Mild-hybrid Suzuki Alto released in Japan

Suzuki has recently released the ninth-generation of the Alto in its home country. This replaces the eighth version of the Japanese kei car, which has been around since 2014.

The overall look of the newest Suzuki Alto retained its boxy exterior but now sports a rounded design that will distinguish it from the previous generation.  

For its front fascia, the ninth-generation Alto features a chrome bar flanked by trapezoidal headlights, a small inlet just below the logo.  The hood, bumper and grille design dropped the pointed edges. The rear features a new bumper, tailgate and an upright tail light design.

Equipped in the latest iteration of the Suzuki Alto is a 660cc three-cylinder engine that has a mild-hybrid system, thanks to its integrated starter generator (ISG) and a small lithium-ion battery pack to store energy. Based on the photo in its website, ninth-generation Suzuki Alto is fitted with an automatic transmission.

Locally, Suzuki Philippines has discontinued selling the third-generation Alto nameplate since early 2020 and was replaced by the S-Presso. Both models came from Suzuki Maruti in India.

Photos from Suzuki Japan

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