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Suzuki Freshens Existing Product While Waiting For Volkswagen Assimilation

admin — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:11:30 +0000

Suzuki Freshens Existing Product While Waiting For Volkswagen Assimilation

Some 50 United States Suzuki dealers may have just taken buyouts from the Japanese automaker, but company executives continue to say there are no plans to pull out of the market. Things are looking up for the Japanese automaker, which just sold a 19.9-percent stake to Volkswagen, with product integration between the two marques on the horizon.

Here’s what we know about Suzuki’s upcoming product plans:

Swift: Although the all-new 2011 Swift was initially intended to be launched in the U.S. later this year, Sukuki’s new tie-up with Volkswagen, combined with unpredictable exchange rates, have delayed the hatchback by a year. The Swift will only be sold in Japan and Europe until Suzuki officials are confident the automaker can turn a profit by offering the vehicle Stateside.

Kizashi: Although Suzuki had planned to offer a V-6 engine in its midsize Kizashi sedan, plans have changed. General Motors’ sale of its 20-percent stake in the Japanese automaker to VW resulted in the loss of the rights to the V-6. Not only did Suzuki lose the V-6 when it parted ways with GM, but it also lost access to a GM hybrid powertrain that was potentially destined for the sedan.

For 2011, just one year into its model run, the top GTS and SLS trim levels are set to receive a new front fascia with a lower grille. A sport package, consisting of body enhancements, a sport tuned suspension, 18-inch wheels, and an upgraded interior, will become available for 2011.

Equator: No more than a rebadged version of the Nissan Frontier, the midsize pickup’s destiny relies solely on Suzuki’s relationship with its Japanese competitor. The Nissan pickup, now in its second generation, debuted five years ago, and isn’t due for a redesign for another few years.

Grand Vitara: Suzuki will continue to offer its small SUV for the 2011 model year, but its recent split with GM will force it to discontinue a V-6 powerplant. The sole engine option is a 2.4-liter I-4, which makes 166 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque.

SX4: The SX4, marketed as a Mini Cooper fighter, will most likely be redesigned for the 2012 model year. In the interim, Suzuki has given the three model variants a slight update for the 2011 model year and slashed pricing on its Sportback version by $1500, bringing its sticker price down to the mid-$16,000s.

Suzuki and VW are eagerly looking for ways to integrate vehicle technologies across platforms, but we’re told not to expect the first co-developed vehicles to become available for at least five years. What you like to see from the two automakers? Give us your thoughts in the comments section below.

Source: Automotive News via automobilemag

2012-2013 Volkswagen Polo Suv (VW Rocktan)Based on Next Gen Suzuki SX4 rendering

admin — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 02:41:29 +0000

2012-2013 Volkswagen Polo Suv (VW Rocktan)Based on Next Gen Suzuki SX4 rendering

I just found a rendering of this car some where.but don’t get serious at this picture because this car is still in developement……

below is Text from http://autoten.com/2010/05/17/2012-volkswagan-rocktan-rendering-and-information/

The agreement with Volkswagen and suzuki cooperation. The first ideas that begin to form is about to create urban croosover . the car will be Nissan Juke competitor and Would be based on the next generation of Suzuki SX4 that suzuki was planed to hit market early 2012 ( date of release may be change whem VW buy stake in Suzuki), as the current car is Suzuki build in Hungary and China.
The current car is sent as OEM to fiat to sell as Fiat Sedici but when Fiat have agreement with Crysler they will build thier own sedici replacement

Actualy now Volkswagan have their B-segment crossover call Cross Polo that position same as SX4 autoten.com suggest that Suzuki may upsize, up price and upgrade quality of the new SX4 about 2,000-3,000 euro per varient.

