While large seven-seater MPVs and SUVs are all the rage in the Philippines market, some Filipino car buyers still prefer to stick with small city cars. Being tiny has its benefits after all. For instance, parking is easier, and zipping through traffic is possible. Plus, city cars can fit into tight in-city roads and they require less oil. They also use cheaper, smaller tires too.
The Suzuki Celerio
One of the brands that we usually associate with small cars, is of course Suzuki. In the Philippines, the said marque has several. There’s the S-Presso, the most affordable Japanese-branded car in the market today, and the agile Swift. In-between those two is the Suzuki Celerio. It is larger than the S-Presso, and its price also sits in-between the two aforementioned models.
The Celerio however, has two available variants in the Philippines market: the Celerio 1.0 MT and the Celerio 1.0 CVT. So, which one is the right one for you? Let’s talk about that by comparing the said variants.
Suzuki Celerio Variants: Exterior
On the outside, the two Celerio variants for the local market aren’t much different. Both are 3,600mm long, 1,600mm wide, and 1,540mm in height. They also have a ground clearance of 145mm. The Celerio MT however is much lighter with its curb weight of 805kg. The Celerio CVT in turn is a bit heftier at 820kg.
While small, we can agree that it's cute, well-proportioned car
Equipment-wise, they are also similar in that both of them come standard with a set of 14-inch alloy wheels, front fog lamps, halogen headlamps, and LED taillights.
Suzuki Celerio Variants: Interior
Inside, the Celerio can seat up to five occupants including the driver. Both the Celerio 1.0 MT and Clerio 1.0 CVT also have a default trunk capacity of 254-liters.
Inside the Celerio MT variant
Being an affordable car, the Celerio’s interior bits are on the spartan side. Both of its variants feature hard plastic dashboards and interior door cards, fabric seats, a tilt-only steering column, a turn-key ignition system, and a manual air-conditioning system.
For on-board entertainment, the Celerio MT and Celerio CVT both get a seven-inch touchscreen headunit. The said unit can connect to smartphones via Bluetooth, and USB. It is then linked to a four-piece speaker set.
Suzuki Celerio Variants: Engine and Performance
Under the hood of both the Celerio MT and the Celerio CVT is a 1.0-liter inline-3 K10B gasoline engine. At maximum, this engine can make up to 67 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque.
The Celerio's 1.0-liter K10B inline-3 engine
As far as this variant comparison goes, the only difference between the two is their transmissions. The more affordable one is of course the one with the five-speed manual gearbox. The other Celerio variant gets a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
For suspensions, both Celerio variants use a MacPherson strut for the front and a Torsion beam for the rear. Both also come standard with ventilated disc front brakes, a drum rear brake, and a hand-operated manual parking brake.
Suzuki Celerio Variants: Safety
As with the simple but comfortable interior, the Celerio in general gets a basic but sufficient array of safety equipment. Specifically, both variants of the Suzuki Celerio come standard with anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, dual-front airbags, parking sensors, and an engine immobilizer.
Suzuki Celerio Variants: Pricing
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Suzuki Celerio Variants |
Price |
|
Celerio 1.0 MT |
Php 558,000 |
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Celerio 1.0 CVT |
Php 628,000 |
Suzuki Celerio Variants: Conclusion
To sum it up, the only difference between the Celerio MT and the Celerio CVT is their transmission systems. If one doesn’t mind to row gears, then the one with the Celerio MT might be a good choice. It is also the more affordable variant of the two. The more expensive one is of course the Celerio CVT, and it might be more to your liking as a daily driver in the traffic-ridden cities of the Philippines.
Despite it's stature, the Celerio can do well for a family of four
That said, your options with this Suzuki-made city car are clear cut. But as always, we urge you to take each variant for a test drive.
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Know more about Suzuki Celerio 2024
The 2024 Suzuki Celerio is a subcompact hatchback. In the Philippine market, it has two variants. There’s the Celerio 1.0 MT and the Celerio 1.0 AGS. These come at a price of Php 708,000 and Php 754,000, respectively.
