Since 2018, a Japanese company has been assembling the 1.5-liter Suzuki K15B gasoline engine, which is found in popular models like the Jimny SUV, Ertiga compact van, and Ciaz sedan. A hybrid version of this engine is available in several markets in addition to the standard version.
K-series engines include the K6A, K10A, K10B, K12B, K14C, K14B, and K15B.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2018 |
| Displacement, cc | 1462 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 102 – 106 |
| Torque output, Nm | 130 – 138 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 74 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 85 |
| Compression ratio | 10 – 10.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | at the intake |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5/6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Suzuki Jimny 2019) — city — highway — combined |
7.5 4.9 5.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Suzuki Ciaz 1 (VC) since 2018;
- Suzuki Ertiga 2 (NC) since 2018;
- Suzuki Jimny 4 (GJ) since 2018;
- Suzuki Vitara Brezza 1 (YF) since 2020.
Disadvantages of the Suzuki K15B engine
The engines in this series cannot withstand poor fuel, even with distributed injection;
Many owners have expressed dissatisfaction on the internet regarding the first kilometers’ oil consumption;
Additionally, instances of timing chain stretching on a run of 100–150 thousand kilometers were documented;
The camshaft must be removed in order to adjust the valves, and there are no hydraulic lifters.