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K15B DualJet

Suzuki · 1.5L NA I4

2018–present

0 / 100
BUY

"Jimny/Vitara/S-Cross. Replaced M15A. SHVS mild hybrid available. Reliable, simple. Classic Suzuki."

Layout I4
Displacement 1462 cc
Power 105 hp
Type Petrol Na
Known Issues 2
Total Risk Cost €550–€1,100

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 2

○ MINOR

VVT actuator wear

€150–€400 100,000 km–180,000 km
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Detection

Cold start rattle, timing codes

Details

VVT actuators can wear with age/neglected oil. Cheap fix.

Greece Note

Keep oil fresh. Very cheap repair.

○ MINOR

Timing chain — straightforward

€400–€700 150,000 km–∞
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Detection

Cold start rattle at extreme mileage only

Details

Simple DOHC chain. Very few real failures documented. Which? 2023 #3 brand.

Greece Note

No concern for Greek market. Jimny/Vitara very reliable.

Models with K15B DualJet 1

Other Suzuki Engines

Tuning Potential

N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki K15B DualJet reliable?

The Suzuki K15B DualJet scores 80/100 with a verdict of BUY. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €550 and €1,100.

What are the common problems with the K15B DualJet?

The most common issues are:

  • VVT actuator wear — minor, repair cost €150–€400, 100,000 km–180,000 km
  • Timing chain — straightforward — minor, repair cost €400–€700, 150,000 km–∞
What cars use the Suzuki K15B DualJet?

The K15B DualJet is found in:

How much does it cost to repair the K15B DualJet?

Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €550 to €1,100. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the K15B DualJet produced?

The Suzuki K15B DualJet was produced from 2018 to present. It is a 1462cc I4 petrol na engine.

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