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Suzuki S-Cross

(2022 - present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

58
%
D

Used car score:

61
%
C

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

52
%
E

Safety Rating:

-

Eco Rating:

68
%
A

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

56
%
D

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

58
%
D

Used car score:

61
%
C

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

52
%
E

Safety Rating:

-

Eco Rating:

68
%
A

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

56
%
D

Summary


The Suzuki S-Cross is a mid-size five-door SUV/crossover that sits between the smaller Vitara and larger Across in the Suzuki SUV family. This generation is an all-new model that arrived in the UK in January 2022, replacing the previous model which had been on sale in various forms since 2013.

The new S-Cross features more modern styling styling and more on-board technology than its predecessor. Only one powertrain option is currently offered, which is a 140hp 1.4-litre petrol engine with mild hybrid assistance. A plug-in hybrid variant is planned to arrive in the UK later in 2022.

While UK reviewers almost conclusively agree that the second-generation Suzuki S-Cross is an affordable package that features plenty of on-board tech as standard, many of those same journalists take issue with the SUV’s rather cheap interior design, which What Car? calls “uninspiring”, and Parkers labels “dull”.

Many reviews also note that the S-Cross has less rear headroom and boot space than key rivals like the Nissan Qashqai and Peugeot 3008, while Carbuyer points out that an entry-level S-Cross model is not much of a step up from the cheaper Suzuki Vitara.

Regardless, Heycar concludes that the S-Cross is a perfect example of what Suzuki models do best – remain dependable for decades, potentially “outlasting some of its buyers” Car predicts. Suzuki’s mild hybrid technology means that the S-Cross is cheap to run, and Autocar, among others, was pleasantly surprised by the performance of the SUV’s “peppy” petrol engine.

Compared to mainstream rivals, the S-Cross is rather basic, but it does cover the basics well. As of January 2024, the Suzuki S-Cross holds a New Car Expert Rating of D with a score of 58%.

S-Cross highlights

  • Good value-for-money
  • Low running costs
  • Very reliable
  • Quality engine
  • Comfortable driving experience

S-Cross lowlights

  • Dull interior trim
  • Rivals have more space in the boot
  • Laggy infotainment
  • Limited rear headroom
  • Only one engine currently in the line-up

Key specifications


Body style: Medium SUV/crossover
Engines: petrol (mild hybrid)
Price: From £24,999 on-road

Launched: Spring 2022
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA


Media reviews


Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

The Car Expert

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Auto Express

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Autocar

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Carbuyer

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Motoring Research

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The Sun

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The Telegraph

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Top Gear

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What Car?

+

Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

No safety rating

As of January 2024, the Suzuki S-Cross has not been crash tested by Euro NCAP. If and when it is put through its paces by Euro NCAP, we will publish the results here.

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of January 2024, the Suzuki S-Cross has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Reliability rating

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Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

No reliability rating

As of January 2024, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Suzuki S-Cross to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the S-Cross, we’ll publish the score here.

Running cost rating

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Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumptionAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models50 mpgB45 – 53 mpgB – C
Hybrid models52 mpgB49 – 54 mpgB – C
CO₂ outputAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models128 g/kmA120 – 169 g/kmA – C
Hybrid models125 g/kmA118 – 132 g/kmA – A
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models29C22 – 50A – F
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£173A
Year 2£485A
Year 3£846B
Year 4£1,046B
Year 5£1,463B
Overall£4,013B

The Suzuki S-Cross is a relatively affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

Fuel economy for both petrol and diesel models is good, and maintenance costs are predicted to remain on the affordable side during the first five years of ownership. On the insurance front, costs are expected to be fairly average.

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If you’re looking at the Suzuki S-Cross, you might also be interested in these alternatives

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The Suzuki S-Cross is a good value-for-money model in the mainstream SUV market and offers a comfortable ride, but rivals are more spacious.Suzuki S-Cross