Suzuki launches e Vitara

Suzuki e Vitara

Suzuki Motor Corporation has launched its premiere battery electric vehicle — the e Vitara.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • On what concept vehicle was the Suzuki e Vitara based?

    The new offering is based on the Suzuki eVX concept.
  • When will the Suzuki e Vitara's production and sales commence?

    The Suzuki e Vitara's production and sales shall start next year.
  • The said offering looks very familiar as the production model was based on eVX Concept that recently had its appearance at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show.

    Suzuki EVX Photo from Juan Paulo Papa

    Per Suzuki, production and sales of the e Vitara shall commence sometime around late first or early second quarter of 2025. The initial countries that will have the aforementioned product will include Europe, India, and Japan.

    Specifications

    Created under the “Emotional Versatile Cruiser” concept, the Suzuki e Vitara combines advanced technology and strength as it features the Allgrip-e electric four-wheel-drive system and the newly-developed Heartect-e platform.

    Design

    Themed “High Tech and Adventure”, the Suzuki e Vitara showed a bold and modern look.

    Suzuki e Vitara Photo from Suzuki

    Its exterior comes mostly bold, sharp lines to match its long wheelbase, and large-diameter tires.

    Inside, the vehicle has an integrated display with advanced equipment and tough-looking panels and center console.

    Drivetrain

    Powering the Suzuki e Vitara is one or two eAxles that combine the motor and inverter, together with the lithium iron-phosphate batteries. Its Allgrip-e system is composed of two independent eAxles placed on both ends of the vehicle. Per Suzuki, the system provides powerful performance and allows for precise control with excellent responsiveness.

    Suzuki e Vitara Photo from Suzuki

    It also has Trail mode that lets the vehicle escape from rough terrain by applying brakes to spinning tires and distributing drive torque to the opposite tire (LSD function).

    Technology

    The Suzuki e Vitara boasts the Heartect-e that is lightweight, offers high-voltage protection, and a spacious cabin, thanks to its short overhang. The main floor removes the underfloor members to boost battery capacity.

    Suzuki e Vitara Photo from Suzuki

    “The e Vitara is our first BEV, developed through repeated trial and error to create an easy-to-use BEV for our customers. In order to realize a carbon-neutral society, we will provide a variety of options, including BEVs, hybrid vehicles, and CNG vehicles, tailored to specific regions. Introduction of the e Vitara represents a significant milestone in achieving carbon neutrality. Following the launch of the e Vitara, we will continue to expand our BEV line-up and propose mobility solutions tailored to the needs of specific countries and regions,” Suzuki President Toshihiro Suzuki said.

    Suzuki e Vitara Photo from Suzuki

    Here is a quick rundown of the Suzuki e Vitara:

    Battery capacity

    In kilowatt-hours

    49

    61

    Drive system

    Two-wheel-drive

    Two-wheel-drive

    Four-wheel drive

    Dimensions

    Overall length

    In millimeters (mm)

    4,275

    Overall width

    mm

    1,800

    Overall height

    mm

    1,635

    Wheelbase

    mm

    2,700

    Tread

    Front

    mm

    1,540

    Rear

    mm

    1,545

    Minimum turning radius

    In meters

    5.2

    Minimum ground clearance

    mm

    180

    Seating capacity

    people

    Five

    Drivetrain

    Maximum output

    Total

    In kilowatt (kW)

    106

    128

    135

    Front

    kW

    106

    128

    128

    Rear

    kW

    -

    -

    48

    Maximum torque

    Newton-meters

    189

    189

    300

    Transmission

    Type

    Single-speed electric drive

    Chassis

    Brakes

    Front

    Ventilated disc

    Rear

    Ventilated disc

    Tires

    Size

    225/55 R18

    225/55 R18, 225/50 R19

    Weight

    Curb weight

    In kilograms

    1,702

    1,760-1,799

    1,860-1,899

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