The Volkswagen version of suzuki SX4 will be name Volkswagan Rocktan
but this name may change after that . Currently in Wolfsburg is researching what is necessary to meet a 5-star crash test . consider their own engines under the hood to fit. Examples include the 1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI 140hp diesel units and the 1.4 TSI with 122 hp. the car will compet with other compact crossovers like the Nissan Juke and Toyota Urban Cruiser

Some media report that the car will also compet with the Nissan Qashqai which have amazing sales, Nissan actually can not keep up production. The idea is to produce the car with a common platform for both to save costs, Volkswagen would benefit from cooperation at the level of industrial development, Suzuki is more likely in the mechanical field

source: autoten

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Spyshot

admin — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 03:19:50 +0000

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Maruti Alto K10 spyshot, technical specifications, features, variants and colours

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 07:27:43 +0000

Maruti Alto K10 spyshot, technical specifications, features, variants and colours
Maruti’s much awaited powerful Alto called “Alto K10″ will be launched in August. but before that know the specifications,features, variants, colours and everything you want to know about the Alto K10. To cater to the customers who want no compromise on performance,style,features, style and attitude in the entry level car segment. Maruti believes Alto K10 will redefine the segment as Swift did in the premium hatch segment.

Engine and Transmission

Maruti Alto K10 is built on the same platform the existing alto (called Alto F8). There are not much mechanical changes except for the retuning of suspension and booster assisted braking system. The new stuff is the all new K10 engine which Maruti already uses in A-star, Estilo and Wagon-R. The K-series under the hood of Alto K10 produces 68PS of maximum power at 6200rpm and 90Nm of maximum torque at 3500rpm. Remember, these figures are astonishing when compared to current alto which generates just 47PS of peak power.On the other side, Alto k10 has gained just 50kgs because of the new engine. Result, Alto K10 reaches 100kmphs in 13.3 seconds as opposed to 17.3 seconds by alto.

Even though the power ratings have improved, Maruti claims the Alto K10 returns a mileage of 20.3Kmpl under standard conditions which is marginally better than the current alto. Like the new Wagon-R, Maruti Alto k10 also gets the new cable type transmission for smoother gear shifts

Exteriors

Maruti Alto k10 is 125mm longer to accommodate the K10 engine. The front fascia is different with a dynamic hood, eagle eyed clear lens headlamps and body coloured bumper. Alto k10 also gets swanky fog lamps. The side profile remains largely unchanged except for the 13″ inch wheels and body side mouldings.Alto k10 also gets nice looking wheel covers. The rear gets a new designed back door and fresh tail lamps.

Interiors

Those who bothered about utilitarian Alto interiors can now rejoice. Alto k10 gets two tone interiors with lot of usable features and design elements. The decade old two spoke steering wheel is replaced with three spoke wheel. Maruti has borrowed the 3-spoke steering wheel from the A-star. Integrated headrest for front and rear passengers is a radical change. The instrument panel is refreshed with amber illuminated speedometer, tachometer and an electronic trip-meter.

Features

Alto K10 comes with long list of much needed features like power steering,internally adjustable ORVM, key reminder, remote boot opener (reminds you if you left the key in the lock itself), central locking, power windows, rear parcel tray, accessory socket, remote fuel lid opener and electronic trip meter

Colours

Alto K10 will be available in six colours – ecru beige, midnight black, fire brick red, blue blaze, silky silver and superior white.

Maruti will launch the Alto K10 in the first week of August. Maruti plans to sell the current alto with the new Alto K10 and believes the dual-model will further boost the sales numbers. Expect the pricing of Alto K10 to be very competitive.
source:vicky

Volkswagan and Suzuki future suv road map

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:22:39 +0000

Volkswagan and Suzuki future suv road map

Volkswagen recently bought 19.9% stakes in Suzuki. The German carmaker made a very smart move by buying stakes in Suzuki could create opportunities for VW to jointly develop low cost car models,especially in Small car and SUV srgment, which is the Japanese marque’s strength.
The future product plan was publish in car magazine refer that it was mapped out by the VW Group which calls for up to five different crossovers/SUVs
1 Small SUV
2 Compact SUV
3 Mid-size SUV (Tiguan)
4 Mid-size + SUV (Q5, baby Cayenne)
5 Full-size SUV (Touareg)

