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Fuel economy isn't fantastic, but it's good for engines this size: the 1.6 returns 41mpg in 2WD form or 39.8mpg in 4WD models, and the diesel delivers 44.8mpg (2WD) or 42.8mpg (4WD).
Carbon dioxide output from the 1.6 is 165g/km (2WD) or 170 g/km (4WD), and the diesel, which has a particulate filter, returns 166g/km or 174 g/km.
That means that there's not a lot of savings to be made in terms of fuel consumption or tax by opting for the diesel - you're going to have to cover thousands of miles to make up for the extra this engine costs to buy in the first place, which is why Suzuki anticipates most of its UK customers will opt for the petrol. It's a shame the excellent, super-economical Fiat 1.3-litre Multijet diesel engine's not an option.
Servicing and repair costs are generally low at Suzuki dealers, and insurance costs aren't too high (all those sensible older Suzuki owners lead to a low risk assessment). Residual values stay quite strong, too, for some Suzuki models, as they are well-respected for their durability and have a faithful following on the second-hand market. Four-wheel drive Suzukis are particularly popular with used buyers, especially in rural areas.
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