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37-519: The Opel Karl is a city car with a hatchback manufactured by GM Korea and marketed by Opel as a rebadged and restyled variant of the fourth-generation Chevrolet Spark (M400) , replacing the Suzuki -sourced Agila in Opel's range. Named after Adam Opel 's eldest son Carl , the city car was discontinued following the sale of Opel to PSA Group in 2019. General Motors marketed a rebadged variant in

74-824: A diesel version was available, powered by Fiat 's 1.3-litre Multijet engine. An arrangement with Subaru resulted in the Hungarian-manufactured Ignis being sold alongside the Suzuki-badged model in Europe as the Subaru G3X Justy . Apart from the slightly larger fog lights, different front bumper and grille, plus badging—the Subaru was identical to the Suzuki. Subaru debuted the Justy at

111-594: A result of increasing costs to comply with stricter safety and especially emissions standards, which makes minicars nearly unprofitable, especially considering that for most models from European brands this is the only market. In the United States, minicar segment cars represented 0.5% of the market share. In 2020 the highest selling minicar segment cars in the U.S. were the Chevrolet Spark , Mitsubishi Mirage and Mini Cooper . In India, historically

148-568: A seven-inch display with IntelliLink and OnStar systems, and optional - heated front seats, heated steering wheel, electric sunroof and 16-inch alloy wheels. The Opel Karl was not sold in all European markets. It was not regularly available in Norway, Sweden, CIS countries, Malta, Eastern Balkans (including Bulgaria and Romania), Greece, Turkey, nor Cyprus. The Karl had its second world premiere held in Rijeka, Croatia in 2015. In October 2018, it

185-519: A small 4WD concept car, called the "Suzuki iM-4" at the 85th Geneva International Motor Show . On 30 October 2015, the production version, known as the Ignis was exhibited at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show . On 21 January 2016, Suzuki officially announced the launch of the Ignis for the first time in the Japanese market. The car is powered with two versions of the 1.25-litre K12C inline-four engine :

222-613: A standard petrol and a mild hybrid with 3Ah lithium-ion battery placed under the front passenger seat to store energy and incorporates an idle stop function operated via the Integrated Starter Generator (ISG). The hybrid components add only 6.2 kg (14 lb) to the overall weight of the car. The engine produces 91 PS (67 kW; 90 hp) and 118 N⋅m (87 lb⋅ft) of torque. The mild hybrid motor produces 3.1 PS (2.3 kW; 3.1 hp) and 50 N⋅m (37 lb⋅ft) of torque. The engine

259-401: A third in 2020, which translates to nearly 400,000 fewer sales and means the segment loses market share as the overall market is down 24%. As a result, this segment now makes up 6.8% of the total European car market, down from 7.7% last year. And their share is expected to shrink further in coming years, as manufacturers are pulling out of this segment or switching their models to EV-only. This is

296-570: A top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph). The Sport ceased production in 2005. It was only available in a limited selection of colours: red, blue, silver, black and yellow. Various optional extras were available including metallic pedals, driving lights in the bumper and front mesh grille. Revealed as the Chevrolet YGM1 concept car at the 33rd Tokyo Motor Show in 1999, the Chevrolet Cruze (codenamed HR51S and HR81S) derived from

333-932: A touch screen entertainment system (replacing the 300/300BT stereo unit) and a "Winter Pack" comprising heated seats, steering wheel, and door mirrors. City car A-segment sales represented approximately 7–8% of the market in the 2010s. It is approximately equivalent to the kei car class in Japan. As of 2021, the A-segment category size spans from approximately 2.7 metres (110 in) to 3.7 metres (150 in). Body styles for A-segment cars in Europe are always hatchbacks . But as crossovers gain popularity, new models may shift to resemble crossovers. Examples of crossover city cars include Suzuki Ignis and Toyota Aygo X . Other body styles such as sedans are not present in this segment because these shapes largely prove impractical at typical A-segment dimensions. In 2020

