Suzuki Baleno (EG) 1.6 i 16V (101 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 101 hp (74 kW) and 99 lb-ft (134 Nm), built 1998–2002, sedan body, front-wheel drive. The Suzuki Baleno (EG) has 1 more powerful gasoline version.

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Power101 hp (74 kW)
Torque99 lb-ft (134 Nm)
Top speed103 mph (165 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 i 16V (101 hp) Automatic
Engine codeG16B
Displacement1.6 L (1,590 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-5
Bore75 mm
Stroke90 mm
Engine oil capacity3.5 qt (3.3 l)

Performance

Power101 hp (74 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque99 lb-ft (134 Nm) @ 3000 rpm
Top speed103 mph (165 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City24 mpg (9.7 l/100 km)
Fuel tank13.5 gal (51 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length165.2 in (4,195 mm)
Width66.5 in (1,690 mm)
Height54.7 in (1,390 mm)
Curb weight2,028 lb (920 kg)
Gross vehicle weight2,987 lb (1,355 kg)
Cargo volume12.0 cu ft (340 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionWishbone
Tires175/70 R13
WheelsR13
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 (EG) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.3 i 16V (85 hp)Gasoline85 hp (63 kW)
1.3 i 16V (85 hp) AutomaticGasoline85 hp (63 kW)
1.6 i 16V (98 hp)Gasoline98 hp (72 kW)
1.6 i 16V (98 hp) AutomaticGasoline98 hp (72 kW)
1.8 GT (121 hp)Gasoline121 hp (89 kW)
1.6 i 16V (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TD (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)

← All Suzuki Baleno (EG) engines

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