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Suzuki SX4 buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Suzuki SX4 costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 43 for sale right now.
Used Suzuki SX4 prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | €31,450 | 41k km | 6 |
| 2024 | €26,450 | 23k km | 10 |
| 2023 | €24,950 | 43k km | 5 |
Suzuki SX4 NCT pass rate
How often Suzuki SX4s pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 74% | 80% | |
| 2019 | 85% | 74% | |
| 2016 | 62% | 55% | |
| 2014 | 56% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 44% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 41% | 42% | |
| 2008 | 35% | 30% | |
| 2007 | 33% | 31% | |
| 2006 | 33% | 30% |
Most common reasons a 2021 Suzuki SX4 fails: headlight aim (20.3% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (4.3% of tests), safety equipment (2.9% of tests), lights & electrics (1.4% of tests).
Common Suzuki SX4 problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Petrol | ~350k km | ~€390 | 10 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Suzuki SX4
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Before you buy a used Suzuki SX4
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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