370-608: Is an automobile nameplate that was first produced by Suzuki in 2000 as a subcompact car , replacing the Suzuki Cultus , and subsequently as a crossover -styled city car from 2016. The Cultus retailed under various names globally, notably as the Suzuki Swift . While the Cultus-based Swift was replaced by the Ignis in Europe and Australasia, Japanese models were in fact badged Suzuki Swift —thus debuting

407-483: Is from the GM engine family. Dimensionally very similar to its predecessor, it is 115 mm (4.5 in) lower, making it almost the same size as the more expensive three-door Opel Adam . Equipment includes six airbags, ESC with hill start assist , Tyre Pressure Monitoring System ( TPMS ), electric power steering, cruise control, rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, automatic climate control, start-stop system ,

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444-674: Is mated to 5-speed manual and CVT , both available for FWD and AWD configuration. The second generation Ignis features styling elements referencing the Suzuki Cervo SS20 from 1977, including embossed vent motifs referencing the rear cooling vents from the SS20. The European-spec Ignis is almost similar as Japanese-spec. Powered with the same 1.25-litre petrol and mild hybrid engines. The European-spec produces 1 PS (0.7 kW; 1.0 hp) less and 2 N⋅m (1.5 lb⋅ft) more than Japanese-spec. The mild hybrid system produces

481-667: The Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2003, going on sale immediately after. Two AWD drive models were available—1.3- and 1.5-litre petrols; there was also a FWD, 1.3-litre turbocharged diesel model. The G3X Justy was not sold in United Kingdom or Ireland in right-hand-drive. The G3X Justy was transferred in 2007 to the Daihatsu Boon/Sirion (M300) . On 3 March 2015, Suzuki released details of

518-566: The HT51S model code to the 1.3-liter model, with the 1.5-liter versions allocated the HT81S code. With exception of the Ignis Sport, Suzuki did not offer the three-door model in Japan. Likewise, the 1.5-liter engine was unavailable outside of the Ignis Sport range in export markets, with the 1.3-litre version offered being detuned to 61 kW (83 PS; 82 hp). The standard transmission

555-516: The "Swift" name in that market. The word " ignis " is Latin for "fire". As a result of a venture project between General Motors (GM) and Suzuki, the Ignis, from 2001 also formed the basis of the Chevrolet Cruze . The Cruze sold throughout Japan as a Chevrolet, with Australasian -market versions badged Holden Cruze . From 2003, Suzuki of Europe adopted a lengthened version of the Cruze as

592-544: The 1.5-litre car in LS and LT trims, with the 1.3 confined to Suzuki's Arena, available in E and X trims. The vehicle was also in compliance with Japanese government dimension regulations to capitalize on the associated tax benefits to further encourage sales. After a delay triggered by unfavourable exchange rates from Japan, Holden introduced the Cruze to the Australian market on 1 July 2002. New door trims were fitted and

629-571: The 1.5-litre delivered 73 kW (99 PS; 98 hp) and 143 N⋅m (105 lbf⋅ft). Both front- (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) layouts were offered, the all-wheel system being an electronically-controlled setup. This system utilises an electromagnetic controlling device that receives signals from the anti-lock braking system . Both the 1.3 and 1.5 models could be specified with either FWD or AWD. To maximise sales penetration, Japanese-market Cruzes were sold at both GM AutoWorld and Suzuki Arena sales channels. AutoWorld dealerships stocked

666-559: The A-segment cars had the highest sales. Sales have been in decline in recent years, falling from 70,000 sales per month in 2014 to 47,000 sales per month in 2016. As of 2019, several A-segment cars had successes outside Europe, such as Hyundai Grand i10 , Honda Brio , Kia Picanto , Tata Tiago , Toyota Wigo , Suzuki Celerio , Suzuki Wagon R , Suzuki/Maruti Alto , Ford Figo , Smart ForTwo , Citroën C1 , Peugeot 108 , and modern Fiat 500 . Suzuki Ignis The Suzuki Ignis ( Japanese : スズキ・イグニス , Hepburn : Suzuki Igunisu )