VW are reportedly favouring the next SX4 which would work for Volkswagen new small SUV , Audi (Q1), Seat (Tribu) and Skoda (Yeti II).read more story about this car here http://autoten.com/2010/05/17/2012-volkswagan-rocktan-rendering-and-information/
car magazine say that Even though the Tiguan already exists in standard and XL form, Wolfsburg sees room above it for a slightly bigger Passat crossover dubbed VW416. Passat SUV, Tiguan II, Audi Q3 II and the follow-up to Vitara/Grand Vitara would in this scenario share the same DNA. Instead of using the flexible but rather expensive modular transverse matrix MQB, VW and Suzuki could pool their hardware and create a more affordable common architecture.
as autoten got information the Next Generation Suzuki Grand Vitara is dua in 2013. at first Suzuki was planed to use the Kizashi derive platform.but now VW has take some part in Suzuki. as we know that modular transverse matrix or MQB is more pricer to build, may be the two will turn to modifly Kizashi platform which is cheapper to build than the MQB
read more here http://suzukifan.com/2010/01/13/suzuki-usa-roadmap-2010-2013/
other interresting story is from Suzukifan.com they report that Suzuki is working on new version of its XL7 crossover for the 2012 . as Production of the XL7 ceased earlier in 2009 due to low demand, but the new version could ride on a stretched version of the Kizashi’s architecture. expect the car to be far better quality than the old model as Suzuki plans to market it in global market.
read more here http://suzukifan.com/2010/01/13/suzuki-usa-roadmap-2010-2013/ but since VW take some part in Suzuki the developement news is tight liped. but autoten.com predict that the car maybe delive to Passat crossover dubbed VW416 that slight ly bigger than Tiguan II

Questions over questions – and so far only one answer. While Suzuki will at the bottom of the price and performance spectrum teach the
Germans how to decontent and save money, Porsche will at the upper end teach Audi and Bentley how to conceive modern lightweight driver?s cars and crossover vehicles.

via: autoten.com

First picture of New 2011 Suzuki Swift 3 door

admin — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 02:50:31 +0000

First picture of New 2011 Suzuki Swift 3 door

we got this picture from Suzuki Swift Frist drive event from Italian media. all we can see is Swift got same design of 5 door but in 3 door configuration .notthing surprice. but front and rear skirt on the red car seem like it’s a special order, not standard equipment on the 3 door

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Maruti Suzuki denies plans to launch Cervo in India!!

admin — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 01:19:55 +0000

Maruti Suzuki denies plans to launch Cervo in India!!

as we has been read the news about Maruti Suzuki to produce Suzuki Cervo in India since late 2008. many website was still publish about the plan that Maruti will launch the car by in end of 2010 at the price of Rs.1.5 – 2.5 lakh which we see too cheaper and we feel it should start at 2.8 lakh.
today is some shock when WheelsUnplugged report by refering unname senior Maruti officer that Cervo is not heading to India!…read full story below

As a number of domestic and international carmakers have announced the launch of their small and cheaper cars to take on ‘Tata Nano’, there has been a lot of buzz that Maruti Suzuki was also planning a similar segment car, priced in the range of Rs.1.5 – 2.5 lakh. There were estimates that a car christened ‘Cervo’ will be rolled out by Maruti Suzuki in the near future. However, a senior official when contacted by wheelsunlugged.com, has categorically denied any such development.
“We are planning to launch some models but any plans to launch Cervo are not on the drawing board of the company. We’ll make an announcement as and when we roll out the models,” as revealed by a senior official of the company, who did not wished to be named.

It is to be mentioned that Suzuki Motor Company (the parent company) has recently launched a mini-car named Cervo in Japan, which is powered by a 660cc engine offering 54 bhp. The high-end version is powered by a three-cylinder turbocharged 50-horsepower 660cc engine. The model Cervo meets Japan’s 4-star emission standards and exceeds the 2010 fuel economy standards by about 10 per cent.

However, same official, when queried about 1.0 litre KB Series version of Alto, he confirmed the move. However, he maintained that the recently introduced BS-IV version of Alto would co-exist with the upcoming model. “Both the cars would be sold as the current one caters to a different segment and the 1.0 Litre Alto would is earmarked for a slightly higher segment. Ergo, the higher spec Alto will be slightly pricier,” said the official, without revealing further details.

It is to be mentioned that the KB Series engines are rolled out at Manesar in Haryana and is being fitted in Maruti Suzuki’s portfolio of models like A-Star, Ritz, Swift, Dzire, Estilo and very recently the fourth generation WagonR. The engine, apart from being Euro 4- and Euro 5-compliant, is also highly fuel-efficient, though the company is not ready to disclose its mileage.

