Suzuki Estilo – A little hatchback car that suits the city life.

Suzuki Estilo is an Indian Edition of the Japanese Suzuki MR Wagon car manufactured by Maruti Suzuki Company from 2006 to 2014. Estilo’s Tall-boy shape, low-cost maintenance, and fuel efficiency made it very popular for city use.

🔹 1. Shape & Finish (Design & Styling)
Tall-boy hatchback shape – easy handle in town
Wagon R style, but curved front & rear
Inside space is up – headroom is good
Build Quality: Budget car (plastic parts are not suitable for harsh use)
🔴 Estimates score: 6.5/10
🔹 2. Engine & Performance (Engine & Performance)
1.0L G10B – an old engine, but reliable
1.1L K-Series – smooth, fuel-efficient
Good for city driving, underpowered on highways
Light steering – easy on traffic
🔴 Estimates score: 6.8/10
🔹 3. Fuel Efficiency
1.0L: 14–16 km/L (city) | 17–18 km/L (highway)
1.1L: 15–17 km/L (city) | 18–20 km/L (highway)
A top-tier fuel economy among competitive models
🔴 Estimates score: 8.2/10
🔹 4. Ride & Handling (Ride & Handling)
Suspension system is easy in soft bumps.
Body roll is felt during ups and downs as well as in high fries.
Highway stability – Normal. Not fit for high speed. (Due to high taxes and lightness)
Braking: Drum brakes – Normal.
⚪ Estimates score: 6/10
🔹 5. Features (Features)
Power steering/windows, AC – only in higher trims
Audio system with Aux (newer versions)
No ABS/airbags in most models – safety feature එකක් අහිමි
🔴 Estimated score: 5.5/10
🔹 6. Maintenance & Reliability
✅ Low cost servicing
✅ Spare parts can be easily searched
✅ Easy to run in town.
✅ with high spaces
✅ Low turning radius – easy to handle. Small road in town, super easy at tight parking.
✅ Easy front seats (Front seats)
✅ High resale value
❌ Clutch, gearbox & plastic interior parts – can be weakened over time
❌ AC system and suspension time can also be weak. But the spare parts are easily found. The repair is not difficult.
❌ Drop in engine performance over time – Engine can show less efficiency over time.
❌Gearbox issues reported in old models – Be aware of the gearbox in used vehicles
❌ Suspension wear with heavy use – Suspension system will affect at maximum price.
🔴 Estimated score: 7.5/10
🔹 7. Resale Value (Resale Value)
Demand in the market is in high condition due to Maruti Suzuki brand
Good condition. High demand for vehicles. Auto versions are better than resale
🔴 Estimates score: 7/10

✅Who would this vehicle be best suited?
🔸Best choice for city use
🔸 Those who are going to search for a vehicle in the first term.
🔸 For small families
🔸 Student / Delivery / Office use
🔸 For those who watch Fuel economy
🔸 Those who need a vehicle for the budget
🔸 If you need a low-maintenance
🔸 For families with older people
Think again.
If you need safety features
Modern infotainment/tech system is needed
For those who need long-distance driving

✅ Tips in public use
🔸 Make sure you don’t get exposed to emergency low temperatures/temperatures (Interior/Dashboard )
🔸 UV protectant spray / polish යෙදීම
🔸 If you replace spare parts, you can easily find Mira / Alto compatible parts
🔸 Used Japan genuine parts – most suitable
🔸 Plastic parts like Door handle, dashboard trim, A/C knobs should be used carefully.

✅ Current purchases available:
From Rs. 3.5M – 4.3M (2010–2012 Estilo models, mileage and status vary)
🧾 total score average: 6.8/10
➡️ When this is considered a Budget Hatchback – a fitting choice as a used vehicle.
➡️ As the new vehicle prices rise, Estilo is a city-use hatchback that can be purchased at no hefty cost.