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Who is the Suzuki Dzire a good car for?
What is the Suzuki Dzire like to drive?
Tech and features in the Suzuki Dzire model
Similar cars to the Suzuki Dzire
Is the Suzuki Dzire a good car?
As far as budget cars go, the Dzire is a good choice.
Who is the Dzire a good car for?
The Suzuki Dzire is a great car for new drivers, pensioners, or anyone looking for a small, affordable and manoeuvrable car with a bit of boot space.
Is the Suzuki Dzire a good first car?
Yes, the Dzire is a good first car, especially from a budget-oriented perspective. It's very light on fuel, cheap to service and easy to drive. It has ABS brakes with brake assist and a full-sized spare wheel. Two airbags are standard across the board. Most impressively, stability control was also added to all models. This is a safety feature that prevents wheels from skidding and prevents you from
Is the Suzuki Dzire a good family car?
It's perfect for small families (of two to four people) who need a practical little runabout with enough boot space for the kids' school bags and other paraphernalia. A small stroller should fit inside the Dzire's boot, but before you buy, take your baby buggy or pram along to the dealership to make sure it fits. There are ISOFIX anchorage points on the outer rear seats for the kiddie seats.
Is there a Hybrid Dzire?
No. All South African models are fitted with a 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated engine, along with a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic gearbox.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewer's opinion
The Dzire may have only 61kW under its bonnet, but coupled with its low kerb weight it's not too much of a slow coach. If you want to squeeze the maximum amount of power from its 1.2-litre engine, we recommend opting for a Dzire with a manual transmission. - Ané Albertse, AutoTrader.
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What does it look like?
What is the Suzuki Dzire like inside?
The Dzire is solidly built despite being a budget offering, and all the controls are within easy reach of the driver's hands.
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Tech & features
GL models have Bluetooth, USB port, a 12-V power socket in the front and rear. All models have remote central locking and electric windows in the front and rear. GL models also have electric-adjustable side mirrors. A heated rear screen is standard across the board.
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Price
Which is the cheapest Suzuki Dzire?
The Dzire 1.2 GA is the most affordable, at R189 900. (Pricing was correct according to the Suzuki price list on 19 September 2022.)
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How much does it cost?
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GA, R189 900
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL, R207 900
Suzuki Dzire 1.2 GL auto, R221 900
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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