Description
G16B 1.6L Bare Engine / Long Block – Suzuki Swift, Baleno & Vitara Replacement Engine
This G16B bare engine is a complete long block assembly built to OEM specifications for Suzuki vehicles. It is the 1.6-litre naturally aspirated gasoline engine from the Suzuki G-series engine family, produced by Suzuki Motor Corporation. The block, head, crank, pistons, cam and valves are all in place, and the assembly is ready to accept your existing intake, exhaust and accessories. This engine powered a huge range of Suzuki vehicles from 1989 through 2006, including the Swift, Baleno, Esteem, Cultus, Vitara, Escudo, Sidekick, X-90, and Grand Vitara. It remains one of the most common engines in the aftermarket for these vehicles across Asia, Europe, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
Vehicle Compatibility
The G16B engine has been fitted to a wide range of Suzuki models. Always verify your engine code before purchase. Common applications include:
- Suzuki Swift Mk2 1.6 16V (1989 – 1991, SF416)
- Suzuki Swift Mk3 1.6 16V (select export variants)
- Suzuki Baleno 1.6 16V (1995 – 2002, SY416 / EG)
- Suzuki Esteem 1.6 16V (1995 – 2002)
- Suzuki Cultus 1.6 16V (select variants)
- Suzuki Vitara 1.6 16V (1991 – 1999, ET / TA / TD, SE416)
- Suzuki Escudo 1.6 16V (select variants)
- Suzuki Sidekick 1.6 16V (select variants)
- Suzuki X-90 1.6 16V (1995 – 1997)
- Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6 16V (1998 – 2005, FT / HT, SQ416)
- Suzuki APV 1.6 (select variants)
- Chevrolet Tracker 1.6 16V (select variants)
- Chevrolet Swift 1.6 16V (select variants)
- Geo Tracker 1.6 16V (select variants)
- Holden Drover 1.6 (select variants)
- Maruti Suzuki Esteem 1.6 (select variants)
- Other Suzuki, Chevrolet, Geo, Holden and Maruti models equipped with the G16B or G16A engine code
Please confirm your engine code is “G16B” or “G16A” before ordering. These are two ways of identifying the same engine family. The G13B (1.3L) and G15A (1.5L) are related but different variants — check the stamp on your block carefully. This is a bare engine assembly; all external components must be transferred from your original engine.
What’s Included
- Complete cylinder block with pistons, rings, crankshaft and connecting rods
- Assembled cylinder head with valves, springs and camshaft (SOHC)
- Oil pan and valve cover
- Timing belt cover and timing belt kit installed
- Water pump pre-installed
Note: This is a bare engine / long block assembly. Intake manifold, exhaust manifold, fuel injectors, throttle body, alternator, starter, engine wiring harness, ECU and all external sensors are NOT included. They must be transferred from your original engine.
Why Choose This G16B Bare Engine
- 100% brand new – never remanufactured or refurbished
- Factory compression and oil pressure tested
- OEM-grade materials and machining tolerances
- Proven Suzuki G-series architecture – parts and service knowledge widely available worldwide
- Lightweight all-aluminium block with cast iron liners – only 85 kg
- Aluminium 16-valve SOHC head for durability and efficient heat dissipation
- Timing belt drive – simple, reliable, and easy to service
- Packed securely in a wooden crate for safe international freight
- 1-year / 20,000 km warranty included
- Fast global shipping to port or door
If you are looking for a G16B engine for sale or a Suzuki 1.6L replacement engine, this premium long block gives your vehicle a factory-fresh start. Order now for a reliable, direct-fit solution.
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