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2013 Suzuki Kizashi

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Kizashi.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is a passenger car fitted with an automatic transmission using variable gear ratios and an engine that takes 4.8 quarts of 5W-30 API oil, carrying EPA fuel-economy ratings of 23 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. Across the 2010-2013 model run, the 2013 Kizashi accumulated the fewest owner complaints at 5, compared with a high of 23 for the 2012 model, though the Power Train category remained the top complaint area and six recalls apply to the line. That complaint profile positions the final model year as the most settled iteration of the Kizashi, but any prospective owner should still confirm that all outstanding recall work has been addressed.

Model year20132011

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque104 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy23/30/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 700 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 24F · 700 CCAOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width71.7 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3497 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined23 / 30 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.8 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 104 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 26.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.5 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.8 qt
Transfer Case Fluid80W-90 · GL-5
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity1.9 Pints

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs8.5 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts52 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/StudsM8 Bolts: 19 ft-lbs, M10 Bolts: 41 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts104 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug17.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug17.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub185 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub185 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)680 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Timing5, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance3 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.10-1.23 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.70-5.50 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance700 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test17.3 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief13-17 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature189 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)54.3-55.8 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.6-12.4 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression160

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket25 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle114.5 ft-lbs / 44.5 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.080; Rear: 0.059 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.004 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.023 in / 0.472 in
Rotor Finish0.944 μin / 0.433 μin

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 45 degrees, Step 3: 4511 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with the specified engine oil.

115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
229.5 ft. lbs.29.5 ft. lbs
360 degrees60 degrees
480 degrees80 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
137 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 15 ft. lbs., Step 4: 26 ft. lbs., Step 5: 40 degrees, Step 6: 4037 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 7,500 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) · Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Steering System (inspect)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Clutch Pedal Assembly (inspect)
At 30,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect)
Every 45,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Transmission Oil Cooler Line (inspect)
At 60,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 60,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2013 model year shows a sharp decline in owner complaints, falling to 5 compared with 22‑23 complaints in the preceding three years. Recall activity remained steady, with 6 recalls in 2013 matching the 2010 level and only slightly above the 5 recalls seen in 2011‑2012. Technical service bulletins dropped from 12 in 2010 to a consistent 3 per year from 2011 through 2013, indicating fewer manufacturer‑issued service advisories after the first year. Investigations were absent across all four years, so the data do not specify any underlying safety probes. Overall, the complaint trend suggests 2013 may be a comparatively reliable year to purchase, though buyers should verify that any outstanding recalls have been addressed.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
3
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
5
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 5 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Power Train1
Electrical System1
Unknown Or Other1
Steering1
Unknown Or Other,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V187000SeatsReported 07/03/2019

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the… Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters…

18V769000Fuel System, GasolineReported 31/10/2018

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles. Dust can enter the vent line that provides fresh air to the carbon canister, restricting its air flow and possibly creating… Remedy: Suzuki has sent owners an initial notification to inform them of the recall. When parts are available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will install a cover over the…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 3 of 3 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SUZ_0160082022-07-08SuspensionReminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension…
N-Q-G-0452018-11-20SuspensionThis Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki…
suz_0137272017-07-06Power TrainThis bulletin describes corrective action needed to address complaints of reduction in…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 Kizashi take?

4.8 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Kizashi have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Kizashi get?

EPA figures are 23 city / 30 highway / 25 combined mpg.