Suzuki Splash

Suzuki Splash (XB/EX)
Suzuki Splash (XB/EX)
	Pre-facelift model
Overview
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Also called	Opel Agila (Europe); Vauxhall Agila (United Kingdom); Maruti Suzuki Ritz (India); Changhe Spla (China/South America);
Production	2008–2014 (Hungary); 2009–2016 (India); 2010–2018 (China);
Assembly	Hungary: Esztergom (Magyar Suzuki); India: Manesar (Maruti Suzuki); China: Jingdezhen (Changhe Suzuki);
Designer	Takashi Miyazawa
Body and chassis
Class	City car (A)
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related	Suzuki Swift (RS)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol;; 1.0 L K10B I3; 1.2 L K12M I4 (India/Indonesia); 1.2 L K12B I4; 1.4 L K14B I4 (China/South America); Diesel:; 1.3 L D13A I4-TD (Europe/India);
Transmission	5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic; CVT;
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,360 mm (92.9 in)
Length	3,720 mm (146.5 in)
Width	1,680 mm (66.1 in)
Height	1,590 mm (62.6 in)
Curb weight	975–1,050 kg (2,149.5–2,314.9 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Suzuki Wagon R+ (Europe)
Successor	Suzuki Ignis; Suzuki Solio (Japan);

The Suzuki Splash is a city car that was introduced to the market in 2008. It was jointly developed by Suzuki Motor Corporation and Opel GmbH, which marketed their version under the name of Agila. Its debut as a concept car took place at the 2006 Paris Motor Show, making its production form debut at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show.^[2]

Markets

Europe

In the European market lineup, the Splash was positioned below the Swift and used a shortened wheelbase version of its chassis. In the Japanese market lineup, however, the car was situated between the Swift and the Suzuki Solio. The model was launched with three versions of petrol engines, a three-cylinder 1.0 liter and two four-cylinder 1.2 liter (1197 cc and 1242 cc) K engines, and a four-cylinder 1.3-liter version of Fiat's MultiJet turbo-diesel engine. The Splash was also marketed as the Vauxhall Agila in the United Kingdom and as the Opel Agila in other European markets. It has different front and rear end styling.

Japan

The Splash was introduced to the Japanese market on 20 October 2008, available with the 1.2-litre engine.^[3]

India

Maruti Suzuki released the Splash in India as Maruti Suzuki Ritz. Maruti Suzuki changed its name because the name "Splash" was already registered by Ford in that market. More than 200,000 Ritz were sold within the first 37 months of release.^[4]

In India, the Maruti Ritz is available in ten specifications; five equipment levels with either petrol or diesel engine options. The petrol variants are powered by Suzuki's 1.2 liter (1197 cc) K12M petrol engine. This light weight all aluminum engine delivers 85 PS (63 kW; 84 hp) of maximum power at 6000 rpm with 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) of maximum torque at 4000 rpm. The mileage it delivers on city roads is around 14.5 km/L, and 18 km/L on highways. The diesel variants of Maruti Ritz are powered by Fiat's 1.3-liter Multijet turbodiesel engine. This engine delivers 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) power of 4000 rpm with 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) of torque of 2000 rpm. The mileage it delivers is 17.7 km/L in the city and on the highway: 21 km/L.

A refreshed Ritz was launched in India in 2012. This version sports a new ZDI variant, three new colors, and improved fuel efficiency.

The Maruti Suzuki Ritz 2015 model was launched with a redesigned trim. The technical specifications remain unchanged. As part of the upgrades the vehicle received a new front fascia with a new grille, headlamps and bumpers. The vehicle is also sports new optional alloy wheels, new seat upholstery, and a new infotainment system.

Others

In Indonesia, the Splash was launched on 21 March 2010 and it was imported from India.^[5] It was initially offered only with manual transmission. The facelifted Splash was launched in the country on 27 April 2013 and also offered with automatic transmission.^[6] Sales ended in 2016.^[7]

In China, it was released by Changhe Suzuki towards the end of 2010.^[8] it was continued to available as Changhe Spla with 1.4-liter petrol engine until 2018 and this car was also offered in South American market. The Splash also went on sale in New Zealand in 2011.

Discontinuation

The Splash was discontinued in Europe at the end of 2014.^[9] It was replaced by the second generation Ignis in early 2016. The Splash was also discontinued in Indonesia in June 2016, while the Ritz was discontinued in India in February 2017.

Gallery

Pre-facelift
2013 facelift
2013 facelift
Interior
Changhe Spla
Opel Agila
Opel Agila
Vauxhall Agila
Concept model
Concept model

References

^ Auto Moto Hors Serie: Les 3000 voitures du monde – Édition 2010 (in French). p. 263. Élaborée sur plate-forme de la Swift, la Splash est moins chère qu'elle, en partie parce qu'elle descend jusqu'au petit 3-cylindres.
^ "Suzuki Splash: Official Images Released". Carscoops. 14 May 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2016.
^ スズキ、「マジャールスズキ社」製の新型コンパクトカー「スプラッシュ」を発売 (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki.co.jp. 21 October 2010. Retrieved 8 August 2011.
^ "RIP – Ritz in Peace!". Autopunditz. 9 October 2016. Retrieved 1 May 2022.
^ "Suzuki Splash Meluncur 21 Maret, Harga Mulai Rp 140 Juta". detikoto (in Indonesian). 5 February 2010. Retrieved 1 May 2022.
^ Ardani, Febri (27 April 2013). "Suzuki: Splash Matik Hadir untuk Menjawab Permintaan Konsumen". Okezone Otomotif (in Indonesian). Retrieved 22 December 2022.
^ Kuswaraharja, Dadan (25 June 2016). "Splash Discontinue, Ini Harapan Komunitas pada Suzuki". detikoto (in Indonesian). Retrieved 1 May 2022.
^ "Upcoming Releases: Suzuki Splash". ChinaAutoWeb.com. 24 July 2010. Retrieved 25 July 2010.
^ "Suzuki cuts output at Hungary plant ahead of model changeover". Automotive News Europe. 14 October 2014.