Suzuki Alto (5th generation)
A no-nonsense city car that prioritised economy and simplicity over all else.
- Power
- 63 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 14.3 s
- Top speed
- 96 mph
About the Suzuki Alto
The fifth-generation Suzuki Alto, particularly in its 1.1 GL facelifted form, served as a cornerstone of affordable motoring in the early 2000s. Produced by Maruti Suzuki in India for the European market, it featured a simple 16-valve four-cylinder engine that offered surprising pep for its featherweight 805 kg kerb weight. While the interior was basic and heavily reliant on hard plastics, its compact dimensions and tight turning circle made it an ideal urban runabout. Today, it is remembered as a durable, low-maintenance vehicle that provided honest transportation during the transition to more complex modern city cars.
Suzuki Alto specs
The Suzuki Alto produces 63 bhp (47 kW) and 85 Nm (63 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 14.3 seconds and has a top speed of 96 mph (155 km/h).
| Make | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Model | Alto |
| Generation | Fifth Generation (5th generation) |
| Trim | 1.1 GL |
| Years | 1998–2009 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 1.1-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,061 cc (1.1 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 63 bhp (47 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 85 Nm (63 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 14.3 s |
| Top speed | 96 mph (155 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 805 kg (1,775 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 78 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Suzuki Alto rarity in CarSpot
The Suzuki Alto is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Suzuki Alto fun facts
- Though badged as a Suzuki in Europe, this generation was actually manufactured by Maruti Suzuki in India and exported to the West.
- The 1.1-litre F10D engine was a rare four-cylinder option in a segment where three-cylinder engines were the standard.
- At its launch, the Alto was one of the cheapest new cars on sale in the UK, often priced under £6,000.
