The 1.0-liter 16-valve Suzuki F10D engine was produced in India from 1999 to 2010 and was put on a couple of the company’s most popular models produced by Maruti: Alto 5 and Wagon R. This power unit is known for deliveries of Indian Alto to Europe.
Engines of the F-series: F6A, F8B, F10A, F10D.
Specifications
| Production years | 1999-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 1061 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 60 – 65 |
| Torque output, Nm | 80 – 85 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 68.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 72 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2/3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Suzuki Alto 2005) — city — highway — combined |
6.5 4.0 4.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~320 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Suzuki Alto 5 in 2001 – 2010;
- Suzuki Wagon R in 1999 – 2010.
Disadvantages of the Suzuki F10D engine
- The unit was developed and produced in India, there are problems with service and spare parts;
- The motor does not like bad fuel, candles quickly deteriorate and nozzles clog;
- Two-pin ignition coils also do not shine with reliability, but are not cheap;
- Fluctuating rpm is usually caused by a dirty throttle body;
- There are no hydraulic lifters, valve clearances need to be adjusted every 30 thousand km.
