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Latribuneauto: Test drive European’s version Suzuki Alto or A-star

admin — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 09:05:13 +0000

Latribuneauto: Test drive European’sversion Suzuki Alto or A-star

Positive

Modern styling
Attractive price
Equipment / price ratio
Light weight
5 doors
Handy to town
Low consumption
Low CO2 emissions

Negative

Boot space
Just four seats
Finishing too basic
Noisy
Performance reduced
Suspensions is too firm
Fixed rear bench seat

The is a small mini car adopts a modern design that emphasizes aerodynamics.The dimensions of the Suzuki Alto is reduced. Long by 3.5 meters to 1.6 meters wide and 1.47 meters high, the Suzuki mini-city has a wheelbase of 2.36 meters.The car accommodate just 129 liters of personal belongings. It is very little. Rear seat folded, cargo capacity increases to 367 liters.

The rear seat can be folded in 50/50 on the “GL” trime level. Once the seats folded, the floor is not flat. It is not necessary to remove the rear headrests to fold the seat.The rear seat access is easy. The dashboard incorporates two cupholders that can accommodate a bottle.The dashboard is very functional.

The Suzuki Alto receives a modern gasoline engine three-cylinder 1.0 liter. Lightweight and compact, the engine develops 68 hp and has a maximum torque of 90 Nm at 3400 r / min. The engine is mated to a five-speed manual. A four-speed automatic transmission is optional.The car is lightweight (855 kg) and its turning radius of 4.5 meters allows the car to sneak into town .

The suspension of the car are firm.The handling is good.The performance of the car are modest.The enngine allows the Suzuki mini-city to reach 155 km / h on the track. It takes 14 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km / h.

The interior can see many reduce’s costs of that little car.Hard plastics are ubiquitous.The materials used are basic quality. The car is manufactured in India. It has a 3 year warranty or 100,000 km.

The CO2 emissions of the car amounted to 103 g / km.Resale values is high.Residual values and indicative averages are of the Suzuki Alto68% the first year, 56% the second year, 48% the third year, 39% the fourth year, 30% the fifth year

Source Latribuneauto

Suzuki Swift testdrive from Latribuneauto

admin — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 08:05:18 +0000

Suzuki Swift testdrive from Latribuneauto

After Latribuneauto of France testdrive the Suzuki Swift,This is what they say about the car which was a European specification Swift ,Translate and summary by SuzukiFan

What they like

Attractive styling
Generous interior space
Driving position
Driving behavior
Full lists of equipment
ESP and seven airbags as standard
Cost / performance ratio
Good ergonomics
Consumption reduced
Good sound

What they don’t like

Small boot of 211 liters
Few storage
Engine performance just average
No side-shields

(1)Design…. Suzuki Swift is elegant raised waistline and a resolutely dynamic style inspired by the Mini The ground clearance reduced to 14 cm(Euro spec) and rear spoiler enhance the dynamic and sporty side of the car.

(2)Space…..Room for four adults The driver and front passenger have plenty of room. Rear passengers will appreciate the important height under the roof that can carry two adults 1, 75 meter., 528 liters expandable rear seat folded

(3)Comfort….The ergonomics of the instruments of control is good. They are well established and easy to read. The driving position and seats are comfortable.When stopped, the gasoline engine is almost inaudible

(4)Performance……The Suzuki Swift is lightweight and strong. Suzuki Swift is behaving like a kart.the Japanese car is agile in town

(5)Safety……… Crash test of the Euro NCAP are excellent.credited with a score of 94% for adult protection, 82% for the protection of children, 62% for pedestrian protection.With the use of high strength steel, the body of the new Swift is both stiffer and lighter.

(6)Quality…….. good level of quality. The assemblies are accurate. The quality of finish is in the middle of the class.

(7)Environment……..The Suzuki Swift emits 116 g CO2 gas in 1.2 liter 94 hp and 109 g in 1.3 DDiS 75 hp diesel.The combined fuel consumption of the car are low. Count 5 liter with 94 hp 1.2 engine petrol and 4.2 liter diesel engine 75 hp 1.3 DDiS.

