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At a Glance
Power
49 kW
88 kW
Torque
89 Nm
170 Nm
Fuel
4.2 l/100km
5.7 l/100km
Engine
998 cc
1199 cc
Choosing between the Suzuki Celerio and the Tata Curvv is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The Suzuki Celerio delivers 49 kW while the Tata Curvv produces 88 kW. On fuel, the Celerio returns 4.2 l/100km while the Curvv uses 5.7 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R225 900 for the Celerio and R349 900 for the Curvv. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
49 kW
88 kW
Torque
89 Nm
170 Nm
Top Speed
-
160 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
998 cc
1199 cc
Engine Layout
inline
inline
Cylinders
3
3
Fuel Type
petrol
petrol
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
automatic
manual
Number of Gears
5
6
Drive Wheels
front
front
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
4.2 l/100km
5.7 l/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
44 l
CO2 Emissions
97 g/km
136 g/km
Dimensions
Length
3695 mm
4308 mm
Width
1655 mm
1810 mm
Height
1555 mm
1635 mm
Wheelbase
2435 mm
2560 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
208 mm
Kerb Weight
840 Kg
1312 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Load Volume
295 l
500 l
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
6
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
—
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
—
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5
5
Warranty Distance
200000 Km
125000 Km
Service Plan
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
4yr
3yr
Service Plan Distance
60000km
45000km
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Suzuki Celerio
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Curvv
Fuel Economy
Celerio
Value
Celerio
Practicality
Tied
Pros & Cons
Suzuki Celerio
Better fuel economy (4.2 l/100km)
Lower starting price (R225 900)
Less power than rival (49 kW vs 88 kW)
Tata Curvv
More powerful engine (88 kW)
Higher fuel consumption (5.7 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Celerio or Curvv?
The Celerio uses 4.2 l/100km and the Curvv uses 5.7 l/100km on the combined cycle. The Celerio is the more fuel-efficient choice. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Celerio or Curvv?
The Celerio produces 49 kW and 89 Nm of torque while the Curvv delivers 88 kW and 170 Nm of torque. The Curvv is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Celerio and Curvv?
The Celerio starts from R225 900 and the Curvv from R349 900. The Celerio is cheaper by R124 000 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Should I buy the Celerio or the Curvv?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.
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