Suzuki Baleno Combi (EG) 1.8 i 16V (121 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 121 hp (89 kW) and 112 lb-ft (152 Nm), built 1996–2000, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power121 hp (89 kW)
Torque112 lb-ft (152 Nm)
0–62 mph10.5 s
Top speed115 mph (185 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.8 i 16V (121 hp) Automatic
Engine codeJ18A
Displacement1.8 L (1,840 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-8
Bore84 mm
Stroke83 mm
Engine oil capacity5.0 qt (4.7 l)

Performance

Power121 hp (89 kW) @ 6200 rpm
Torque112 lb-ft (152 Nm) @ 3400 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)10.5 s
Top speed115 mph (185 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City23 mpg (10.4 l/100 km)
Fuel tank13.5 gal (51 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length171.1 in (4,345 mm)
Width66.5 in (1,690 mm)
Height57.5 in (1,460 mm)
Curb weight2,502 lb (1,135 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,505 lb (1,590 kg)
Cargo volume13.2 cu ft (375 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionWishbone
Tires185/60 R14 H
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Suzuki Baleno with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Suzuki Baleno Combi (EG) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 i 16V (98 hp)Gasoline98 hp (72 kW)
1.6 i 16V (98 hp) AutomaticGasoline98 hp (72 kW)
1.8 i 16V (121 hp)Gasoline121 hp (89 kW)
1.3 i 16V (85 hp)Gasoline85 hp (63 kW)
1.6 i 16V (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.6 i 16V (96 hp) 4WDGasoline96 hp (71 kW)
1.9 TD (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)

← All Suzuki Baleno Combi (EG) engines

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