(8)Price……..The Suzuki Swift has a complete equipment at the entry level version. The suggested resale prices are:

1.2 GL 12 290 Euro
1.2 GLX 14 090
1.3 DDiS GL 14 190
1.2 GLX Auto 15 190
1.2 GLX 4×4 15 540
1.3 DDiS GLX15 990

(9)The Suzuki Swift is selling well in France . This is the model of Suzuki’s best selling range.Residual values ??and indicative of the average Suzuki Swift in France are 75% the first year, 59% the second year, 51% the third year, 42% the fourth year, 36% the fifth year.

(10)Conclusion……..Perfect on the road, the car Suzuki has a comprehensive standard equipment,The Swift is targeting both male and female. Suzuki Swift have dynamism and elegance.Attractive and fun to drive in town

Translate from Latribuneauto by Suzuki Fan

Test drive review of the new Swift DZire

admin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:06:17 +0000

Test drive review of the new Swift DZire

When the Swift DZire was first launched a little over four years ago, it was not the first sedan that was sharing the platform of a sibling hatch, but I had expected it to be amongst the first to leverage the under-four-metre size advantage to come up with a killer price-to-value package for buyers in the entry sedan segment.

But, unfortunately, the DZire had been conceived and its design and concept had been frozen two years earlier when the regulation to offer the lower excise duty advantage for cars under 4,000mm didn’t exist. The DZire was still a runaway hit, with the big advantage of the diesel engine giving it a early mover’s advantage.

Personally, my heart never wanted to choose the DZire; its rear design was weird and unsightly and the integration of the boot seemed slapped on as an after-thought. But, my head was still telling me all along that the DZire was one practical car, combining the ability to tackle the kind of limitations that the Indian driving condition has and at same time packing the allure of the Swift’s design and performance into an affordable entry sedan.

In about fours years, since its launch, the DZire has sold over 3.3 lakh units and owns about 39 per cent of the market share in the sedan segment. So, the change over the new platform could have been delayed a bit more too. But, now the possibility of rectifying some of the design quirks and the prospect of packing in more cabin space with the new Swift platform was a big draw. And with the possibility of working on the design to keep it under 4 metres and gain a pricing advantage must have been even more interesting to ignore for Maruti.

More ‘DZireable’

With the new Swift out last year, Maruti and Suzuki engineers decided to pick on the new platform and advance the generation change for the DZire. The DZire is, as a result, a lift from the Swift when you look at it from the front. Overall the Swift’s lines are all there though there are changes to the bonnet grille and the front bumper, giving it some what of a unique identity. The headlamps are shared with the Swift, as is the blacked out A-pillar.

The new DZire clearly looks smaller and more compact, though at 3,995mm, it is only 165mm lesser than the previous generation’s overall length. But, other than its reduced sub-4,000mm length, the other dimensions have all increased thanks to the use of the new Swift’s platform. The width of the car is now 1,695mm (up 5mm) and the overall height is now 1,530mm (up 25mm), while the wheelbase is the same as the new Swift’s at 2,430mm (up 40mm compared to the outgoing DZire).

The ground clearance remains the same at 170mm compared to the previous-gen DZire, while the turning radius is marginally up at 4.8 metres. But due to the shorter, stubbier boot designed to fit the shorter length, the luggage space in the boot is now only 316 litres compared to the outgoing DZire’s 440 litres, However, the fact remains that for the most part, the boot rarely gets used to its full capacity in urban conditions and the 316 litre boot in the new DZire isn’t looking all that small either.

The design of the current DZire’s backside was clearly lacking in class. The new DZire managed to put me at ease, with its cleaner design and the more natural flow of the lines at the rear with the rest of the car. The tail-lamps are also more suited to the overall design of the car and the stubby boot lid too doesn’t really affect the rear design of the DZire. The new model should find more admirers now, though it is still undeniably familiar to the new Swift and its rather hatch-oriented body style.

