You just beheld the Suzuki Celerio 2018 facelift yesterday. Yes, we know. And today, an all-new variant named “CelerioX” is unveiled in Indian market. With this new model, the 5-door hatchback Celerio is now sportier, trendier and more attractive to young buyers.
“Celerio has successfully carved a unique position for itself in the competitive compact car segment. […] We are confident that CelerioX will enhance the brand and bring in younger customers,” according to Senior Executive Director of Marketing and Sales at Maruti Suzuki - Kalsi R.S.
The CelerioX 2018 gets a distinctive color motif
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Dissimilar to the yesterday’s standard Celerio, the Suzuki CelerioX 2018 gets a distinctive color motif: the “X-Theme.” Correspondingly, the front grille and sides of front bumpers are beautified with a blacked-out finish. In the meantime, high gloss black color covers the fog lamps bezels, B-pillars, roof garnishes and 14-inch alloys to further highlight the Celerio’s sportiness. In addition to that, protective body cladding can also be found on the front bumper, rear bumper and wheel arches.
Protective body cladding can also be found on the front bumper, rear bumper and wheel arches
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Not only does the blacked-out theme overshadow the exterior, it also dominates the Suzuki CelerioX 2018 interior. However, brightening the hatchback cabin is striking white accents that harmoniously create necessary contrast. On top of that, black seats even feature orange stripes, bringing the freshness from the outer to the inner.
When it comes to the hardware, the CelerioX, like the standard version, runs a 1.0L 3-cylinder K10B engine capable of churning out 67 PS @ 6,000 rpm and 90 Nm @ 3,500 rpm. For Indian market, the engine comes paired to either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automated manual.
The CelerioX, like the standard version, runs a 1.0L 3-cylinder K10B engine
Safety of this hatch is certainly worth a compliment. It comes fitted with:
- Anti-Lock Braking System
- Front Airbags
- Side Airbags
- Seatbelt Reminder
- Side Impact Beams
Alongside this flaming signature Solid Paprika Orange, the Suzuki CelerioX 2018’s palette also includes:
- Caffeine Brown
- Arctic White
- Torque Blue
- Glistening Gray
For now, India is the only market to welcome the CelerioX, according to latest car news. However, we confidently cherish hopes that the hot hatch will hit our shores soon. While waiting for the official announcement to be issued, let’s have a peek at the latest Suzuki Celerio price in the Philippines:
| Model | Price |
| Suzuki Celerio 1.0 MT | P538,000 |
| Suzuki Celerio 1.0 AT | P569,000 |
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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