to handover, electrical and mechanical factory fitted components are covered against failure and the vehicle has a pre-delivery assessment check by a Suzuki trained technician to ensure a clean bill of health.