The entire set of body panels at the rear, the roof panel and the rear door are all new compared to the Swift. The rear glass seems a bit smaller and the C-pillar also remains thick. The outside rear view mirrors now get integrated turn indicators and the same large mirror unit seen in the new Swift.

Plusher interior

The interior of the new DZire also draws heavily from the new Swift. The modern steering wheel design, waterfall design centre console, the auto climate control and the integrated audio system with six speakers are all very familiar. But, these new elements along with the new lighter beige and black dual tone colour theme give the new DZire’s cabin a much more upmarket feel. There is also the addition of wood finish inserts on the dash and door panels, silver accents, chrome inserts and leather trim have also been thrown in. The new DZire also gets all of the intuitive storage options that were offered in the new Swift.

Similar to the Swift, again the increased wheelbase and the scooped rear of the front seats manage together to liberate about 20mm more legroom for rear passengers. The rear bench seat in the new DZire feels a bit more upright than the earlier version. Depending on trim level you get all the creature comforts that buyers have come to expect from this brand. Seats are comfy, though I wonder how the softer upholstery might wear over the long term.

Engines and performance

The new DZire continues to be offered with the same K 12M VVT petrol engine and the D13A DDiS diesel engine. To experience the new DZire, I had travelled to the Buddh International Circuit at Greater Noida at the invitation of Maruti Suzuki. The race track is not the best of places to gauge the performance of the car in real world driving conditions. But it still put the car’s prowess in perspective.

The engines feel very similar in the new DZire compared to the new Swift. One of the reasons of course, is the fact that both the cars weigh the same at bout 1,000 kgs. By saving weight after using thinner high-tensile steel for the body of the new DZire, the addition of the boot has effectively been nullified.

The result is a power-to-weight ratio that is identical to the new Swift and the co-efficient of drag (aerodynamic co-efficient) has also improved compared to the previous DZire. The effect is the familiar peppy nature of the Swift is immediately evident even in the new DZire and apparently the lower Coe-d has helped improve the fuel efficiency of the new DZire.

The K12 petrol engine delivers a peak power of 87 PS at 6,000 rpm and a peak torque of 114Nm at 4,000 rpm. On the track the manual transmission variant of the DZire petrol is the quietest and there is also enough power in the 3,000 to 6,000 rpm band to push the car. Top speed achievable was in the region of about 145 kmph. The engine gets all the tech from the new Swift too including the variable valve timing for the engine and the detent pin tech for the transmission, to ensure smoother shifting.

The addition in the petrol engine DZire is the new automatic transmission. The new four-speed automatic – a torque converter unit – is being imported from Japan and marks Maruti’s re-entry into the auto gearbox category in the lower price segment. Automatics are being accepted in many congested cities in India and this one too should find a few takers. However, being a rather city-focused auto gearbox, with no manual option, the DZire AT wasn’t that much fun on the track. But, according to Maruti officials it is only marginally poorer in fuel efficiency (2 kmpl lesser) than the manual gearbox variant.This should be good news for buyers who would otherwise be put off by fuel guzzling automatics.

The DDiS diesel engine felt very similar too in the DZire like in the new Swift. This rev-happy, engine behaves so differently in Maruti cars, though it is found in the bonnets of cars from other brands too. The 1,248cc, intercooled, turbocharged diesel engine offers the same characteristics as in the previous model with a peak torque of 190 Nm at 2,000 rpm and a peak power of 75 PS at 4,000 rpm.

The new DZire behaves a bit more nimbly than the outgoing model. There is again a lot of the new Swift in the sedan’s behaviour on the track. Since I didn’t get to drive it on normal roads, there is not much I can say about how it would feel in real world conditions, but the suspension felt a bit more rigid and cabin noise levels was lower, though under hard acceleration in both the diesel and the petrol automatic, the noise levels go up. The new DZire’s ZXi and ZDi models also get new 15-inch alloys instead of the earlier version’s 14-inchers.

