2017 Suzuki Ignis review | CarAdvice

The Suzuki Ignis is back from the dead after a decade-long absence, the latest in the brand’s growing line of reborn '90s nameplates including the Vitara and Baleno. Moreover, it's affixed to one of the most intrinsically likeable cars you can buy.
Like the old version - which in retrospect was ahead of its time and was more or less the same size - the 2017 Ignis is a tiny urban runabout with the stance and space of a small crossover. Indeed, Suzuki wants you to consider it the market's first true 'light SUV'.
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[@thedeenz]

I think this is one of the best way of reviewing a car I've seen in KZbin. You speak fast, clear, concise and offer very constructive positive and negative feedbacks that are seldom opinionated. Love it.

[@sandeepsandhu4286]

Seems it is Suzuki's answer to mini at fraction of the cost , and I like it ... love the retro look to it ...it's different ( some will say ugly ) but that's where its charms lay , which makes it unique and desirable... much like the mini

[@frederik1612]

I'm just in love with this car😅I don't know why

[@hujiaming6151]

It is indeed a cute and fun bringing little car. People always love cute things, include myself, hehe.

[@MajorSpam]

Am I the only one that likes the rear more than the front?

[@dhama007]

I think you are

[@lilmario0]

Yes, definitely

[@misterpotato4775]

I think you are with those 33 people who liked it. But I would prefer them to have a new facelift just for the back itself looking like Suzuki Swift 😂

[@roncatton7101]

I really like the back of the ignis. It's got character, unlike a lot of other cars out there.

[@blackpatriot-wq2tf]

U wah clap them white cheeks huh 😏😏

[@therealnoodles7638]

the minimum ground clearance is impressive. Higher than most small SUV's.

[@rarindam]

Very practical review...this car is really for busy city driving around...the other reviewers got it really wrong...it has just enough of everything for everyday busy city driving

[@androo4519]

Really like your reviews. Would be good if you could also mention safety kit and maybe NCAP crash results to give a full picture of a car.

[@CharruaNYC]

i wish Suzuki comes back to USA.....this car its a very cute and very modern car!

[@slimyish]

im very excited i just finalised the papers for mine, just waiting for the call to say the finance has been approved and i should pick it up in a few days

[@uncutfishing]

Could someone please say if this version has a CD player? Can't find a definitive answer anywhere. I know the version with a Pioneer entertainment system has CDs, but I am particularly interested in the one with a system like the one shown here. And thanks for a nice review.

[@GregTyson]

Cheers mate, good review. You say at 5:00 that there's a 5 speed automatic transmission - the auto is actually a CVT while the manual is 5 speed.

[@Anustup11]

Can we add extra chrome finish in front & back light area outside to give it a look like alpha? If yes how much it adds to cost???

[@stephenedwards9857]

pick our new ignis up this week...cant wait !!!

[@stephenedwards9857]

what a great little car....all the features we like and at a great price...handles very well as well

[@demetrakis7t2]

@@stephenedwards9857 hi stephen, thinking of going for one, how is it holding up 4 years on?anything to look out for?

[@stephcoverdale8660]

What is the road noise like in the cabin when travelling at 100kms? cheers!

[@JasonLowderTheRanga]

Perfect for the streets of Richmond!

[@atinwalia5095]

which car batter in baleno delta 1.2 and ignis zeta mt according milage and performance..

[@Filipe1020]

I like it, it has a bit of a 90's retro styling, and it reminds me of that Alto Kei Car from Japan which we sadly can't have it.

[@toshexd]

How's the rear view parking camera?

[@OfficialMINIm]

Suzuki seems to be the king of making cars with pretty faces but ugly rears. What is up with that

[@raftash5279]

They're hiring too many white designers but not enough black ones.

[@maverickcruise]

Hahaha

[@rayrumming7901]

like my wife

[@mclste]

Look at the swift, I think that’s pretty both front and back

[@NotMeHere]

I think it’s weird that of all markets Suzuki wouldn’t offer the awd model in Australia. I would definitely buy this car in Australia if they offered the awd model.

