Back in 2011, we informed you about the launch of Swift X-ITE accessories in Germany.
Suzuki Germany has gone one step further and has launched the Swift X-ITE edition in which all those accessories are fitted as standard.
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The Maruti Suzuki A-Star (Suzuki Alto to our overseas readers) was given minor upgrades in India earlier this year that saw the introduction of 60:40 split rear seats and beige interior.
Sales of the A-Star has not been impressive and as we explained in a previous article, the numbers have fallen to sub-1,000 units/month levels for two consecutive months.
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Suzuki New Zealand has launched a special edition Swift dubbed Swift XS with body enhancements using the five-door hatchback. The Swift is among the best selling cars in NZ and the special edition promises to build on the new model’s good start.
Black European inspired spoiler kit, bold wheel arches, rear upper spoiler, side protection door mouldings and a unique XS decal are the highlights of this special edition. It is available in a choice of seven colors.
Chang’an Motors, a Chinese auto manufacturer that produces cars in partnership with Suzuki, has shown a mini SUV with an original design at the Beijing Auto Show.
Our reader BMS tipped us on this development and we rang up our Chinese pals to learn more. The mini SUV fever has gripped us all and we’re aware of straying off limits here!
According to speculative media reports, Suzuki Motor Corporation has made good progress on the next generation Grand Vitara model mounted on the elongated Kizashi platform. The update on the underpinning is not a new development as international blogs have already reported on the platform sharing between the two models in the recent past.
Suzuki had given the Vitara a mild cosmetic change by repositioning the spare wheel from behind the car to under the luggage compartment for the Canadian market.
According to reports, the styling of the next Vitara is similar to the Kizashi 2 concept, along the lines of the example showcased at the Delhi Auto Expo 2008, blending aggression and soft lines on the bodywork.
Suzuki UK is known to bring out special edition models of their existing line up every now and then. Their most favorite car is the Swift because it can carry ‘special edition’ badges as easily as a young girl can carry a pink dress.
This time around they have launched a Suzuki Swift Attitude which is scheduled to go live on 2nd of April with a price tag of £10,750 for the three-door version and £11,220 for the five-door model.
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If you had visited the Delhi Auto Expo, you may have seen a Wagon R lookalike Suzuki Japan offers as the Solio. The Solio, if we can trust Wikipedia, is built using the Wagon R’s parts and is sold as an extension to the Wagon R.
According to SuzukiFan.com, Suzuki is planning to stretch the Solio to accommodate an extra row of seats. This makes the Solio a three-row mini MPV. SuzukiFan claims the plan is to make this a global model and not restrict it to the Japanese market. Indonesia is a probable production center if the report is to be believed.
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pecial editions cars are a way to grab attention of the customers. They offer some add-on features at and extra price and a satisfaction to the consumer that they posses something unique. But dedicating a special edition Swift to the greatest thief in the world – Lupin III..Really?
Suzuki Italy has officially unveiled a Swift dedicated to Monkey Punch’s iconic Lupin III character. Lupin III is an anime series that follows the adventures of a gang of thieves led by Arsène Lupin III who is touted to be the greatest thief in the world.
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