The 1.0-liter three-cylinder Suzuki K10C has been built in Japan since 2015 for the Celerio, Baleno, Swift, SX4, Vitara and other models. There is a naturally aspirated Dualjet version with port injection and 57-68 hp, and a turbocharged Boosterjet with direct injection.
K-series family: K6A, K10A, K10B, K12B, K14C, K14B, K15B, K12A, K12C, K12D, K10C, K15C.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2015 |
| Displacement, cc | 998 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 57 – 68 |
| Torque output, Nm | 82 – 93 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 12v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 73 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 79.4 |
| Compression ratio | 12.0 |
| Features | DOHC, Dualjet |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VVT |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Suzuki Swift 2018) — city — highway — combined |
7.1 4.2 5.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 75 |
The engine was installed on:
- Suzuki Celerio 1 (FE) since 2016, Celerio 2 (FM) since 2021;
- Suzuki Baleno 2 (WB1) in 2015 – 2022;
- Suzuki Fronx 1 (WDB) since 2023;
- Suzuki S-Presso 1 (FL) since 2022;
- Suzuki SX4 2 (JY) in 2016 – 2021;
- Suzuki Swift 5 (RZ) in 2017 – 2024;
- Suzuki Vitara 4 (LY) in 2018 – 2020;
- Suzuki Xbee 1 (MN) since 2017.
Disadvantages of the Suzuki K10C engine
- The naturally aspirated version has no notable weak points, and the turbo version is also reliable;
- The direct-injection turbo version suffers from carbon deposits on the intake valves;
- Several cases of a ruptured turbo hose before 100,000 km have been described;
- Owners note malfunctions of the GPF petrol particulate filter.
Frequently asked questions about the Suzuki K10C
How much power does the Suzuki K10C make?
The Suzuki K10C develops 57 - 68 hp and 82 - 93 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Suzuki K10C take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 3.0 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Suzuki K10C have a timing belt or chain?
The Suzuki K10C uses a timing chain.
Is the Suzuki K10C turbocharged?
No, the Suzuki K10C is naturally aspirated.
Does the Suzuki K10C need valve clearance adjustment?
Yes, there are no hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances have to be checked and adjusted periodically.
How long does the Suzuki K10C last?
The typical lifespan of the Suzuki K10C is ~250 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Suzuki K10C?
Suzuki Swift 2018: city 7.1, highway 4.2, combined 5.0 L/100 km.
What cars was the Suzuki K10C installed on?
Suzuki Celerio 1 (FE) since 2016, Celerio 2 (FM) since 2021; Suzuki Baleno 2 (WB1) in 2015 - 2022; Suzuki Fronx 1 (WDB) since 2023; Suzuki S-Presso 1 (FL) since 2022; Suzuki SX4 2 (JY) in 2016 - 2021; Suzuki Swift 5 (RZ) in 2017 - 2024 and 2 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the Suzuki K10C?
The naturally aspirated version has no notable weak points, and the turbo version is also reliable. The direct-injection turbo version suffers from carbon deposits on the intake valves. All known problems.