“The K-series engines are the most advanced in the car manufacturer’s stable of engines. They will be fitted in all existing models of cars over the next 3- 5 years,” said a senior official of Maruti Suzuki earlier. In India, the Bharat 4 norms (which are derived from the Euro 4 norms) of emission are to be implemented by April 2010.
source: WheelsUnplugged

Maruti all set to go global with RIII,SX4 platform based MPV could get VW engines

admin — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 01:13:29 +0000

Maruti all set to go global with RIII,SX4 platform based MPV could get VW engines

Maruti’s big ticket entry into the large MUV/MPV space, the RIII could come out as early as the first half of 2011 (as bs motring say but at First we hear that it’s will be late 2011). According to sources, the company has already signed sourcing deals with its vendors and is looking at even exporting the MPV.

First shown at the 2010 Auto Expo, the RIII MPV will be a seven seater based on the SX4/Swift platform. Using an extended wheelbase and heavier componentry, the RIII is Suzuki’s way of hedging its risks as competition in the small car market, both in India and other markets increases.

High volumes are being quoted to vendors as the RIII is also being considered for other markets like Latin America and East Europe which are likely to be primary export targets.

The RIII is likely to be made at Maruti’s Gurgaon plant initially before production shifts to an expanded Manesar plant subsequently. Sources also say that the global production of the RIII could be concentrated only in India with fully built units or knocked down kits exported to other markets. Suzuki’s significant shareholder Volkswagen could also be called on to then assemble the car for Latin America and the company is already assessing this.

Suzuki is convinced about bringing the RIII to markets like Brazil. But it will be interesting to see the outcome of the study from Volkswagen that will decide on the RIII being assembled at Volkswagen plants in Brazil.

The RIII could feature not just Suzuki engines, but also engines from the Volkswagen group who own a 19.9 per cent stake in the company. Since Suzuki has access to only the Multijet diesel engine from its lone plant in India, which too is running at full capacity, it makes both mechanical as well as economic sense for Suzuki to consider a diesel engine from VW. One of the likely contenders could be the 1.6-litre common rail diesel motor from the upcoming Vento with 105 bhp, though this is a matter of conjecture at this point. Suzuki’s 1.2-litre K Series engine(as bs mortoring say but we think 1.2 kb series is too small unless it get turbocharge) or its 1.6-litre VVT engine from the SX4 could be the most likely petrol powerplant.

According to sources, over 20 engineers had worked on the concept and that since the Auto Expo, the company is still to finalise the footprint and other engineering alterations

Suzuki RIII will appear at IIMS 2010 Indonesia International Motor Show,rumore to build locally

Suzuki Concept R3 Information and Picture Gallery

admin with some content from bs motoring

Next generation Suzuki Swift will got 1200cc benzin direct injection and Swift sport featuring DSG 7 speed is now 6 month late

admin — Thu, 27 May 2010 00:20:17 +0000

Next generation Suzuki Swift will got 1200cc benzin direct injection and Swift sport featuring DSG 7 speed is now 6 month late

as autoten.com got unconfirm information from various source that Suzuki swift will got many range of outstanding engine, featuring newer technology and competitive to other best in class b-segment car.
start with 1200cc benzin engine will got direct injection engines,1400 cc benzin engine will got turbochage generate about 148 hp (these 2 will be very important to european market),1500cc benzin that will be a regular in next generation swift will be focus on India and China.

we also got unconfirm information on Swift sport that the car will featuring VW’s DSG 7 speed gearbox that first planed to hit market at sping 2011 in Japan is now 6 month late behide schedul.

but there’re confirm that suzuki is developing own diesel engine (read here http://suzukifan.com/2010/01/20/suzuki-diesels-engine-list-where-are-they-from-first-suzuki-own-diesel-is-in-develope)

Suzuki Next Generation Swift interior Spyshots, Infomation And Rendering

source: http://autoten.com/2010/05/24/next-generation-suzuki-swift-will-got-1200cc-benzin-direct-injection-and-swift-sport-featuring-dsg-7-speed-is-now-6-month-late/