Suzuki S-Cross 2023 review | This small SUV has a higher price than it should!

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The Suzuki S-Cross 2023 update saw the model range trimmed, but prices went up significantly. And it can't really justify the jumps.
That's the general gist of the new-look S-Cross compact SUV, which competes with the likes of the Kia Seltos, Nissan Qashqai and Mitsubishi ASX, but costs thousands more in base-model trim than any of those SUVs.
Sure, the S-Cross is AWD across the board, and has a good little turbo-petrol engine, but according to family reviewer Emily Agar, it costs too much and feels too outdated when you compared to its more stylish rivals.
So, does it have any other redeeming features? And is the revised appearance actually better than the old model? Tell us your thoughts below.
#suzuki #suzukiscross #review
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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
00:12 Pricing and features
01:11 Design
02:14 Practicality
07:24 Driving
08:31 Efficiency
08:58 Safety
09:27 Ownership
09:57 Verdict
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@bellini2535 11 ай бұрын

When it comes to reliability, maintenance and repair, you will thank them for the old school stuff. Some of these modern electronic gimmicks just serve to make repairs a nightmare, while some are unnecessary. It's not difficult at all to adjust a seat manually, to use a manual handbrake etc. Dead easy and offers peace of mind, takes worry off having to constantly think about what if they break.

@AlfFieldArt Жыл бұрын

I have the FWD version. I find it to be a good drive. The 6 speed manual gearbox is notchy from new, but I'm hoping this will improve with use. This is particularly noticeable going from neutral to first at traffic lights. The seating comfort is very good - and heated which works well. Android Auto is excellent, as is the reversing camera and sensor system. The car looks good in my opinion - I have the grey version as in this review. There are a good range of extras as standard, which makes for a satisfying new owner experience. I do not like the lane departure system because it affects steering input quite significantly when switching lanes - for me it upsets the driving experience. The engine is a solid performer, with good initial acceleration for a family car. The engine note is pleasing when pushing through the rev range. Fuel economy is very good too, aided by the mild hybrid setup. It's quite interesting to watch how the hybrid battery recharges on long steep decents. I think there is a 'nack' to learning how to maximise this technology - using braking effect to recharge that hybrid battery. All in all, I am pleased to be driving the Suzy. Where I live they are not very commonplace so it makes it a touch different from the ubiquitous Nissans and Kias.

@marinoint Жыл бұрын

The sunroof opening is one of the largest on the market, making it perfect for people who loves convertibles but need the space of a SUV.

@Totes_Masc Жыл бұрын

I like this review. Pragmatic and genuine criticism is helpful. Thanks

@Andrew-dc7nl Жыл бұрын

For a bit more I could get a top of the range forester or even a base model Pajero Sport. And for way way less (15K) I could get a top of the range Stonic. So weird.

@maxd4968 Жыл бұрын

We just bought a forester s for 51 so quite a bit more

@Andrew-dc7nl Жыл бұрын

@@maxd4968 You might find that the Suzuki Allgrip prestige is currently $50,946 drive away (in a colour) and the Forester S is $51,940. $994 difference is minimal when you compare what you get in these 2 vehicles. You can get a base model 4WD Pajero sport for only $52,240 ($1294 more) or a comparable (to the Suzuki) top of the range Seltos for $45,810. Clearly Suzuki isn’t interested in selling cars anymore.

@ivanpekic3544 Жыл бұрын

@@Andrew-dc7nl Just in your country I guess. In my country they start from 23 and a top of the line one is 30

@WatchGeek 10 ай бұрын

Yup, in Europe they are dirt cheap compared to competitors

@sukhoiromantic1718 Жыл бұрын

Looking at the interior, it's not soft touch and stylish but it looks like its gonna stay in good nick for a long time, same as things like 10 year old plus Swifts, SX4s you see for sale. If you are gonna keep the car for a long time and its gonna have to deal with all the crap a bunch of kids are gonna throw at it its easier to understand. Plus a conventional 6spd torque converter auto in Aus spec cars (one of the euro spec cars gets a robotised manual, yuck) rather than a fragile CVT or Dual clutch. I reckon its gonna be a good car for someone who is gonna keep it a while or put on lots of kays relative to some other 'nicer' options. I like it.

@philryan7254 3 ай бұрын

Good morning that was a excellent review of this car I have watched a few videos on this car thinking about buying one but watching your video iam thinking about buying something else...cheers Phil from Newark

@francmedic7917 Жыл бұрын

En que país vive usted? En EU el AWD AT cuesta 29 k€, y estoy encantado con él. En el mercado europeo no existe otro automóvil que por ese precio brinde las mismas prestaciones.

@kelvpoon Жыл бұрын

The front copies forester, the back a rav4, the interior a Mitsubishi and a Hyundai. That said - much better than the old one.

@1redgate8 2 ай бұрын

i'll take the reliability and old school...thank you very much! but yes, price is a coupla K's high imo.

@tonyz9066 Жыл бұрын

If I want to spend more, I definitely will go to other Japanese brands, if I want save some money, haval h6 or GT base model is best choice

@user-pd1ww3nk1g 2 ай бұрын

Would you consider reviewing an ignis in a manual?

@davidbray6515 Жыл бұрын

Do you no if the warranty and the roadside assist is the same all countries because in England the roadside assist is only 1 year and the car warranty is 3 years

@wrigzzx Жыл бұрын

I saw this review and thought it couldn't be that bad. I was wrong. As indicated if it was cheaper it would be a good contender. It's missing out on too much at that price and the quality of materials looks quite horrible.