703-627: The European market in Esztergom , Hungary by Magyar Suzuki . Suzuki in Japan did not utilise the Cruze modifications for its own Suzuki-badged model due to the presence of the Chevrolet version in that market. The 1.3-litre version came as manual FWD, with the 1.5-litre manufactured in FWD form with both manual and automatic transmission, or as a manual transmission AWD via viscous coupling . Also,

740-553: The Suzuki Ignis. The development of the Cruze departed from the original five-door hatchback Suzuki as a sport utility vehicle (SUV). Despite the Chevrolet branding, the YGM1, like the production car, was the work of GM's Australian arm, Holden . The YGM1 design team were given just 12 weeks to conceive the concept, styled by Peter Hughes under the direction of Holden's then chief designer, Michael Simcoe. The revamped interior

777-753: The Suzuki Ignis—representing a facelift of the original Ignis. In the same year, Subaru adopted the car as the Subaru G3X Justy , also exclusive to Europe. The first series of the Ignis (codenamed HT51S and HT81S) was manufactured as a three- and five-door hatchback , powered by a new generation of Suzuki inline-four petrol engines, the M family . This family featured DOHC , four valves per cylinder and variable valve timing . Engines were offered in two displacements: 1.3 litres ( M13A ) and 1.5 litres ( M15A ), with power outputs of 65 kW (88 PS; 87 hp) ( JIS ) and 81 kW (110 PS; 109 hp) (JIS), respectively. Suzuki assigned

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814-576: The United Kingdom as the Vauxhall Viva , resurrecting an old nameplate from 1963 to 1979. The Karl is a rebadged and restyled variant of the fourth-generation Chevrolet Spark , manufactured in South Korea . With fuel consumption reaching 4.3 L/100 km (66 mpg ‑imp ), the Karl's 1.0 L (999 cc) three-cylinder direct injection engine making 55 kW (75 PS)

851-435: The amber versions fitted to the original. Production ended in 2006. Following its use in the 2002 World Rally Championship season , Suzuki introduced the Ignis Sport in 2003, a performance-oriented version based on the three-door body style. Badged the "Swift Sport" in Japan, the performance model utilised the same 1.5-litre engine as the regular car, but with power increased to 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp). The engine

888-475: The concept. Powertrains are identical to those fitted to the Suzuki, with 1.3- and 1.5-litre inline-four engines offered and coupled to either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. The M13A -equipped models were given the model code HR51S , with the M15A versions designated HR81S . The 1.3-litre was rated at 65 kW (88 PS; 87 hp) and 118 N⋅m (87 lbf⋅ft), while

925-526: The first time since 1939, with production located at Suzuki's plant in Kosai, Shizuoka . In terms of design, the production version differs slightly from the YGM1: the flared fenders were toned down, and in lieu of the concept's 17-inch alloy wheels , 15-inch wheels were fitted. High-mounted wrap-around tail lights are featured at the rear, with dual circular brake lights set into the bumper —as carried over from

962-490: The launch in January 2017. The Indonesian-spec Ignis was launched by Suzuki Indomobil Motor on 17 April 2017 as an import from India. It is available in two trim levels: GL and GX, powered by a 1.2-litre K12M engine that produces 82 PS (60 kW;81 hp) and 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) of torque with either 5-speed manual or automated manual transmission. On 27 January 2018, a special edition with sport-oriented accessories

999-427: The rear window wiper was made standard from January 2004 production. Holden discontinued the Cruze after January 2006. The Chevrolet version in Japan continued on until 2008. Suzuki of Europe utilised the Cruze modifications as an update of the Ignis in 2003. Suzuki extended the Cruze's length by 145 millimetres (5.7 in), to improve interior room and luggage space. This version was manufactured specifically for

1036-453: The same output as Japanese-spec. The transmission available is a 5-speed manual or automated-manual dubbed as "Auto Gear Shift (AGS)" (in recent years Suzuki have switched from AGS to CVT). The AWD option is only available with manual transmission. On 8 January 2018, a special edition with adventure-oriented accessories was launched in the UK. The Indian-spec is known as Maruti Suzuki Ignis. It