Bottomline

The new Swift DZire will clearly be appreciated by many more buyers now. The design has more appeal and the cabin feels more upmarket. The improved power-to-weight ratio also enables the new DZire to offer better fuel efficiency of 19.1 kmpl for the petrol (up 6.7 per cent) and 23.4 kmpl for the diesel (up from 21.7 kmpl earlier).

The current DZire is priced in the range of Rs 4.94 lakh to Rs 6.4 lakh for the petrol models and at Rs 5.95 lakh to Rs 7.30 lakh for the diesel variants. The new DZire’s prices are unlikely to be dramatically lower and Maruti officials say that the cost of the new platform and associated technologies will not enable the company to pass on the entire benefit of a lower duty. Yet, buyers can expect the price to be retained at the same levels or be positioned just a bit lower, maybe.

The new DZire will be out by the first week of February this year.

Source:The hindubusinessline

2012 Suzuki Swift Sport test drive review

admin — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 04:19:22 +0000

2012 Suzuki Swift Sport test drive review

According to Suzuki UK the 3rd generation Swift that arrive dealer since May 2005 have enjoy sale more than 2.1 million unit globally.For the Swift Sport version they sold 62,000 units of which 26,000 have been in Europe.In UK around 10,000 swift sell every year which 1,000 of them is sport version.

The 4th generation Swift start sell since June 2010 and the more performance Swift will start sell from January 2012. We can see that the car still base on the normal Swift but featuring a new black smoke headlight,new sporty front bummer and grille and rear bumper,Rear spoiler.Inside there’re new seat and aluminium pedal.The revised 1.6-litre, four cylinder variable valve timing petrol engine now has 134bhp, up from 123bhp, and maximum torque is raised from 148Nm (109lb ft) to 160Nm (118lb ft).CO2 levels are improved by 10 per cent. The Combined Cycle fuel economy is now 44.1mpg with 147g/km for the CO2 emissions

The many source also told that ride and handling of the car is better than current car. great fun to drive better in every area.The prices will up £ 1,500 to around £ 14,000.Auto express even rate it 5 from 5 and what car of UK have rate it 4 form 5 star.The price is cheaper than competitor and will be one of the best car in class.

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Maruti Suzuki SX4 Diesel Prices and specification

admin — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 05:43:05 +0000

Maruti Suzuki SX4 Diesel Prices and specification
Suzuki SX 4 Diesel engine

‘Super Turbo’ delivers 90PS power and 200Nm torque

   Impressive fuel efficiency of 21.5 kmpl
   First car to be OBD-2 compliant
   First popular sedan to sport a Petrol, Diesel and CNG variant
   Maruti Suzuki aims for a leadership position in premium A3 segment

Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India Limited, today unveiled its much awaited SX4 Diesel. The SX4 Diesel is cleaner and more fuel efficient than all comparable cars in its class and will be offered in three variants: VDi; ZDi and ZDi (with leather upholstery).

The Super Turbo DDiS engine mounted on the SX4, delivers 90PS of peak power at 4000rpm. The engine offers a maximum torque of 200Nm at 1750rpm, which is comparable to higher capacity engines in competing cars. To the customer this implies excellent response and acceleration. The high torque at lower rpm levels makes SX4 Diesel highly suited for city driving conditions as well. At the same time, the Super Turbo engine, with a linear acceleration curve, provides a consistent and smooth drive. Snapshot of Super Turbo DDiS engine

The SX4 Diesel offers an impressive fuel efficiency of 21.5 Kilometres per litre (CMVR rules). This is 8 per cent more than comparable cars.

This is the first car in the country to be certified as ‘OBD-2′ compliant. OBD refers to On Board Diagnostics. OBD-2 informs the customer of any malfunction in the emission control system which may be leading to undue increase in exhaust emissions.

At the launch, Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki said, “SX4 with a Diesel engine is one of the most attractive cars in the upper A3 segment. With the changed urban landscape, suburbs have become an integral part of cities and people travel long distances. The new age diesel technology as offered by the SX4 Super Turbo Diesel is high on power and performance while being low on emissions. SX4 Diesel offers an economical and punchier ride.”

