Suzuki has introduced two new models to its Suzuki Grand Vitara series in the form of the SZ 1.6 VVT and SZ 1.9 DDiS. The SZ 1.6 VVT is powered by a 1.6 liter petrol engine with 106 PS and 145 Nm of torque. As for the SZ 1.9 DDiS, power comes from a 1.9 diesel engine with 129 PS and 300 Nm of torque. Both cars feature a revised exterior and interior styling, ESP, six airbags and rear privacy glass. The SZ 1.6 VVT and SZ 1.9 DDiS are priced at 13,600 GBP and 16,200 GBP, respectively. [Zercustoms]
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. has just launched its new premium hatchback called Ritz aka Splash. This compact car is available in two different power-train options: a 1.2-liter four cylinder petrol engine or a 1.3-liter four cylinder DDiS diesel engine. The car has a top speed of 165 km/h and features a 18/21 kilometer per liter fuel consumption. Inside, you’ll find an LCD panels along with other new equipments. Prices ranging from Rs.3,90,000 – Rs.4,99,00 depending on the variant. More»
Bad news comes from Suzuki since the company has halted production at its CAMI joint-venture plant due to slow sales and the credit crisis. The CAMI plant produced 12,407 XL7 SUVs last year, but has only made 4 units since the start of 2009. The XL7 represents the only Suzuki model built in North America. [LeftLaneNews]
Made to celebrate Suzuki’s 100 years in existence, the company has introduced the Swift Sport Anniversary Edition at the 2009 Geneva Auto Show. The car gets a complete aero kit with an aggressive front end, side skirts, an intricate rear bumper with two exhaust pipes and a roof spoiler. The car also comes with 18-inch wheels, coated in 215/35/18 Yokohama rubber. Underneath, the car is powered by a 125hp four-cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission and comes standard with ABS and stability control. Unfortunately, the car is only available in Switzerland for a price of 33,925 Swiss Francs. [AutoGuide] More»
Suzuki has unveiled the brand-new Equator midsize pickup truck. For 2009, the Equator will start at $17,995. The car is powered by a 2.5L four-cylinder engine with 152 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque with a five-speed manual transmission and two-wheel drive. [Autoblog]