[@rohitkumar-jm2fk]

how it works in bumpy roads? ., is it better than mahindra kuv 100 in terms of maintenance and ride quality ?

[@tampubolonevelyn7271]

Mini cooper founder name is Sir Alec issigonis. Is name ignis related to Issigonis? But the purpose he made mini is to create cheap small good gasoline cunsumption car. Same with my ignis. I use this ignis in indonesia petrol tipe since 2018 that use AGS matic transmition that actualy manual transmition with computer so has only two pedal. Very valueble money car with price same as the cheapest toyota or daihatsu car in indonesia we get the Nexa car branded from suzuki in india. Imported to indonesia. Very top in gasoline consumption in indonesia 17 km/ L in trafic jam, quiet car , good looking exterior and nice interior design, we get extrem Air conditioner panel, LCD monitor music player JVC. I like using AGS transmition we can use manual that can fast aceleration in city and use automatic mode in highway. In maintanance fee and oil is 1/ 3 daihatsu or toyota. Body plat ignis is so thick, more thick than the highest price Toyota car Fortuner SUV. Ground clearence is high so match with the majority bad road in my country. Before i use Daihatsu Sirion hathback low ground clearance that often body repair because road condition. Since 2018 until now 40.000 km.

[@seanwichhh]

I WANT ONE! 😍

[@kkkirytenahtss1]

U gotta stop doing drugs kid

[@SajtosPoga]

4:42 That wall is a masterpiece. Haven't seen one with crying Kim as a nip cover. Hilarious!

[@samirakumarnaik6540]

Ignis of India is same with Australian or European model or different in terms of quality ?

[@jameswarden9136]

love it!!! so cute lol. I want one.

[@alpinebreed1774]

that looks like alot of fun !!! if i can have it in Manuel awd and dare i ask a turbo(a good 100hp per litre would be nice ) i would buy one in a hart beat and then one for my business and then one for my wife !!!!

[@henrybyrd5402]

Hooray! I have been trying to find a review of the Ignis in the UK that is any use to me. This one is by a big guy like me, reviewing the auto version. Autos are rarely reviewed in the UK! This was just what I needed before buying a used Ignis. Thanks

[@nikitis13]

You'll love it. I had one for a year as a driving instructor and fell in love with it. Passed it on to my niece now and she's smitten as are her parents 😁They find themselves using it more than their Mitsubishi Eclipse!! I chose it for its window space, comfort, Japanese build, running costs and FUN. They certainly are fun to drive and a pleasure to use on a daily basis. I'm now wanting it back!! 😆

[@henrybyrd5402]

@@nikitis13 Thanks. I am looking for one for my wife. Did you have the auto gearbox which is peculiar to Suzuki. My one reservation.

[@nikitis13]

@@henrybyrd5402 I had the CTV automatic and it has worked brilliantly from day one and makes good use of the engines power.Like all CVT's there's a small amount of whine but I found it totally unobtrusive. Ive used many CVT's in Honda Jazz's also, with total reliability. Many vehicles having well over 250,000km . They allow the engine to deliver its optimum torque at all times and make the Ignis feel very spritely. I highly recommend it but try one for yourself Henry and see what you think.

[@demetrakis7t2]

@@henrybyrd5402 me too

[@demetrakis7t2]

@@nikitis13 hello, anything to look out for when going for a used one?

[@tharun11]

my brother owns petrol manual in india. in india we get a 1.2l 83 hp k12b engine. its superb to drive although the steering is vague. awesome car and surely a head turner because its very unique to look at. nothing like it.

[@demetrakis7t2]

hello, reliable?

[@tharun11]

@@demetrakis7t2 absolutely reliable. Especially considering the fact that its india-land of diverse climatic conditions and pathetic roads or no roads 🤣🤣

[@demetrakis7t2]

@@tharun11 ok thanks for quick reply

[@misterpotato4775]

Okay ngl I would love to drive it on a dirt like you did😂🤣 seems fun even it's with a small car

[@MaxPedraz4]

I love this car 😍😍😍🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@mrheyfuckoff1]

Hmm, if only you could get a bit bigger engine (A 1.8 or 2.0 litre would do) & AWD. Would be a pretty awesome car.

