Suzuki S-Presso 2019– car dimensions: 3565 mm long, 1520 mm wide and 1567 mm high. Unladen weight is 765 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 239 litres.
Higher grades get a 7-inch or 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Base grades skip the screen. Manual air conditioning is standard on every grade. Rear parking sensors come on all variants. A reversing camera appears only on top grades such as S-Edition. Cruise control is not offered. Automatic emergency braking is limited to certain markets. Blind-spot warning and lane keep are not available. Dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and ESP are standard, with hill hold on AMT models.
Boot space is 239 litres with the rear seats up and parcel shelf in place. The rear bench folds forward for extra room, though no official seats-down volume is published. The opening is useful for daily bags and shopping.
Official specs list no towing capacity. Gross vehicle weight is 1170 kg against a kerb weight of roughly 750-770 kg, leaving limited payload for passengers and cargo. The car suits light city errands rather than heavy work or trailer use. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed.
The cabin feels roomy for a compact hatch thanks to the tall roof and high seating position that give a good view out. Front seats are basic vinyl-and-fabric with integrated headrests and simple slide/recline adjustment. rear bench offers decent knee and head room for two adults. Manual air conditioning keeps things cool, storage includes front cupholders, bottle holders and door pockets, and higher grades add a touchscreen with phone connectivity. It is a simple, airy space built for easy city use rather than luxury.
1.0-litre petrol engine returns claimed fuel use from 4.4–4.9 L/100 km depending on market and transmission.
Service interval typically 10 000 km or 12 months in India markets. 15 000 km or 12 months in South Africa.
Global NCAP adult rating 1 star (India 2022 protocol) or 3 stars (South Africa 2022).
Standard safety includes dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP on most current grades, ISOFIX anchors and rear parking sensors.
The 998 cc three-cylinder engine is tuned for thrift. Claimed figures sit in the mid-4 L/100 km range for petrol versions, with idle-stop helping in traffic. A 27-litre tank gives useful range for daily commuting.
Servicing is straightforward and low-cost. Intervals fall every 10 000–15 000 km or annually. Many markets include a short service plan covering oil, filters and basic fluids for the first two years or 30 000 km. Parts and labour stay inexpensive at authorised centres.
Safety kit centres on the HEARTECT platform with dual front airbags, ABS/EBD and ESP now standard across most grades. ISOFIX and rear sensors are common. Crash scores vary by market specification: 1-star adult under the latest Global NCAP India test, higher in South Africa-spec cars. No side airbags are offered.
Ownership stays cheap. The light kerb weight, simple mechanicals and wide dealer network keep running costs down. Regular oil changes and basic checks keep the car reliable for city and light highway use.
Length 3565 mm, Width 1520 mm, Height 1567 mm, Wheelbase 2380 mm (S-Presso 2019-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Suzuki South Africa S-Presso brochure, oto.com Indonesia specs.