1073-460: The ten highest selling A-segment cars in Europe were Fiat Panda , Fiat 500 , Toyota Aygo , Renault Twingo , Volkswagen Up! , Hyundai i10 , Kia Picanto , Peugeot 108 , Citroën C1 and Suzuki Ignis . 100,000 - 200,000 sales (Best-Selling) 50,000 - 100,000 sales 10,000 - 50,000 sales rank (2021–2022) 2019 - In 2019, sales of minicars were down 2% compared to a total market gain of 1% which means this segment now makes up 7.7% of

1110-428: The total European car market at 1.21 million sales, down from 8% in 2018. And with margins on minicars under pressure due to increased costs to comply with stricter safety and emissions standards, manufacturers are scaling back investments in to minicars or switching to an EV-only strategy. In Italy, A-segment cars represented 16.4% of car sales in the first half of 2019. 2020 - European sales of minicars were down by

1147-453: Was a five-speed manual , with a four-speed automatic transmission optional. Both the front- and all-wheel drive layouts were tendered, although the combination of four-wheel drive and automatic transmission combination was limited to Japan as it was incompatible with European emission standards . A minor facelift came in 2003, featuring new wheel trims, a revised grille insert and clear headlamp-mounted turn signal lenses, as opposed to

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1184-804: Was announced that the production of the Karl and Viva would be discontinued by the end of 2019. The Viva range includes the base SE model, the SE A/C (which has air conditioning as standard, hence the name) and the top SL. The range has a high level standard specification compared to similar vehicles from other manufacturers, including a lane departure warning system, cruise control, speed limiter, trip computer (instant MPG, average MPG, average speed, stopwatch and trip computer), tyre pressure monitoring system, electronic stability program and traction control, front fog lamps and cornering lamps. The SL offers digital climate control, partial leather trim and alloy wheels. Options include an electronically operated glass sunroof,

1221-548: Was discontinued in 2018. The other engine offered with the Indian-spec car is a 1.2-litre K12M unit that develops 82 PS (60 kW; 81 hp) and 113 N⋅m (83 lb⋅ft) of torque. Both these engines are available with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automated manual transmission. In 2016, the Indian Ignis contains 95% local parts. In July 2024,the company claimed that 280,000 units were sold since

1258-421: Was done under the direction of Jenny Morgan-Douralis, Holden's chief colour and trim designer at the time. Along with the styling, Holden also executed most of the engineering work and were responsible for devising the "Cruze" nameplate. GM revealed the production Cruze on 22 October 2001 with a 1 November sales commencement date in Japan. Significantly, the Cruze marked GM's return to Japanese manufacturing for

1295-630: Was launched as a replacement for the Maruti Suzuki Ritz , manufactured by Maruti Suzuki and sold through the company's NEXA chain of premium dealerships. It was offered with a 1.25-litre D13A DDiS 190 turbo-diesel engine that produces 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) and 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) of peak torque which also powered the Swift and the Baleno in India. The diesel option

1332-700: Was launched for Indonesian market, based from GL trim known as Ignis Sport Edition. The Ignis was discontinued in Indonesia on 2 July 2024. The facelifted second generation Ignis was launched in Japan on 4 February 2020, in India on 7 February 2020 at the 15th Auto Expo , in Indonesia on 9 April 2020, in Australia in May 2020 and in the United Kingdom in August 2020. The car received new front and rear bumpers, gauge cluster colour and fabric seats design. In mid-2020,

1369-549: Was slightly detuned for the European market, to 80 kW (109 PS; 107 hp). The car featured a number of modifications, including a body kit, lowered and firmer suspension , close ratio gear box and tuned exhaust. The Sport has the roof bars removed which were standard on the normal Ignis. Recaro sport seats are included in the cabin, white instrument dials with blue illumination and carbon effect panels to increase its sporty appeal. The Ignis Sport can accelerate from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 8.9 seconds and has

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