All-new Suzuki Baleno to debut at Frankfurt

Suzuki’s all new Baleno is set to make its world premiere at the 66th IAA Frankfurt Motor Show.

The debut of the full production version follows on from the iK-2 Concept seen at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year.

It will include the first application of the newly Suzuki developed 1.0-litre Boosterjet direct injection turbocharged petrol engine. Fuel efficiency has been improved by reducing engine displacement; output and torque are boosted by using a turbocharger.

In addition to fulfilling fuel efficiency and dynamic performance expectations, the layout has been optimised and various technologies used to reduce weight in order to meet the rigorous size and weight requirements specific to compact cars.

The new Baleno will be launched in the UK early next Summer.

Further details of the Baleno will be disclosed at the Suzuki press conference at the Frankfurt Motor show.