Expressing confidence in the SX4 Diesel he added, “We expect the SX4 diesel to repeat the success of our other diesel offerings and strengthen the Maruti Suzuki portfolio”.

In the last four years, Maruti Suzuki has mounted diesel engines on Swift, Dzire and Ritz. All of them have been runaway successes. The SX4 Super Turbo expands and strengthens the Maruti Suzuki portfolio.

Incidentally, SX4 is the only popular sedan in the country to sport petrol, CNG and now a diesel variant.

Innovations, big and small, help to enhance the life of the engine, provide instant power and reduce emissions in the SX4 Diesel.

What makes SX4 Diesel most fuel efficient in its class

Variable Geometry Turbocharger delivers higher efficiency and reduced emissions, besides instant power. Depending on requirement, the vanes in theturbocharger change their angle to provide optimum air flow. This optimizes efficiency across the engine rpm range.
The high pressure fuel injection system delivers fuel at upto 1600bars. The high pressure pump has an in-built flow control mechanism to improve efficiency, while adding power.
The high pressure pump, fitted on the engine, is equipped with an in-built ‘flow control mechanism’, further improving fuel utilisation.
The Super Turbo DDiS engine uses lower viscosity engine oil (SAE 5W40), which enhances lubrication for smoother running.
The Super Turbo engine is controlled through a remapped ECU which continuously communicates between the engine and the user.

What innovative features in SX4 Diesel enhance customer experience

adequate noise suppressants improve the NVH performance and make the cabin silent and comforting.
The suspension and brakes of the SX4 Diesel Super Turbo have been suitably modified to account for the heavier engine and the changed weight distribution of the car.
The engine has been calibrated for drive pleasure and offers excellent acceleration of 0-100 km in just 14.5 seconds.

Maruti Suzuki SX4 Diesel India Variants
Maruti Suzuki SX4 Diesel variants

Maruti SX4 Diesel VDi
Maruti SX4 Diesel ZDi
Maruti SX4 Diesel ZDi with leather upholstery

Colour Options

Azure Grey
Pearl Arctic White
Oyster Blue
Midnight Black
Clear Beige
Silky Silver

Maruti Suzuki SX4 Diesel Price In India

Maruti SX4 Diesel is priced at Rs. 7.74 Lakhs Ex-showroom Delhi for VDi variant.
Maruti SX4 Diesel is priced at Rs. 8.62 Lakhs Ex-showroom Delhi for ZDi variant.

Source: Maruti Suzuki

The Daily Telegraph : New Suzuki Swift Test drive

admin — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 03:00:45 +0000

The Daily Telegraph : New Suzuki Swift Test drive

IT’S a case of back to the future for the newest incarnation of the Suzuki Swift. The current car has been a mainstay for Suzuki with two million sales since its launch in 2005, so a major overhaul is reserved for the mechanicals and chassis.

The visual style is a modern interpretation of the previous model. The base price is also based on the previous model: at $15,990 it is the same as the 2005 mode cost.

Value

The $15,990 base-model GA (there’s no model-specific badging on any Swift model, so pick them by look) comes with steel 15-inch rims, plain door handles and side mirrors, power windows and mirrors, a four-speaker sound system with USB and iPod connectivity, a five-speed manual transmission and drum rear brakes.

It also packs seven airbags and electronic stability control into the mix, so there’s reasonable value at entry level. More goodies are added as you step up $700 to the mid-spec GL, including a leather steering wheel with audio controls, and a six-speaker sound system.

There’s also a tacho, which will be more important for manual owners than those who spend the extra $1700 for the four-speed automatic.

The top-spec GLX costs $18,990 and adds all-round disc brakes, 16-inch alloys, Bluetooth connectivity, a steering wheel that adjust for reach and height, keyless entry and start/stop button and front fog lamps.

