Suzuki Alto 2007 - 2009 Review

The car was introduced in Egypt in two versions in 2007: the Alto 1.1 and the Alto 0.8 liter. The 0.8 version comes with a small, 796 cc, 3-cylinder, 12-valve engine with multi-point injection, producing 47 hp at 6,200 rpm and 62 Nm of torque at 3,000 rpm. It has a 35-liter fuel tank.

The 1.1 liter version comes with a 1,061 cc, 4-cylinder, in-line, 16-valve, single-overhead cam engine with multi-point injection, producing 62 hp at 6,000 rpm and 85 Nm of torque at 3,200 rpm. Both engines are connected to a 5-speed manual transmission that sends power to the front wheels.

The car boasts fuel economy and a low engine temperature. Performance drawbacks include limited malfunctions in the transmission, such as a bite. The engine noise is also loud. However, in terms of performance, many have confirmed that they travel long distances in the car, but it only offers limited speeds, not exceeding 120 km/h, which is appropriate for its size and engine. Overall, there are no general complaints about the car's engine.

In conclusion, the car's cabin is not considered large, but rather small, slightly larger than the Maruti. It is suitable for its small class of cars and suitable for four passengers, but in the case of Egypt, it accommodates five passengers, but with uncomfortable seating. The rear of the car is also narrow, and should not be used. The front seats are comfortable and reclined to make the back seat feel comfortable. Ultimately, the car is a suitable size for small families and young people.

As for the interior design, it's average, not very good, not bad. The same goes for the upholstery and materials used, but the dashboard layout is good.

There are some complaints about the lack of sufficient availability of car spare parts, in addition to the fact that their prices are not as low as some would expect for a car that is supposed to be one of the cheapest cars in Egypt. Car owners confirmed that the car's spare parts at the dealership are expensive compared to the prices of imported parts from outside the dealership. Despite their limited availability, they are well-available in Tawfikia and from a number of dealers.

Some car owners also confirmed that the spare parts are durable and that replacing them with original parts is better because they are also durable and last for long periods.

The car's ground clearance is 16 cm, making it suitable for Egyptian roads full of bumps. However, the car's drawbacks are that the suspension and upholstery make those in the back seat feel the clicking and bumps violently, while those in the front seat feel less severe.

As for handling bumps, it's good, as we explained, except when there's a load in the rear of the car, which makes it susceptible to friction with bumps. It's also stable on the road up to speeds approaching 120 km/h, after which it experiences vibrations. Car owners also confirmed that the suspension is good, but it needs to be tightened regularly.

There is a good demand for buying and selling Alto cars in Egypt, although it is less popular than Maruti, which is more famous. However, the car is in good demand, especially some models such as the 2009 and 2009, due to its price and capabilities. The car is also preferred by some over its competitors due to its price and excellent fuel consumption. It is less expensive than cars such as the Picanto and Hyundai i10, which is why it is in demand in the market, especially among women, young people, and small families.

The car lacks modern safety features such as ABS, EBD, and airbags, features available in the new 2020 model. Therefore, at the time of its launch, it was almost completely devoid of modern safety features, except for some reinforcements to the car body and brakes, including:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Rear drum brakes

The car was subjected to 24-hour endurance tests

Shock absorbers on the front and sides

The cabin is built robustly to protect the driver and passenger, although some complain about the weakness of the car's exterior body.

Side protection beams

4 internal seat belts

4 height-adjustable headrests

A door open indicator

لا يتوفر للسيارة كماليات عديدة حديثة ولكن ما توفر لها مناسب لامكانياتها وسعرها وحجمها بشكل عام وان كان يمكن زيادة الكماليات المطروحة فيها والتي تشمل : 

جنوط صلب 

جنوط 12 بوصة للنسخة 0.8 لتر 

جنوط 13 بوصة للنسخة 1.1 لتر

ويتوفر للسيارة زجاج خلفي حراري

مساحات بسرعتين  

- وبالنسبة للنسخة 0.8 لتر تأتي بالتجهيزات التالية :

زجاج كهربائي أمامي

تكييف هواء

باور ستيرينج الكتروني

سنتر لوك

مرايا خارجية بتحكم داخلي 

فتح خزان الوقود من الداخل.

- أما النسخة 1.1 لتر فتأتي بـ:

نفس التجهيزات السابقة بالاضافة الي راديو سي دي وعداد RPM .