Suzuki ALTO [ARCHIVED]

[alainroyce]

To All Suzuki Lovers!

A new small car unveiled at the Paris Auto Show: the Alto — the fifth and smallest member of its acclaimed lineup of world strategic models. The new Alto combines eye-catching style and easy urban mobility with great performance in terms of fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions, thereby meeting the lifestyle needs of today’s motorists and the pressing global need for environmental compatibility.
The Alto is powered by a 1.0 liter petrol engine developing 68 hp at 6,000 rpm and 90 Nm of torque at 4,800 rpm mated to a choice between a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic gearbox. Fuel consumption is low at 62.7 mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions are just 103g/km.
Suzuki aims to achieve annual sales of 60,000 units in Europe following a sales launch in spring 2009.


Here is the picture

[LPM]

WOW a nice bug looking car. A great improvement.Ganyan din kaya ang model dito sa atin or european market lang sya.

[AG4]

Press Release:

NEW SUZUKI ALTO

An Eco-Friendly, Stylish, and Compact Winner

At the 2008 Paris Motor Show, Suzuki is unveiling the all-new Alto — the fifth and smallest member of its acclaimed lineup of world strategic models. The new Alto combines eye-catching style and easy urban mobility with great performance in terms of fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions, thereby meeting the lifestyle needs of today's motorists and the pressing global need for environmental compatibility. Plus, it is one of the most fun-to-drive city cars available — a great new example of Suzuki's "Way of Life!" philosophy.

As the second model in the second phase of Suzuki's world strategy (a phase that's focused on user-friendliness and delivering expanded possibilities for family members), the new Alto offers good levels of comfort and convenience within a modest overall length.

Plus, a design that combines sporty, European-inspired looks with great aerodynamics means the new Alto is the most stylish car of its size.

The new Alto reflects the unparalleled knowledge of small-cars that has made Suzuki so successful with minivehicles in Japan and compact cars like the Swift all over the world. Alto is a definitive response to the need for enjoyable, eco-friendly motoring. Suzuki aims to achieve annual sales of 60,000 units in Europe following a sales launch in spring 2009.

Concept

*Eco-friendly
*Low CO2 emission and low fuel consumption
*Lightness achieved through downsizing
? Stylish and sporty design
? Ample roominess and comfort as a city commuter within compact dimensions

The new Alto is aimed mainly at urban people who want a small car that offers style and enjoyment together with great environmental credentials, and it reflects the ideals of the second phase of Suzuki's world strategy. At the heart of the concept for the new Alto is Suzuki's belief that people should be able to enjoy economical, eco-friendly motoring without sacrificing style, comfort, practicality, or performance. Compact dimensions (the new Alto is the smallest of Suzuki's world strategic models) play a large part in realising outstanding environmental credentials by keeping weight to a minimum, but without detracting from user-friendliness.

Design, Comfort and Practicality

*An aerodynamically efficient form
*Stylish, sporty and youthful design reflecting European tastes
*An environment that prioritises front-seat occupants
*Ample storage spaces and a roomy, user-friendly luggage area within the compact dimensions

The new Alto has a sporty, solid look that exudes urban energy despite the body's compact dimensions. The design is elegant and beautiful thanks to aerodynamically efficient contours that combine tautness with evocative curviness. It is ideally matched to European tastes and with a drag coefficient of just 0.30 promotes fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions.

The cabin layout apportions most of the space to the front seats but still provides ample space for four adults. Handy storage spaces for small items are located all around the cabin. Notwithstanding the new Alto's compact exterior dimensions, there's a usable amount of luggage space behind the rear seats, and folding down the rear seatback expands the space into a roomy luggage area suited to daily use.

Dimensions

The new Alto has an overall length of 3,500mm, width of 1,600mm, height of 1,470mm and a wheelbase of 2,360mm.

Performance and Environmental Compatibility

* Euro 5 compliant 1.0-litre petrol engine
* Combined fuel consumption: 62.7mpg (4.5l/100km)
* CO2 emissions: 103g/km
* Front MacPherson strut suspension with high rigidity
* Rear suspension in Suzuki's proprietary 3-link rigid axle design
* A minimum turning radius of 4.5m

Engine and Transmissions

The new Alto is powered by a three cylinder 1.0-litre petrol engine successfully launched as an engine of the Splash*. This unit is light and compact with low friction characteristics. Maximum power output is 68PS (50kW) with maximum torque of 90Nm. Fuel consumption is low at 62.7 mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions are just 103g/km. Standard transmission is a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic transmission (uncommon among one-litre cars) with gate-type shifter is available as an option.

* Available in certain markets

Suspension

The front suspension is of MacPherson strut type and the large, high-rigidity suspension frame is complemented by further strengthening in the strut mounting areas for superior handling. The rear suspension has Suzuki's proprietary 3-link rigid axle design, and incorporates numerous refinements for the new car. The coil springs and dampers were tuned for optimum handling stability through extensive testing on roads in Europe.

