Lower road tax for new look Suzuki Sx4

The Suzuki SX4 hatchback has a new look and a new fine-tuned 1.5 engine line-up. It means lower CO2 emissions, lower road tax and lower fuel consumption. Suzuki has cut CO2 emissions and raised fuel economy with the new 1.5 engine, which has variable valve timing (VVT) has a 10% increase in power and performance over the previous model. The power output is now 82KW (109BPH) and it develops 145Nm Torque at 4400rpm. The new engine has CO2 emissions of just 139g/km, road tax of €156 with fuel consumption (combined) of 6.1 L/100km (46mpg), an 11% increase in fuel efficiency over the previous model. A short turning radius, relatively short gear ratios, a highly rigid body structure, and suspension tuned for the road make for a nimble, fun driving experience that has endeared the SX4 hatchback to the motoring public. Now, extensive new noise-cutting measures promote occupant comfort and the Suzuki engineers have included a larger engine undercover, refined propeller-shaft damper and a new shift device cover. In the body, they included increased body parts rigidity and refined internal materials. These yield higher noise-insulation and noise-absorption performance, thereby keeping engine noise and other external noise out of the cabin more effectively. Rear disc brakes are newly fitted to the SX4 hatchback, which has become one of the most affordable cars to have an antilock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution function and six airbags. The SX4 hatchback is well placed in the emerging crossover sector. Suzuki says it has an ideal combination of style, space, high driving position, hatchback practicality, and fuel economy, which has made it a winner with the buying public. And its strong, eye-catching exterior styling shows that it's an urban necessity with a sense of fun. The SX4 1490cc GLX hatchback is available in Cosmic Black, Silky Silver, Kashmir Blue, Galactic Grey, Bright Red, Sunlight Copper for €17,385. See suzuki.ie for more.