Can the Suzuki Wagon R’s engine capacity 998cc handle long-distance travel o r hilly terrain in Pakistan?

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Can the Suzuki Wagon R’s engine capacity 998cc handle long-distance travel o r hilly terrain in Pakistan?

With a 998cc engine, some drivers feel that the Wagon R lacks power when driving on motorways o r mountain roads like Murree o r Abbottabad. Does the engine capacity limit its ability to handle such routes, especially when the car is fully loaded?

Gari Specialist asked on 16 May 2025 17:34:11 pm

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Gari Master - on 16 May 2025 17:37:40 pm

The 998cc 3-cylinder engine in the Wagon R is designed for urban commuting, not for high-performance tasks. Here’s how it performs:

Motorways: On long routes like Lahore–Islamabad o r Karachi–Hyderabad, the Wagon R performs adequately at 90–110 km/h. However, overtaking o r maintaining speed uphill can be sluggish, especially when fully loaded.

Hilly Terrain: Areas like Murree, Swat, o r Naran require frequent gear shifts due to lower torque. The car struggles on steep inclines with passengers and luggage.

AC Usage: Turning on the AC further reduces power, especially in 1st o r 2nd gear on inclines.

Conclusion: The Wagon R can handle long drives and mild hills, but it’s not suitable for frequent uphill o r heavy-load travel.