Suzuki Liana
The unlikely television star that served as Top Gear's first 'Reasonably Priced Car'.
- Power
- 105 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.8 s
- Top speed
- 109 mph
- Est. value
- $1k–$4k
About the Suzuki Liana
The Suzuki Liana, an acronym for 'Life In A New Age', was a practical but otherwise unremarkable compact car that achieved unexpected global fame. It served as the 'Reasonably Priced Car' for the first seven series of the rebooted Top Gear television programme, driven by dozens of celebrities around the Dunsfold Aerodrome track. While the road car was noted for its tall 'aerovantage' styling and digital dashboard, it was primarily valued for its reliability and interior space rather than performance. In 2004, the model received a facelift that replaced the digital instruments with conventional analogue dials and updated the exterior styling.
Suzuki Liana specs
The Suzuki Liana produces 105 bhp (78 kW) and 144 Nm (106 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.8 seconds and has a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h).
| Make | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Model | Liana |
| Trim | 1.6 |
| Years | 2001–2007 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Original price | About $14,000 when new |
| Engine | 1.6-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,586 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 105 bhp (78 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 144 Nm (106 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.8 s |
| Top speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,165 kg (2,568 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 90 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Suzuki Liana worth?
A typical Suzuki Liana is estimated to be worth $1,000 – $4,000 (about £746 – £3,000).
Its original price when new was about $14,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Suzuki Liana rarity in CarSpot
The Suzuki Liana 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 Liana fun facts
- The Liana remained the benchmark for Top Gear celebrities for years, as it was brought back whenever a Formula 1 driver visited to ensure a fair comparison on the leaderboard.
- Despite its modest 105 hp, the Liana proved remarkably durable, surviving hundreds of laps of hard track use by novice celebrity drivers.
- The fastest Formula 1 driver to ever lap the Liana was Daniel Ricciardo, who set a time of 1:42.2, beating Lewis Hamilton's long-standing record.