[@Drivecomau]

+MrHeyfuckoff - manual 1.5 turbo awd would be a hoot!

[@RagingSovereign]

is it hybrid?

[@stephenedwards9857]

we loved it so much we went out and purchaced the top of the range model

[@GregTyson]

It's a great car isn't it. I got the top range a few months back - very comfortable and refined for a car in this segment. Just perfect.

[@robertmartinborough6076]

We get it mate, you're in love with this car jeez. You don't have to tell us everything that goes down with you and the car jeez

[@peterlimbongadventure]

Hello from Indonesia.. I have it for 13 month now.. Btw.. the license plate in Australia is very small .. looks cute 😁

[@sunilsahulinga2724]

nice video 👌👌👌

[@Alfy47]

Thanks for your analysis and comment. Which one would you choose between the Ignis and the Swift 2108??

[@alishah1094]

Alfonso Osorio Zuñiga today bought ignis 2017 because swift they said long wait and so many pre orders to fullfil. Premium plus did cost us more than 2018 swift with same variant.

[@Alfy47]

Fortunately here we don't have that problem and I am decided for the swift because of its design and style but both are good cars and very similar in power and performance.

[@alishah1094]

Alfonso Osorio Zuñiga swift is a yes yes always. Ignis I am little scared about resale. Best of luck :)

[@RivaStyx]

Does anyone still own this model and what are your cons and pros about it?

[@Paris.Kalachnikov]

Is this made in India?

[@CosgroveNotts]

Is it an urban warrior for small people?

[@Sriramulu.1569]

Nice car

[@jaydonbrown789]

Cool. Car

[@cosmoray9750]

Nice cool little car. However it would like better with a fatter sets of tires + more horse power.

[@FroggyFrog9000]

What suzuki SUVs are actually all wheel drive in Australia??????

[@shobinair5554]

Froggy Frog 9000 Bcoz most of Australian trlerrains need 4wd

[@smartmobi1]

क्या हमे गाडी लेते समय Amt या फ़िर mannual transmission prefer करे pl suggest करे

[@djme5348]

Chut ke ye video Austrilia ka hai they don't know hindi!!

[@ashutoshdash2320]

nice car

[@MrArmaan62]

Waiting for new Suzuki Swift👍🏼

[@karanbhattt]

Is the Suzuki Ignis the same as MARUTI Suzuki Ignis that has been launched in India?? I'm thinking of buying so please let me know if anybody knows.

[@tajangnenker9335]

Yes

[@shaquillhilton5574]

not a fan of long large vehicles so this car falls in my category and it looks real nice from the front

[@bharathranganatha6546]

I like the car and I am almost in the edge of booking it... but that design of Rear end is what makes me think...? iz it really that bad..?

[@dahc1996]

I like it. It's unique.

[@kerimmusovic1866]

Front-Fiat Panda,Rear-Pontiac Aztek, but it looks cute and fun car to drive

[@tpv59]

At 5.00 It is a 'CVT', NOT a 5 speed auto!

[@bijukumarb1727]

Super

[@SanoopAI]

The most important thing is to tell the viewers you , is it a desiel one or petroleum half way through your video still no metion apart from top end version , doesn't matter why version is it deisel of petrol the one you are showing in video

[@sumendranpillay]

something went wrong at the back, for a car that short it should have a flat roofand straight back like a Kia soul

[@aditisingh705]

are u indian

[@301247ivan]

Where is collant temperature gauge? I give up from buying this car only because of lacking this most important car instrument.

[@life4u566]

Best car

[@Skuzza24]

I don’t know why he said there is a 5 speed automatic in it when it’s a CVT automatic.

[@tpv59]

He made a BOO BOO!

[@andrewdevos8366]

Are they making a sport variant?

[@Drivecomau]

Maybe - would be fun if they did!

[@REPOMAN24722]

So no manual? Off my shopping list.

