Suzuki has decided to extend the ‘VAT free’ offer on its Alto city car until the end of March 2013, probably in response to the imminent arrival of a certain sub-£6k car from Romania.
Indeed, the blurb from Suzuki even says that the entry-level Alto SZ - now available for £5,999 - is ‘priced at just four pounds more than its closest competitor’. Of course, that rival is the Dacia Sandero, which will cost from £5,995 when sales begin later this month.
Deciding between the two could be a tricky decision, as one offers more space and safety features, while the other boasts better equipment levels and greater efficiency:
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Indeed, the blurb from Suzuki even says that the entry-level Alto SZ - now available for £5,999 - is ‘priced at just four pounds more than its closest competitor’. Of course, that rival is the Dacia Sandero, which will cost from £5,995 when sales begin later this month.
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| The Suzuki Alto... |
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| ...and the Dacia Sandero. |
Deciding between the two could be a tricky decision, as one offers more space and safety features, while the other boasts better equipment levels and greater efficiency:
| Model | Suzuki Alto SZ | Dacia Sandero Access |
|---|---|---|
| OTR price | £5,999 | £5,995 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Doors | Five | Five |
| Length | 3,500 mm (11’ 6”) | 4,057 mm (13’ 4”) |
| Width | 1,600 mm (5’ 3”) | 1,733 mm (5’ 8”) |
| Height | 1,470 mm (4’ 10”) | 1,523 mm (5’ 0”) |
| Boot space | 129 litres | 320 litres |
| Engine | ||
| Type | 3-cylinder petrol | 4-cylinder petrol |
| Capacity | 996 cc | 1,149 cc |
| Power | 67 bhp (50 kW / 68 PS) | 74 bhp (55 kW / 75 PS) |
| Torque | 90 Nm (66 lb/ft) | 107 Nm (78 lb/ft) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Performance | ||
| 0-62 mph (100 km/h) | 13.5 secs | 14.5 secs |
| Top speed | 96 mph (155 km/h) | 97 mph (156 km/h) |
| Efficiency | ||
| Combined fuel consumption | 65.7 mpg (4.3 l/100km) | 47.9 mpg (5.9 l/100km) |
| CO2 emissions | 99 g/km | 135 g/km |
| Equipment | ||
| Wheels | 14” steel | 15” steel |
| Airbags | Two | Four |
| Electronic stability | No | Yes |
| Brakes | ABS, front discs / rear drums | ABS, front discs / rear discs |
| Power steering | Yes | Yes |
| Standard body colour | White or red | White only |
| Metallic paint | Five shades, £399 cost option | Not available |
| Body-colour bumpers | Yes | No |
| Audio | Radio / CD player, two speakers | No |
| Windows | Electric front / manual rear | Manual |
| Central locking | Yes | No |
| Air conditioning | No | No |
| Tinted glass | Yes | Yes |
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