Size-wise, the third-generation Celerio is 3,695mm long, 1,655mm wide, and 1,555mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,435mm and a ground clearance of 170mm.
Under the hood, the 2024 Celerio uses a 1.0-liter K10C inline-3 gasoline engine capable of making up to 66 horsepower and 89 Nm of torque. It can either be paired to a five-speed manual gearbox, or an automated gear shift transmission (AGS).
Locally, the Celerio competes against the likes of the Toyota Wigo, Mitsubishi Mirage, Kia Picanto, Honda Brio, etc.
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Suzuki Celerio Launch
The third-generation 2024 Suzuki Celerio was launched for the Philippine market in May 2022. It has two available variants, the Celerio 1.0 MT, and the Celerio 1.0 AGS.
Suzuki Celerio Exterior
On the outside, the all-new 2024 Celerio has a stylish and youthful exterior that’s more contemporary-looking compared to the old model.
Up front, it gets a pair of sharp-looking halogen headlamps, and the rear gets LED taillights. It then rides on a set of 15-inch black alloy wheels.
Suzuki Celerio Interior
The new Celerio Philippines gets a well-arranged interior with a center analog instrument cluster. It also comes with a new multi-function steering wheel, a manual air-conditioning system, and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
Interestingly enough, the Windows controls for this model have been moved to the center console. Suzuki says that this affords the new Celerio even more interior space.
Suzuki Celerio Technology & Safety
Providing entertainment for the Celerio’s occupants is a 6.2-inch touchscreen. It is a Sony headunit, which comes with Weblink 2.0 software, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity.
Safety-wise, the 2024 Celerio is equipped with dual-front airbags, anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, hill-hold control, brake assist, as well as rear parking sensors.
Platform & Chassis
The all-new Celerio 2024 now uses Suzuki’s HEARTECT paltform. This ensures driving stability, as well as optimum crash safety.
For its suspension system, it mirrors the old model as it retained a MacPherson strut for the front, and a torsion beam for the rear.
Braking is then handled by disc brakes for the front, drum brakes for the rear, as well as a hand-operated manual parking brake.
Celerio 2024 Engine & Drivetrain
The Suzuki Celerio Philippines is powered by a 1.0-liter K10C inline-3 gasoline engine that can make up to 67 horsepower and 89 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its front wheels.
Depending on the variant, this model can either come with a five-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed AGS.
Available colors for the Philippine-spec Celerio include Arctic White Pearl, Glistening Grey Metallic, Fire Red, and Speedy Blue Metallic.
The new Celerio can now hold a candle against its subcompact competitors when it comes to style and interior space. There are, however, some in its class that can still provide more in terms of safety and features.
Suzuki Celerio 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Suzuki Celerio 2024 price in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Suzuki Celerio 1.0 GL MT | ₱708,000 |
| Suzuki Celerio 1.0 GL AGS | ₱754,000 |
Suzuki Celerio Pros & ConsSpacious
Pros
- Stylish
- Agile
- Fuel-efficient
Cons
- Basic features
Suzuki Celerio FAQs
1. Is Celerio a safe car?
The newest Suzuki Celerio is structurally based on the latest HEARTECT platform so it is safer than ever before. Besides, it has an anti-lock braking system, dual front airbags, rear doors with childproof locks, door beams for side impact, and reverse parking sensors. There is also ABS with EBD.
2. What is the other name of Celerio?
Suzuki Celerio is also known as Suzuki Alto/A-Star or Cultus (in Pakistan).
3. How many variants of Suzuki Celerio are in the Philippines?
There are 2 Celerio variants offered in the Philippines: Celerio GL MT and Celerio GL AGS.
4. What is a Suzuki Celerio?
Celerio is a 5-door hatchback and also is the smallest car of Suzuki.
5. Which color is best in Celerio?
There are so many Celerio colors, such as Metal Mineral Gray, Metallic Star Silver, Pearl White Snow, Pearl Super Black, Prime Cerulean Blue 2, and Pearl Ablaze Red 3, .... You can choose the color based on your taste or age.
₱ 708,000 - ₱ 754,000
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