Parts for your 2016 Suzuki Splash

2016 Suzuki Splash: easygoing hatch with simple, sensible upkeep

The 2016 Suzuki Splash is a tidy, city-friendly five-door hatch that’s happy darting through traffic and slipping into tight parks. With a perky 1.2‑litre petrol engine, light steering, and a compact footprint, it’s well suited to daily commutes across Aussie and Kiwi suburbs. Fuel use is frugal, and the tall roofline makes the cabin feel roomier than you’d expect, with a practical boot and rear seats that fold when you need extra space for a quick Bunnings run or the weekly shop.

Owners appreciate its no-fuss running costs and straightforward servicing. Under the bonnet, the Splash uses a timing chain rather than a belt, which typically means fewer big-ticket replacements down the track. Keep to regular services and it’ll return the favour with reliable motoring and low drama come rego or WOF time.

For maintenance, most drivers aim for 10,000–15,000 kilometres or 12 months between services (earlier if it’s mainly short trips or stop–start city use). Quality 5W‑30 oil that meets the manufacturer’s spec, fresh filters, and an eye on fluids go a long way. Tyres and brakes wear predictably on these, so rotating tyres and checking pad life helps avoid surprises.

• Engine oil and filter: every 10,000–15,000 km/12 months
• Air and cabin filters: inspect each service, replace as needed
• Spark plugs: typically 60,000–100,000 km (type dependent)
• Coolant and brake fluid: around every 2 years
• Transmission: check fluid/condition at service (auto and manual)
• Tyres: rotate at 10,000 km, pressures ~32–35 psi, watch for uneven wear
• General checks: battery, wipers pre‑winter, suspension bushes, CV boots, and hoses as the kilometres add up

What are the recommended service intervals for a 2016 Suzuki Splash?

Most workshops in Australia and New Zealand suggest servicing every 10,000–15,000 kilometres or 12 months, whichever comes first. If the car mainly does short trips, carries heavy loads, or sits idling in traffic, stick to the shorter side.

A quick interim check of oil level, tyre pressures, and coolant between services helps keep things sweet and can catch issues before they turn spendy.

Does the 2016 Suzuki Splash use a timing belt or a timing chain?

It uses a timing chain. Chains are designed to last the life of the engine with regular oil changes, so there’s no routine replacement interval like a belt-driven setup.

If you ever hear rattling on cold starts or see metal in the oil, get it looked at promptly, but that’s uncommon when servicing is kept up.

What tyre size and pressures suit the 2016 Suzuki Splash?

Common factory sizes include 165/65 R14 or 185/60 R15, depending on trim and market. Many owners run around 32 psi front and rear for everyday driving, bumping a couple of psi when carrying extra passengers or gear in the boot.

Always check the driver’s door jamb placard for the exact spec fitted to your car and adjust for local conditions and load.