The Ignis was first released in 2000 as a small supermini with a high driving position. It became so popular that the Ignis Sport junior 'hot' hatch was also produced. By 2007, Suzuki decided to discontinue the Ignis lineup but brought it back in 2017 as a city car with SUV-like styling. With design cues from the historic Suzuki models from years gone by, it remains one of the most distinctive small cars on the road.
First Generation (2000-2008)
As Suzuki sought to a smaller model to its the SUV lineup, it partnered with General Motors and Subaru to create the three- and five-door Ignis. The front of the 'SUV' looked similar to the Swift, but the rear windows had a smaller profile for a unique appearance. The interior provided a sporty feel with a distinctive instrument panel.
In 2003, the Ignis Sport was released with lower ground clearance for a sporty stance. The interior resembled a stripped-down version, but it was the perfect model to use as a junior sports hatch.