Technology

The “new Swift” is more — and in some cases less — of the same. And that’s good for buyers. The engine has been downsized from 1.5 to 1.4 litres, but the new powerplant is lighter, helping to offset the drop to 70kW and 130Nm, from the 1.5′s 74kW/133Nm.

The flip side is petrol use is down from 6.3 litres per 100km to 5.5, which puts it at the top of the class on fuel use. CO2 emissions are 132g/km.

All cars now have the electronic throttle control once reserved for the sporty Swift S. The chassis is lighter and stronger. Cruise control isn’t an option yet but it could be sooner rather than later.

Styling

An Italian interpretation on the original design led to the latest look for the Swift. Suzuki sent two teams to Europe — one to France and one to Italy — to conceive a new style for the Swift and it was the Italian-based team’s modern approach to evolving the design that won.

The result is a glass profile that progressively narrows from the front windows to the rear, a bigger front grille, front and rear lights that now sweep around the top side edges of the car and a much smarter interior.

Silver highlights help break up the black dashboard and while the plastics are not at Euro-touch softness, they look durable and the fit and finish is typical Suzuki standard.

And the front dash pockets may help break up the lines, but I wouldn’t be putting anything heavy in them.

safety

The Swift is a safe bet. There are seven airbags — the driver picks up a knee bag in addition to the dual front, side and curtain units — ABS brakes with brake assist and brakeforce distribution, stability control and front seatbelts with pre-tensioners and force limiters.

It is a five-star car and the 40mm wheelbase spurt in size gives rear seat passengers more legroom.

Driving

Hairpin turns with short straights are made for cars like the Swift. The chassis/suspension are in their element on tight bends and bumpy roads.

The ride is firm but not harsh and it sits flat and composed under acceleration or brakes. The light and low weight means it holds its line in turns and responds to throttle or brake if the driver overcooks it.

Uphill runs expose the engine’s lack of torque and the four-speed auto’s lack of ratios. The pair work OK around town, but won’t be the enthusiasts’ choice, especially as there’s no option for manual shifts.

The five-speed manual’s extra cog helps get the most out of the engine — the 1.4-litre will happily rev at the top of the tacho and the mid-range is strong, so working the manual can result in reasonably quick runs.

The GLX undoubtedly has the better brakes, but the rear drums on the GL didn’t lock up once and will be more than good enough for most.

Rear seat room will encourage you to pack adults in for a short trip — they’ll moan, but survive — and pre-teen kids won’t complain at all. Boot space is tight, but at 210 litres to the bottom of the windows you can fit the weekly luggage in.

The Swift is chasing sales off the Toyota Yaris, Ford Fiesta and Mazda2 and first impressions are the extra interior sophistication will earn it more fans.

INSIDE VIEW SUZUKI SWIFT

Price: From $15,990

Engine: 1.4-litre four-cylinder 70kW/130Nm

Verdict: A good car done better. Price and build quality are on the money.

We like: Great chassis, safety, interior

We don’t like: No tacho in base manual, four-speed auto, no Bluetooth across the range

Body: Five-door hatch

Seats: Five

Economy: 5.5 litres/100km; (auto 6.3 litres/100km)

Emissions CO2: 132g/km (147g/km)

Source: The Daily Telegraph

2011 Suzuki Swift Specification and prices

admin — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 07:54:52 +0000

2011 Suzuki Swift Specification and prices

The new Swift is available in three model grades, from the entry-level GA, through to the mid-range GL and the GLX range-topping trim.

The GA will come standard with the following features:

1.4-litre VVT engine
Front airbags
Seat-mounted side airbags
Side curtain airbags
Driver’s knee airbag
ESP stability control
ABS brakes with EBD and BA
Four-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with USB port
Air conditioner
Power windows
Power mirrors
Remote central locking
15-inch steel wheels

The GL adds:
Optional four-speed automatic transmission
Body-coloured door handles / side mirrors
Mirror-mounted side indicators
Leather steering wheel
Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
Six-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system
Tachometer

The range-topping GLX adds:
16-inch alloy wheels
Rear wheel disc brakes
Telescopically adjustable steering wheel
Keyless entry/start system
Bluetooth
Climate control air conditioner
Front fog lamps

The 2011 Suzuki Swift prices in Australia.

