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Suzuki · Compact SUV · 2016–2021

Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

140 PS

1.4L Boosterjet Benzin

Strongest S-Cross powertrain is good fun

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

110–129 PS

1.4L Boosterjet SHVS Benzin

1 weaknesses

Good Choice

Generations

Engine Overview

The Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL is available with 3 engine variants — from 110 to 140 hp.

1.0L Boosterjet · Benziner· 111 PS
2016 2020
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
1.4L Boosterjet · Benziner· 140 PS
2016 2020
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
1.4L Boosterjet SHVS · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 129 PS
2020 2021
Good Choice 1 weakness

The Suzuki 1.0L Boosterjet (Benziner, 111 PS) has the K10C (1.0L Boosterjet) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

The Suzuki 1.4L Boosterjet (Benziner, 140 PS) has the K14C (1.4L Boosterjet) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

The Suzuki 1.4L Boosterjet SHVS (Benziner Mild-Hybrid, 129 PS) has the K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS) — rated: "Good Choice", 1 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Headlight Electronics Faulty and Fogging Up

The S-Cross I-FL shows an above-average rate of reported headlight faults. Moisture ingress into the headlight housings and failure of the lighting electronics.

Symptoms: Headlight mists up from inside, individual sections of lighting fail, AHL beam-level regulation shows fault
from 80,000 km
Ad Suzuki S-Cross headlight JY I-FLS-Cross headlight housing
 Medium
●Start-Stop Battery Weakens Early

The S-Cross I-FL start-stop battery loses capacity early, especially with predominantly short-trip use. The start-stop system disables itself permanently.

Symptoms: Start-stop disabled after a short drive, battery warning message, occasional cold-start problem
from 60,000 km
Ad Suzuki S-Cross AGM battery JYS-Cross start-stop battery
 Low

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 15 weaknesses have been documented for the Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL (2016–2021) — 12 engine-related and 3 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Gearbox. Considered reliable: K10C (1.0L Boosterjet), K14C (1.4L Boosterjet), K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS).

What to watch out for with the Suzuki S-Cross? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL have? +
The Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL has 12 known engine weaknesses and 3 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: K10C (1.0L Boosterjet), K14C (1.4L Boosterjet), K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS), D16AA (1.6L DDiS). The most reliable engine is the K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the K14C (1.4L Boosterjet).
Which Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 1 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} With 103 kW and AllGrip, the S-Cross has genuine punch. The suspension is comfort-biased, but the engine gets the best out of the compact SUV.
Is the Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL worth buying used? +
The Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL is a good choice as a used car — 4 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL? +
The Suzuki S-Cross 1-FL is available with engine variants from 110 to 140 hp. Petrol: K10C (1.0L Boosterjet), K14C (1.4L Boosterjet), K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS). Diesel: D16AA (1.6L DDiS).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee