New Suzuki S-Cross 2022 UK Review - Best SUV for the Price? | OSV Car Reviews

[@rivervalegroup]

Would you buy the new S-Cross?

[@benbarritt5070]

Like it but personally can’t have a car that doesn’t have electric hand break or fully digital dials. Just my preference, I know it’s not essential.

[@francmedic7917]

@@benbarritt5070 maybe you don't know how useful can be the manual handbrake

[@benbarritt5070]

@@francmedic7917 Maybe you don’t know how useful proper grammar can be

[@francmedic7917]

@@benbarritt5070 parecería ser, que te has quedado sin tema, tío? 😉

[@arvetadamberg4786]

i would and im planning to.

[@DamianMellor]

Took delivery of my S-Cross Ultra this month. Absolutely delighted with everything about it. It's my first Suzuki, but definitely won't be my last. Can't recommend it highly enough!

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks for sharing Damian, that's great to hear! What made you choose the S-Cross over the competition?

[@khelgarironfist3301]

Can you comment on the sound system? Is it offered with something higher quality?

[@rivervalegroup]

@@khelgarironfist3301 Hey Khelgar, sadly there's no premium audio option. Both trims get 4 speakers & 2 tweeters

[@ignac85]

@@rivervalegroup The fully equipt version, maybe called ultra in UK has a 7th speaker in the middle behind the 9 inch screen. That is a Pioneer product and sound quality is good enough.

[@Franceyou]

@@ignac85 is there any AUX ot sd/microsd card input? Thanks

[@NazSBG]

We've just this week (Sept 2024) taken delivery of the Boosterjet 1.4 mild hybrid S-Cross. Its early days but it all seems pretty decent. Not sure of the comfort for long journeys, that I'm about to find out in 3 days time when i drive from my home in Devon to Surrey and back. I like the fact that the lane departure stays off once it is turned off. A lot of cars require it to be switched off every time the car is started. Im not sure about the feel of the steering. It seems to feel like it is out of my full control at times, theres a slight play within it. It's hard to explain. The driving position is good. The climate controls are simple and straightforward to operate. We had the Seat Leon FR mild hybrid for three years and that was a nightmare. You had to fiddle with the infotainment screen to sort out climate in the car. Very distracting and poor.

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks for sharing an honest experience with your Suzuki S-Cross 👍

[@thepr4yst4ti0n7]

Ordered mine in early June, top spec with manual gearbox and without the sunroof. It was suprising to see that this car costs almost 30k pounds in the UK, I got mine in blue with the mentioned specs for about 19k pounds worth of money.

[@rivervalegroup]

Sounds like you got a great deal! How are you finding your S-Cross?

[@thepr4yst4ti0n7]

@@rivervalegroup I ordered it from a local Suzuki dealership, in Hungary where it is produced. :)

[@bondjamesbond9041]

A very good car at a reasonable price considering the equipment. A bit cheap feeling inside but will prove to be reliable. Suzuki have a much better reputation for reliability over the Nissan and Peugeot. The boosterjet engines are very punchy, are great on the motorway and economical Also like the design. As always very good review.

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks Mr. Bond! We really enjoyed our time with it - a great choice if you're after an SUV of this size 👍

[@oddities-whatnot]

As regards the cheap feel, you mean some hard plastics ? Ive had a few Suzukis and actually didn't really care what the interior trim was made of. They were tough reliable cars. Some people today are too obsessed with interior feel.

[@CosgroveNotts]

Not sure where you got the extra 2 gears from on the auto?

[@gnomisa]

For 20000 € (starting model) thers no better SUV. Theres no sense comparing it to more expensive cars. Also, Im 180cm and was shocked how much room I had in the rear. Its a great family car.

[@rivervalegroup]

Great to hear that you're enjoying your S-Cross! What made you choose one in the first place?

[@gnomisa]

@@rivervalegroup Bang for buck and reliability.

[@Olivia28886]

Alrdy bought it 3 weeks ago, i love this car! ❤️

[@rivervalegroup]

Amazing choice, Olivia! What are you loving most about it?

[@Olivia28886]

@@rivervalegroup oh well, ofc the facelift, 2022 looks very luxurious than older models. There is a lot of space inside, and its very comfy to drive it w the automatic gear and all the safety packs. And the best part, its much cheaper than other car brands, i bought a new car for 24k and škoda kamiq w this configuration was for 30k+ 😁

[@rivervalegroup]

@@Olivia28886 You've made a great choice! 👍

[@neerand]

You know how to choose a great car. Happy miles ahead. Suzukis are no nonsense cars.

[@saichaitanya154]

Price please?

[@kirekocovski5351]

Got mine last week 😀 It is a great car

[@rivervalegroup]

Great to hear you're loving your new S-Cross 👍

[@sebaslive3476]

how did it perform in winter? Any problems with frozen windshields, foggy windshields or moist in the cabin?