2011 Suzuki Swift GA – Manual – $15,990
2011 Suzuki Swift Swift GL – Manual – $16,690
2011 Suzuki Swift Swift GL – Auto – $18,390
2011 Suzuki Swift Swift GLX – Manual – $18,990
2011 Suzuki Swift Swift GLX – Auto – $20,690
Source: Suzuki

Suzuki will lanuch Swift and kizashi with AWD drive system

admin — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 06:17:31 +0000

Suzuki will lanuch Swift and kizashi with AWD drive system

Suzuki will lanuch Swift and kizashi with 4×4 drive system in european market in february.

In February, Starting with the Swift will be available in AWD version associated with the engine 1.2i 16v of 94 hp, 5 speed manual The company said it returns a fuel economy of 6.7 liter/100km urban, 4.9 liter/100km highway and 5.5 liter/100km combined, with CO2 emissions of 129g/km.

The price is € 14,490, ie € 900 is more expensive than front-wheel drive variants available from about € 13,895 in the GL finished version.

The Kizashi 4×4 sedan features Suzuki’s so-called intelligent all-wheel drive system (i-AWD) which allows the driver to manually switch the car from front- to all-wheel drive with the push of a button, with power coming from a 178HP-strong 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine paired to a continuously variable automatic transmission.

According to the Japanese automaker, the Kizashi 4×4 averages 11.3 liter/100km in the city, 6.6 liter/100km on highway and 8.3 liter/100km on the combined cycle, with CO2 emissions of 191 g/km.

Prices in Germany start from €29,900 [US$41,000]. The standard equipment package features a two-zone automatic climate control, Xenon headlights, ten-way power adjustable and heated driver’s seat with memory function, and more

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Suzuki Lauched Solio Compact Wagon in Japan.

admin — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 06:22:29 +0000

Suzuki Lauched Solio Compact Wagon in Japan.

It’s sound strange when the Japanese call a 3.7 meter long sub compact MPV as “Compact Wagon”. Because it’s size actualy in “sub compact” range.Well,the Solio is short, but lots of space. The car will soon be sold by Mitsubishi. Then, the two companies have agreed.

The Japanese love their small cars, because in Tokyo are as rare of parking speace.

Mr. Naoki who responsible for developing the platform told in press conferance that the new car based on larger version of Swift and pallet platform.”Of course, we shared the engine and transmission, and various components with other models”

The Solio is 3710mm long ? 1620mm Width ? 1765mm hight , 2450mm wheelbase ( New Swift is + 140mm, Width-75mm height +255 mm, wheelbase is +20 mm). Interior length is 2130mm, 1345mm interior height.Weight 1000 to 1090kg
nd the mileage 22.5km / L.

For the ride is “comfort-oriented setting” Said Suzuki.The front MacPherson struts and rear coil springs are employed.

The engine is take over the running of the Swift, a proven powertrain with 4cylinder 1.2-liter Dual VVT mate with a CVT transmission.Use lightweight high tensile steel effectively, the G grade vehicle weight 1000kg. 10.15-mode fuel consumption is 22.5km / liter has been achieved. with 165/65R14 tire.

The car concept is “fun to ride, easy to use” with better fuel economy.Naoki Suzuki told that the car is “First, class-leading interior space with compact maneuverability.

Kamio Akira who design the Solio siay that they intent to downsizing from a large minivan,Both acceptable to users from the design as something of universal value irrespective of the generation that thought of something. As a result, “or quality, texture, etc. We think for the most important.

Then, “skeletons adopted grill. Molding and a sense of continuity through the grille lamp, and expressed the sense of quality and to elaborate the modeling of the contents of the grill,” explains the design around the front. “Because there are many medium and large minivan design to adopt a fancy plated grill, I do not think that was a crappy design” he said.

