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Generation 1

Suzuki Baleno 3-door hatchback

03.1995 - 09.1997 · Europe

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Generation 1

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Choosing a Suzuki Baleno

Suzuki Baleno, Generation 1, Europe market. This overview covers 18 recorded trim entries associated with this generation (03.1995 - 09.1997). The same trim name may occur in several production periods.

Compare the engine, transmission and drive layout within a single trim. Ranges below combine the populated records of different versions; they do not replace the specifications of the selected car.

Overview based on recorded specifications: 18 trim entries. Specification source ↗

Seats
5
Engine codes
G13BB, G16B, J18A
Engine displacement, cc
1298–1839
Drive layout
Front-wheel drive
Transmission
Automatic 3, Automatic 4, Manual 5
Wheelbase, mm
2380–2480
Ground clearance, mm
155
Fuel
Petrol

Equipment and practical details

Suzuki Baleno · Generation 1 · Europe · 03.1995 - 09.1997. These features occur in different versions of this generation. They are not a shared specification for every car: check the selected trim for the equipment you need and how it operates.

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Split backrest 60:40
Check that the sections fold separately and which passenger seats remain usable when carrying long items.
Folding rear seats
This changes the balance between passenger and luggage space. Check whether the folded surface is level and whether long items can pass through.
Independent rear suspension
For a version with independent rear suspension, confirm the layout and parts for its drivetrain. Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive specifications can differ.

Specifications and technical details

18 versions

1.6 L, 99 hp, petrol, manual transmission, front-wheel drive

G16B · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
1.6 MT GLTop grade 03.1995 - 09.1997
1.6 MT STop grade 03.1995 - 09.1997
1.6 MT GSTop grade 03.1995 - 09.1997
1.6 MT GS DynamicTop grade 03.1995 - 08.1996

1.6 L, 99 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive

G16B · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
1.6 AT GLTop grade 01.1996 - 09.1997
1.6 AT STop grade 01.1996 - 09.1997
1.6 AT GSTop grade 03.1995 - 09.1997
1.6 AT GS DynamicTop grade 03.1995 - 08.1996

1.3 L, 86 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive

G13BB · АКПП 3 · Front-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
1.3 AT GL 03.1995 - 01.1996
1.3 AT S 01.1996 - 04.1996
1.3 AT GS 08.1996 - 09.1997

1.3 L, 86 hp, petrol, manual transmission, front-wheel drive

G13BB · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
1.3 MT GLTop grade 03.1995 - 01.1996
1.3 MT STop grade 01.1996 - 04.1996
1.3 MT GSBase grade 08.1996 - 09.1997
1.3 MT GS Spezial IITop grade 08.1996 - 09.1997

1.8 L, 121 hp, petrol, manual transmission, front-wheel drive

J18A · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
1.8 MT GSXBase grade 01.1996 - 09.1997
1.8 MT GTITop grade 01.1996 - 09.1997
1.8 MT GTXTop grade 08.1995 - 01.1996

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