How reliable is the Suzuki Ignis?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Suzuki Ignis consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 14,464 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 85.1%.
Suzuki Ignis reliability by year
How the Suzuki Ignis performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 55% | – |
| 2001 | 63.6% | – |
| 2002 | 63.5% | – |
| 2003 | 61.2% | – |
| 2004 | 63.6% | – |
| 2005 | 61.8% | – |
| 2006 | 63.3% | – |
| 2007 | 64.7% | – |
| 2008 | 95.1% | 51,624 km |
| 2009 | 93.9% | – |
| 2016 | 83% | – |
| 2017 | 85.1% | 45,904 km |
| 2018 | 89.4% | 42,034 km |
| 2019 | 91.2% | 41,785 km |
| 2020 | 95.5% | 22,927 km |
| 2021 | 99.2% | 38,421 km |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Suzuki Ignis as a model. The reliability of any individual Suzuki Ignis also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Suzuki Ignis reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Suzuki Ignis consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 85%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Suzuki Ignis?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.5% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.4% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.4% of inspections); A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (0.9% of inspections); Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (0.4% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Suzuki Ignis?
For a typical Suzuki Ignis, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, 45,904 km at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Suzuki Ignis before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.