Suzuki want to attract customer from Toyota bB and Nissan Cube. Suzuki hopes to sell 12,000 units a year, targeting current minicar and minivan owners. Prices start at 1.38 million yen.

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Suzuki Unveils New Swift with 1.4 liter engine And Handling Upgrades

admin — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 02:49:31 +0000

Suzuki Unveils New Swift with 1.4 liter engine And Handling Upgrades

Suzuki released details of the powertrain for the all new Swift range, which goes on sale in February.

The Swift range will be powered by an all-new 1.4-litre engine offering excellent performance and class leading economy.

Optimum fuel efficiency was a key driver for engineers and the all-new Swift uses just 5.5 litres per 100 km and produces 132 grams of C02 per km.

That represents a 13 per cent improvement over the old engine and makes it the most economical naturally aspirated engine in the class.

The all-new K14B engine produces 70 kilowatts of power and 130 Newton-metres of torque.

The undersquare design (73mm x 82mm bore x stroke) offers a longer stroke than the superseded M15A engine and, in combination with Electronic Throttle Control, ensures better launch feel and overtaking performance.

Suzuki engineers concentrated on weight reduction as part of the new engine development, and the new K14B comes complete with a lightweight plastic cylinder head cover, lighter pistons and narrower crankshaft bearings.

Other key features of the new engine include:

An aluminium alloy cylinder head for low weight and excellent heat radiation
A centre plug pentroof combustion chamber
Variable valve timing
Cross flow intake and exhaust layout, and
Direct drive valve train for increased rigidity

Electronic throttle control – currently only available on the Swift Sport – will be standard across the new Swift range, eliminating the mechanical link between the accelerator and the throttle body.

The computer controlled system ensures improved engine management control, superior fuel economy, better launch feel and more refinement at idle.

The engine is matched to a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.

The five-speed manual transmission has a new assist mechanism for reduced driver effort, while an optimised shift-lever pattern further promotes smooth changes.

It also features a new mechanism to prevent accidental shifts from fifth gear to reverse, while a new hydraulic release system in the clutch further aids smooth, effortless gearchanges.

A revised four-speed automatic transmission is also available with a revised straight shift pattern, replacing the gated version of the old model.

It also comes with a lock-up slip control, offering a wider lock-up range for improved power and efficiency, while also suppressing torque converter slip at light acceleration loads.

The all-new Swift automatic also features a hill-hold function to ensure fuss-free launches in hilly urban areas.

Dynamics
Newly developed steering system for crisper response
Greater rigidity in front and rear suspension
More enjoyable, confidence-inspiring braking
A new evolution of a light, stiff body

The new Swift gives an even stronger sense of agility and improved stability through its newly refined wide-track, short-wheelbase, increased body and suspension rigidity as well as in greater roll stiffness.

Extensive use of ultra high tensile strength steel has increased torsional rigidity by 15 per cent, providing an excellent basis for improved dynamics.

The centre of gravity is slightly lower in the new Swift, while a wider track further aids stability and handling.

Specially designed low-play joints in the steering-column shaft provide a firmer, more linear steering feel.

The electric power steering system also has a newly adopted variable-gear-ratio design; a relatively quick ratio is adopted when the rack is near the centre point to make the car respond quickly at the start of a turn, while a relatively slow ratio near the steering wheel’s turning limits reduces the effort required for bigger turns.

As a result, the new Swift responds more faithfully to every steering input from the driver.

The front suspension utilises MacPherson struts / coil springs together with an enhanced stabiliser layout which combine to give better roll stiffness without any weight penalties.

The rear suspension utilises a torsion beam with coil springs which incorporates an enhanced inclination angle for the torsion-beam bushings, this provides 50 per cent more lateral rigidity in the bush mountings which results in better toe control. A new design structure torsion beam is now used which is lighter as well as providing greater roll stiffness.

The dynamics upgrade has resulted in the new Swift delivering handling that reflects a newly evolved, more mature kind of sportiness and inspires even greater confidence in the driver.
Source: Suzuki