@mrgurulittle7000 Жыл бұрын

@Jake Wrigley. What the f*ck!!! It is a great car!! Go check it out yourself!

@SEANFOX7 Жыл бұрын

Could you explain, what a lid is?

@Mist3man4423 Жыл бұрын

I agree, its a quite sharp looking car upfront but rear is too 'squared' up.

@lew868 5 ай бұрын

Im thinking about getting this car with coil overs

@tungstencarbide7255 Жыл бұрын

Aren’t those back seats meant for kids? Great review.

@kresimirtopolovec9162 Жыл бұрын

Whaat, it's like 29000 USD here for all grip prestige version

@marksargent2908 Жыл бұрын

Which is $43K in $Aus

@ramanjitsingh4340 10 ай бұрын

Heck even suzuki offered panoramic sunroof yet mazda never offered

@eleftheriosanagnostopoulos1399 Жыл бұрын

its australian dollars so pretty much same price as in Europe:

@indrabendi3300 Жыл бұрын

Made in india🤔, looks awesome

@wrigzzx Жыл бұрын

I like the look and I quite like the rear but I think the rear tail lights will look better in some colours

@maxd4968 8 ай бұрын

It’s made in Hungry

@mrhowmuch Жыл бұрын

Suzuki didn’t hold back on the sunroof , nice…

@grantreid8583 Жыл бұрын

The sun roof is my main dislike they tend to leak eventually. Most have channels that drain down the pillars and block up allowing water to come in at floor level.

@MrTonifumi Жыл бұрын

Crazy pricing. Why would you buy this over a CX30??? Seriously.

@wosamosman9814 Жыл бұрын

Why would you buy this over any other car 😂. Whether cars in the same segment or even bigger you're better off getting anything else 😅.

@ivanpekic3544 Жыл бұрын

@@wosamosman9814 Why?

@wosamosman9814 Жыл бұрын

@Ivan Pekic No new engines for eg ( no upgrade whether in power or efficiency ) Interior severely lacking ( 1 usb port , no rear vents , basic screen , no digital gauge cluster) The price is ridiculous for what you get .

@ivanpekic3544 Жыл бұрын

@@wosamosman9814 The price is 25k euros in my country. A semi well equipped Hyundai i10 is 16k euros

@wosamosman9814 Жыл бұрын

@Ivan Pekic Makes sense but in Australia way too many better and cheaper alternatives in the same segment like the Kia Seltos , Hyundai Kona , Toyota CH-R , Yaris Cross and Corolla Cross , Honda HR-V , ZR-V and CR-V , Nissan Qashqai, X-Trail for similar money

@sv6k0a39 Жыл бұрын

Almost 45k for a Suzuki.... ur joking right?

@Andrew-dc7nl Жыл бұрын

You mean 51K drive away.

@AdolfRizzler41 Жыл бұрын

@@Andrew-dc7nl in india this should be around 20k-35k

@mattouli Жыл бұрын

Gosh you really do complain about everything ! lol

@bullinobull5158 9 ай бұрын

Emily you can buy a HOLDEN and rate it 10/10.ha ha ha

@ptn2452 Жыл бұрын

You lost me at the rear end.

@nkzag555 Жыл бұрын

its not made in Japan with such high price. Will lost its market for sure.

@sad6549775 Жыл бұрын

Suzuki is kidding themselves across their entire range. I think they thought the pandemic craze would continue. In Asia, their cars are fine due to all the import fees but down under, they feel 15 years behind. This car should be 12k less or similar to MG that I see everywhere.

@grantreid8583 Жыл бұрын

The suzuki will still be around when the MG is just a pile of rust.

@sad6549775 Жыл бұрын

@@grantreid8583 Hey, all about hating a company through feelings. But, numbers and facts don't care about feelings. It is selling like hot cakes here for a reason.

@elviscalcina9717 Жыл бұрын

Mg quality is just rubbish,can't compare with a Suzuki.

@Andrew-dc7nl Жыл бұрын

202KW AWD subaru WRX only 4K more 🤪🤣🤣🤣

@ingmarlangerak8973 11 ай бұрын

Suzuki is not for the wining aussies with huge overweight!

@lukuscannon9697 Жыл бұрын

Nice little car but I think it's $10,000 overpriced

@elviscalcina9717 Жыл бұрын

There are no more cheap cars, a new Dacia costs almost like a Mazda now.

@robertceroli3512 Жыл бұрын

For that price you can score a CX5 ,Forrester,RAV4 full size suv not compact

@ivanpekic3544 Жыл бұрын

Depends on the market

@13adgoa76 Жыл бұрын

Why suzuki cars are expensive??

@ingmarlangerak8973 11 ай бұрын

The build quality is amazing and they never break down. Maintaining is cheap🎉

@gardaloops4190 7 ай бұрын

in your country...

@eminemme100 Жыл бұрын

It’s a doomed model

@sebaslive3476 4 ай бұрын

you are absolutly right. If you are taller than 1,80m you can't buy this car, because your hair/head almost touches the roof on the drivers seat. The quality isn't good, no usb ports, etc. You can get here now for 25000€ 4WD fully loaded comfort+, but its still too much. A new CX 30 is about 26500€