Dzire 1500 K12M Petrol Engines
from £595 to £1,450
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: K12M, K12N, K14B, Z12E
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Dzire 1500 K12M Petrol Engines
from £595 to £1,450
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: K12M, K12N, K14B, Z12E
Dzire 1500 D13A Diesel Engines
from £950 to £1,650
Rebuilt units from £950 · Common codes: D13A, Z13DTJ
Dzire 1500 K14B Petrol Engines
from £750 to £1,350
Rebuilt units from £750 · Common codes: K14B, K14C

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Every engine code fitted to the Suzuki Dzire 1500 across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Suzuki Dzire variants.

K12M - 1.2L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£850 - £1,450
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Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Suzuki Dzire 1500's K12M petrol and D13A diesel engines dominate UK replacement enquiries. While generally reliable with proper maintenance, known issues like timing chain tensioner wear (K12M) and EGR/DPF problems (D13A) can lead to costly repairs. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to...
Suzuki Dzire 1500 Timing Chain Failure
Most affected vehicles
Suzuki Dzire 1500 GL, GLX, VXI, ZXI, SZ-T, SZ5 (2008-2024, K12M)
Failure mileage range
75,000-110,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Hydraulic tensioner loses pressure over time; chain stretches and creates metallic rattling noise at idle or cold start. If ignored, chain can skip teeth causing valve timing loss and catastrophic engine damage.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Chain Kit | £650 - £950 | £450 - £750 | Replace tensioner, chain, guides before failure occurs | Viable if caught early; prevents major damage |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt K12M Engine | £1,850 - £2,650 | £850 - £1,450 + labour | Supply & fit rebuilt unit with upgraded tensioner, bench-tested | Best value if engine already damaged; includes 12-month warranty |
Our recommendation
On a Dzire 1500 worth £3,000-£6,000, preventative chain replacement at 80k miles offers better value than waiting for failure. If rattling is already present, get a compression test first - if compression is low, replacement is the only reliable option.
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Every displacement fitted to the Suzuki Dzire 1500 is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 1.2L K12M is the dominant engine across all Dzire 1500 generations (2008-2024), offering a balance of fuel economy and reliability for urban and mixed driving. Introduced with VVT in 2012, it powers entry-level GL through to top-spec SZ5 variants.
Engine Code(s)
K12M, K12N, Z12E
Compatible Models (UK)
GL, GLX, VXI, ZXI, SZ-T, SZ5
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Timing chain tensioner wear, engine mount deterioration, VVT solenoid faults
Production Years: 2008-2024
Compare Suzuki Dzire 1500 1.2L petrol engine prices
Choose your Suzuki Dzire 1500 engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early K12M petrol to the latest K12N mild hybrid.
The K12M 1.2L petrol engine powers most UK Dzire 1500 models from 2008-2024, with the newer K12N Dualjet mild hybrid and Z12E 3-cylinder appearing in later variants.
Common Suzuki Dzire 1500 Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
The K12M 1.2L petrol engine powers most UK Dzire 1500 models from 2008-2024, with the newer K12N Dualjet mild hybrid and Z12E 3-cylinder appearing in later variants.
Common Suzuki Dzire 1500 Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
The Fiat-sourced D13A 1.3L turbo-diesel powered VDi and ZDi variants from 2008-2020, offering strong torque and motorway efficiency before BS6 regulations ended UK diesel Dzire sales.
Common Suzuki Dzire 1500 Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
The K12N Dualjet with SHVS mild hybrid system appeared in SZ5 and select variants from 2020, adding a 12V starter-generator for improved stop-start efficiency.
Suzuki Dzire 1500 MHEV Engine Codes
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Important Notes
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This section covers all major engine changes across the Suzuki Dzire 1500's production timeline (2008-present), organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt engine prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
K12M- 1.2L petrol (GL, GLX)
D13A- 1.3L diesel (VDi, ZDi)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
K12MD13A