[@kirekocovski5351]

I got no problems,but there were no winter,either.For anything else is just great familly allrounder.

[@weekendgetaway9294]

How is the fuel consumption for this car ? For the hybrid petrol - automatic

[@rivervalegroup]

Hello there 👋 Depending on trim, the fuel consumption ranges from 46.3 to 54.3 miles per gallon 👍

[@teggsy2165]

2018 Suzuki SX4 SZ5 BOOSTERJET ALLGRIP vitara

[@khelgarironfist3301]

Are mild hybrids considered to be reliable? They don't have stuff like regular battery and the little electric motor supports the engine to reduce the stress on it, so i'm told. They sound more charming to me than regular hybrids.

[@sureshkumarn8733]

When do you think the lithium ion battery need to be replaced?? What would be the expected cost...?

[@khelgarironfist3301]

@@sureshkumarn8733 I'm wondering the same, especially with that constant recharging.. Surely it would cost substantially less than true hybrids due to small battery.

[@sureshkumarn8733]

@@khelgarironfist3301 Thank you for your reply....

[@ignac85]

@@sureshkumarn8733 Suzuki gives 10 yrs of guarantee for the hybrid system, battery, motor and transmition. These parts shouldn't be problematic

[@CastleKnight7]

I prefer the styling of this generation to the last one.

[@rivervalegroup]

Suzuki did a great job with the updated styling 👍

[@spikemears5484]

A great little car, intuitive controls, fascinating technology and good fuel economy 50 mpg plus on a steady run. The only criticism would be the proximity of M1 (manual gate on the auto box) it is too easy to get into manual mode, but easily put into auto mode. Overall excellent for the money!

[@rivervalegroup]

Couldn't agree more, Spike! Thanks for watching - make sure to subscribe for more in-depth vehicle reviews - bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@francmedic7917]

Cuando sales de P suelta inmediatamente el botón de la palanca y mueve hasta D, de esta forma no puedes pasar a M

[@franciscomarquez7287]

​@@francmedic7917gracias por ese tip amigo. Me va a servir un montón 👍😁.

[@SconHeadVideos]

What are they like on fuel for motorway driving?

[@christopherbutler7115]

6.1 Ltr/ 100Km : Real driving. 2 persons and small amount of luggage

[@Vinterfrid]

I beg to differ as far as the exterior design concerns - the previous generation looks a lot better. Furthermore, I really wouldn't call the S-Cross a SUV; as the name suggests it's a crossover model. The interior between those two generations are almost identical. Yes, I own a second generation S-Cross with a very nice front part.

[@Paulo-ov4yo]

Suzuki is one of those Japanese manufacturers who make awkward looking vehicles but seem to be doing better recently.

[@sureshkumarn8733]

Very nicely explained..... But one question... When do you think the lithium ion battery of smart hybrid system need to be replaced??? What would be the expected cost??? Love from Kerala, India...

[@iankemp1741]

The mild hybrid battery comes with a 10 year warranty

[@CosgroveNotts]

​@@iankemp1741providing you have it serviced by suzuki

[@saichaitanya154]

On road price of the one you’re reviewing now?

[@rivervalegroup]

Hi Sai, it's £29,799 👍 Interested in getting one?

[@rajivnair6709]

No rear Ac vent & Chargers on a 2022 model is not good. I have the older version SX4 it's great car to drive but the lack of good air conditioning for rear passengers is a big drawback in hot weather.

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Rajiv 👍 Are you looking to upgrade any time soon?

[@rajivnair6709]

@@rivervalegroup For now more fascinated by Suzuki Vitara or Brezza Hybrid with rear Ac vents and made with Toyota and Suzuki tech together.

[@jeremygeduldt936]

The SX4 S-Cross just S-Cross for the UK .

[@HightLink]

In Romania this car has 3+7 or 200.000km waranty

[@pomerau]

Previously the Suzuki SX4 S-Cross.

[@rivervalegroup]

Are you a fan of the new S-Cross?

[@pomerau]

@@rivervalegroup Sure. It would fit my bill if I was in the market. Probably not the sensible option at the £30k mark but reliable. Some poor design finishes inside such as the folder rear seats hump and carpet fold, lack of rear sockets and seat back pockets... but otherwise it would suit me fine except possibly the light steering. I commented as the presenter called a predecessor the S Cross 4 S Cross, twice. Long time visitor to Eastbourne and Suzuki's are popular there, or at least they had a dealership I used to pass :)

[@cokabida]

Is it the same platform as the corolla cross?

[@CastleKnight7]

I think that’s the Suzuki Swace, not this S-Cross.

[@reinmansmith]

No I think it shares the platform with the Toyota RAV4 ….. which I think is a better looking car 🤔

[@ignac85]

@@reinmansmith It has nothing common with Corolla Cross.

[@maartenk7513]

6:45 New Qashqai?

[@marinoint]

The lack of rear A/C vent is a disappointment.