[@Drivecomau]

Base model has a 5-speed manual option.

[@Yvesyew]

this car looks like a panda

[@djme5348]

Well now we can keep a panda at home 😊

[@fijinphilip5625]

Best car from suzuki same like zen

[@haydenfyfe885]

All that Asians Want is a New Suzuki Ignis. A Very colourful and lovely Fun car to drive to and from places in the World. It could be a Familiar Shape and Interior.

[@rajannegi8883]

vs New Ford Figo ?

[@ghufrans6883]

this guy i mean look at this guy, he's just look alike Danny Huston :D

[@kevinandjindibehbahany8813]

0:41 where abouts is this road?

[@Drivecomau]

Werribee near Melbourne

[@arjunthomas]

Sweet.. this just was launched in India too.. they are marketing it for the millennials... 🤔

[@SoundofSilence1]

what are the engine specs?

[@Drivecomau]

You mean the bit in the video where we say it has a 1.2-litre 4-cyl dualjet petrol with 66kW (88hp) and 120Nm?

[@Hamachingo]

2:15 260 Liters vs. CX3's 350 Liters... Seriously? Did you confuse the CX3 with the Mazda 2?

[@Drivecomau]

Mazda CX-3 boot - in standard setup is 264-litres.

[@Hamachingo]

So you're comparing the boot size of the CX3 with the bottom cover to the Ignis with no cover and the rear bench slid all the way forward so nobody can sit in the rear? Good job. Fun looking car though, at the local dealership they had a couple Jimnys and one Ignis with snow plows fitted on them. Watching them clear the lot was more attention grabbing than the inflatable flailing arms guys.

[@alec-s]

Hamachingo you're wrong, the ignis has 260l capacity with seats in the normal position, when you slide them forward they becomes 360l backspace and, inexplicably how, you can still seat in the rear seats if you don't exceed 1.8m....

[@SussegadGoykar]

What's weight of ignis? Indian model weighs 825kgs..

[@lolboicam1711]

1:12, that door close. yuck. Pretty car, though.

[@justabagel5173]

wish they sold this in the states rip suzuki

[@Northisbest]

I still own Suzuki Ignis since 2002 and yes it still look very modern cute aero little car, but this 2017 ahem... I do agreed rear look ugly it look outdated as 1980s. This car look unsafe for long country road...maybe I will get this 1 day ?

[@wheresmycheese8511]

Chuck some leather seats in and add the 1.4 boosterjet, make it $22,000 and it would sell like hot cakes

[@boyanboyanov9526]

good city SUV but bad navigation system

[@ycr2626]

Dude drive without shoes lol

[@Visbalalam]

Wish it had AWD

[@awdlover7621]

Here in Europe you can get the 1.2 dualjet allgrip (4x4) manual or 1.2 dualjet allgrip SHVS (hybrid) manual

[@PaulHojda]

Real shame no manual is offered

[@gregorypaulbox3035]

Here in the UK Suzuki offer a manual gearbox and all-wheel drive (plus we have the mild hybrid too). I wish Suzuki would offer the Boosterjet and did something to improve the ride.

[@Drivecomau]

Base model has a 5-speed manual option.

[@PaulHojda]

CarAdvice.com Oh ok. In the video you just made it sound as if it doesn't come with a manual at all

[@Will0w_Th3rianPawzz]

5 speed that's just rude most offer 6 speed these days. Like the front end of the Ignis but the rear what the heck.

[@gregorypaulbox3035]

The styling has grown on me. I actually like the rear. Still needs improved suspension damping and travel and a more powerful engine.

[@jq747]

66kw? God almighty. Offer up the 1.0L turbo, as per the Baleno, and then we'll talk.