[@rivervalegroup]

It certainly would have been nice to have with the top-spec grade! What are your thoughts on the S-Cross as a whole?

[@oddities-whatnot]

I sit in the front when driving, not the back

[@MotorTorq_ZA]

It looks cool

[@nickyfoulkes8476]

Manual handbrake not for me. What about value proposition.

[@rivervalegroup]

Fair enough Nicky, it's not for everyone! Would you consider getting an S-Cross?

[@leethatsme1988]

I will never buy a car with e brakes, renault, honda and citreon/ peugeot having nothing but issues with them.

[@bambossolomi5026]

@@Smokeysbandit ok

[@FéargalO]

Strange decision to include a manual handbrake on an auto hybrid 2022 model. Dealbreaker for some for sure.

[@justindavies5061]

I'd always thought a mechanical handbrake was a construction and use requirement, an e brake is not much use if you have electrical failure, mech handbrake a plus point for me

[@djgoldthing7166]

Answer. This channel has changed.

[@alanlynchireland1590]

Thank u

[@TheSpoovy]

If its the same size as 'small' SUVs like the Peugeot 2008 (leaving aside the daftness of calling it an SUV at all), why are you describing it as a mid-size?

[@rivervalegroup]

Appreciate the feedback - will take this on-board! What do you make of the new S-Cross?

[@TheSpoovy]

Since Subaru prices have gone north this looks like a bargain alternative to an XV. I doubt it's as capable but probably just as reliable.

[@oddities-whatnot]

@@TheSpoovy Good point. Ive had three Subarus when the pricing was acceptable, but now they seem rather pricey in all honesty. I would like the Outback Field version simply because it would do everything and go anywhere. Its a great utility car and the bonus is the 2.5 non hybrid engine, so no batteries to worry about in ten years. If I got one I would keep it for a very long time. Daft trading in cars when the one you have still does what you need it to do. People waste so much money.

[@volt8684]

Rav 4 sequel but much cheaper. Bring back osw old presenters pleeeeeeeeze

[@oddities-whatnot]

For this sort of money I would put a bit more to it and get the Subaru Outback.

[@Coordinator61]

You review a Suzuki but keep on talking about the nissan Q. Boring.

[@rivervalegroup]

Noted. We will share your feedback with our reviewers.

[@Coordinator61]

@@rivervalegroup No offence but that nissan name keeps on coming around.

[@abdellatifahmed570]

I agree it sounded to me like reviewing the S-Cross but selling the Qashqui !

[@earnestemu5148]

The new in car system looks terrible, looks like it was bolted on after the fact. The older more integrated one look a ton better. Why do car designers do this, it looks half ass..

[@rivervalegroup]

H Earnest, does this put you off getting the new S-Cross? Any other vehicles you have in mind?

[@earnestemu5148]

@@rivervalegroup Have the 2021 scross, and while we like it we find getting larger things in the back, the access is pretty narrow, so was looking to see if they have made it wider. Just seems everyone now is choosing to just put this big "pimple" on the dashboard, its not clean. Also just noticed I replied with my gamer account.. haha..

[@oddities-whatnot]

Ford are terrible for that, the touchscreens are like an iPad stuck on the dash. I find them very distracting. I really dont see the obsession with them. Too many drivers are constantly touching the screens while they are driving, I bet load of accidents are caused by this. Give me a simple dashboard anyday. A small screen is all you need but so long as it has Bluetooth and DAB I dont need anything else. People need to look where they are going and not be messing about with in car tech all the time.

[@mrblc882]

I couldn't agree more. I was looking for Vitara AllGrip, but I'm in doubt should I take S-Cross instead. In Croatia, there are GL, GL+, GLX and GLX+ trim levels. Difference between GLX and GLX+ is only panoramic roof, so GL+ is considered middle trim. Vitara in middle trim doesn't have keyless start, power folding mirrors, blinkers integrated in mirrors, front tweeters and parking sensors (front and back), all of which S-Cross GL+ does have. In Vitara, you need GLX trim for that. S-Cross GL+ is under 100€ more expensive than Vitara GLX, so, basically for almost same price you can choose between Vitara with Satnav and leather or S-Cross with dual-zone AC, LED position lights, additional reading light, roof sunglasses holder, reclining back seat, additional USB in arm rest, back seat arm rest and e-call. Tough one since I prefer Vitara more for design and compactness. But, ugliest thing in S-Cross is way tablet is mounted. To be fair, I saw ugliest solutions in Mazda CX-3 and Mercedes GLA - S-Cross at least have back side somewhat connected to console, while in GLA it looks like it's hammered down. On the other side, if you think this one is ugly, imagine what it looks in lower, GL and GL+ spec, with 7" screen and black bezels around it...

[@whyalwaysme2522]

The former model looks way better.

[@rivervalegroup]

Not a fan of the updated styling?

[@oddities-whatnot]

Im tending to agree. This looks like a Peugeot from the side. Not a good look.