[@desiredditor]

Jignes

[@alexdhutanu]

3 years later... Very low sales in AUS. No European specs offered in AUS (AWD + hybrid) = no sales in AUS. Nothing special compared with, say $17500 Hyundai Accent Sport

[@suzangoemaat7904]

hoe duur is deze auto ik,zoek automaatje

[@yuveetaneja7493]

Maruti Suzuki

[@Life_is_MATHS]

my friend just purchased it he is not satisfied with the car. if you really want to invest go for Nissan micra CVT Grand i10 elite I20 Nexa Baleno

[@sourishlodh4356]

Pulkit Jawal Maths TRICKS why your friend is not satisfied with ignis? information will be valuable for me. as I am planning to buy one. thanks in advance.. :)

[@Life_is_MATHS]

sourish lodh my friend whenever you are searching for a car you must keep three things in your mind. 1. car weight 2. engine power 3. comfortable seating car weight plays an important role when you drive a car on highway at high speed here car's weight plays an important role, heavy weighted cars performs very well.

[@Life_is_MATHS]

if you are planning to purchase a hatch back car then go for Nissan micra CVT grand i10 punto abarth ford aspire swift dezire. in fact I have grand i10 and micra diesel.

[@Life_is_MATHS]

about my experience of car driving. I treated my car as a family member. I have total 2.5 lakhs kilometers of experience.

[@Life_is_MATHS]

car is Like a investment, Ignis is a good looking car but it is light weighted. I took a test drive and found that it's push button placement is also wrong. here is a suggestion for you never search your dream car in showroom, because sales man always tries to make their own brand better. always search your dream car on roads. try to take reviews from on road.

[@Toyota_Fortuner]

Its a Fiat Uno

[@adityachaturvedi_sonicpower]

this car is tiny for the reviewer. that head room for him is like non existent, a small bump in the road will make his head touch the roof. This car is for short to mid height ppl. Good city car though.

[@Drivecomau]

Nah - I fit well enough. Plus if you are shorter than me, you'll be fine! - JW

[@tachas1984]

how taller are u?

[@mpspuij]

tachas1984, I am 183 cm and have plenty of headroom in the back and in the front. For me it outperformed many cars, it is not all perfect but it suits me.

[@budisantotanoto7003]

I’m 175cm tall and I drive Ignis, plenty of headroom, both in front & back seat.

[@pareshchauhan2084]

PL do not buy brezza zdi+

[@namelsess93]

It's so plastic on the inside, it's insane!! It has an 1-dollar-store feeling to it.

[@Drivecomau]

The materials feel like the lid of an esky!

[@R4T4T4T]

I think it looks really cool!

[@namelsess93]

@@R4T4T4T I've test driven it. It's disappointing.

[@R4T4T4T]

@@namelsess93 is it any good to drive?

[@namelsess93]

@@R4T4T4T It's okay, it has a robust feeling to it,feels like driving an old 90's car, it has no comfort, no extras and feels like driving a can of beans, it's really cheap. This summer a brand new one used to cost around 18,000 Euro. Buy a 3-4 year old Toyota CHR instead - you would have tons of extras, a pretty decent small SUV and would have a 4,8-5 l/100km which is surreal.

[@harampug9150]

Front : Angry looking car Rear : Angry looking Kim Jong Un

[@djme5348]

Nailed it!!

[@abahimam8839]

publik

[@Noname-iz9uo]

It's better be really cheap.

[@blocksterz]

80s called ..they want thier rear end back

[@steenie007]

This is the reason why I won't buy a demo car 😂😂

[@clan_fraser19]

1.2L engine is really disappointing 😔

[@shi1483]

Is this made in Japan? or its the same tin foil Indian version that will most likely get u crushed in a crash.

[@lazypanda1493]

The back is just ugly

[@mariolosberg4257]

the whole car is terrible ugly...

[@Reisperbachtal]

3:29 Uhh fake carbon fiber!! How classy

[@mariolosberg4257]

And I was thinking that Skoda kodiaq is the most ugly car..! lol... awfull design...

[@Life_is_MATHS]

bakwaas car hai its shape is not aerodynamic

[@Asi99.]

Pulkit Jawal 100 se upar hi shape se fark padta hai.

[@rsoul7282]

Whatever you do, don't criticise the style of this vehicle, or make any comment regarding the dietary habits of any nation worldwide, you will be blasted from pillar to post, tagged as a racist and made to eat humble sushi.