Suzuki targeted handling that makes driving enjoyable on urban roads, so drivers enjoy linear response, gentle roll movements, light steering feel, and good absorption of shock and vibration. These benefits reflect the experience Suzuki has gained in motorsport around the world.

The new Alto has a minimum turning radius of just 4.5m making it easy to manoeuvre and park in tight spaces.

Safety

* Electronic Stability Program (ESP®*)
* Crushable structure, energy-dispersing frame and a high-rigidity body combined with lightness.
* Six airbags (SRS dual front airbags, SRS dual front-seat side airbags and SRS dual curtain airbags)

To help the driver avoid hazards on the road, the new Alto is available with Electronic Stability Program (ESP®*), which modulates the engine performance and applies the brakes during cornering and under aceleration.

In the unfortunate event of an accident, the new Alto's body reflects Suzuki's Total Effective Control Technology (TECT) concept in the form of crushable structures that absorb impact energy, frame members that disperse impact energy away from occupants and a strong cabin structure. Use of high-tensile steel for major body parts means the resulting high level of occupant safety does not add excessive weight to the body.

SRS front, side, and curtain airbags are available to reduce the severity of impacts suffered by occupants in the event of a collision. Energy-absorbing trim materials provide further head protection.
-Suzuki

[MAXBUWAYA]

Press Release:






*Stylish, sporty and youthful design reflecting European tastes




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Am kinda fed up hearing the word "sporty" in describing cars. They should like think of another word for it hehehehe
And why do they always say European taste. Are Asian Taste really that bad? I wish I can read something like "A car that has distinct feel of Russian Taste, commanding all people what to do"

[AG4]

And why do they always say European taste.

Why for Europe/European taste?
Because the export market Suzuki Alto was designed to be sold in Europe just like many new city cars (including the Hyundai i10 which is also made in India), Europe happens to be one of the biggest markets for city cars.
They also have to pass the strict european crash test standards.
Even the sub-compact Toyota Yaris is designed in Europe (in France to be exact).
Why design a car for a minor market?

For those wondering, the non-Japanese Alto is a bit larger than the JDM Alto. The JDM Alto is a kei-car, its exterior size is limited to 3.4m X 1.48m, the engine size is limited to 660cc (NA or turbocharged) and the output is limited to 64PS.

JDM Suzuki Alto


The export market Alto actually resembles the JDM Suzuki MR Wagon (another kei-car)...


Export Market Suzuki Alto (euro spec model)

[alainroyce]

WOW a nice bug looking car. A great improvement.Ganyan din kaya ang model dito sa atin or european market lang sya.

sana ganito rin lumabas dito.. No idea if the old alto in europe are the same here.. pag pareho probabaly ganon din yan...

[Bogeyman]

Question is, will it still be affordable if it's introduced here?

[kayOu]

parang head turner... laki kasi ng "mata" eh. but it's cute though

[AG4]

Question is, will it still be affordable if it's introduced here?

It will most likely cost more, but it should still be affordable.
I read that the new 2009 Suzuki Alto is still made in India by Maruti-Suzuki, but was designed to meet modern european safety standards.

If they do bring the new Alto here, I hope they offer a version with airbags, or at least a driver's airbag like the Indian built Hyundai i10.

[truknayr23]

Question is, will it still be affordable if it's introduced here?

i guess they will be pricing the new ALTO based on the countrys' current market range... but ofcourse marami silang tatangalin na amenities sa loob to make it affordable.. i guess ang pinaka unang tatangalin to make it cheaper will be the airbags... standard sa europe edition 6 airbags... i doubt kung ganun din sa atin... maybe as optional safety features... Sat Nav... hindi natin masayado nagagamit sa pinas yan so tatanggalin din yan probably... ang H.U i think mas cheaper ang ilalagay.. so on and so forth.... but i do hope darating sa atin ang model na to....

[autobroker360]

at the moment i work for suzuki makati and yes same model guys. dont know still if itll be called alto still or celerio or a star. not sure coz we will still be retaining the old reliable alto. hopefully come may launch na namin togther with the 3.2 g. vitara. naeexcite na nga ako sa new alto eh hehehe.

[Burai]

i think it would still be called alto. pero ok rin kung alto celerio just like corolla to corolla altis at lancer to lancer ex hahaha

490!? laki.. lapit na sa price ng i10 at picanto..

[freelance]

Hi ppl,jst want to share the new and upcoming suzuki alto. Hope it will be here at the Philippines by 2009 with the same or few difference from today's unit price.

A new small car unveiled at the Paris Auto Show: the Alto — the fifth and smallest member of its acclaimed lineup of world strategic models. The new Alto combines eye-catching style and easy urban mobility with great performance in terms of fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions, thereby meeting the lifestyle needs of today’s motorists and the pressing global need for environmental compatibility.



The Alto is powered by a 1.0 liter petrol engine developing 68 hp at 6,000 rpm and 90 Nm of torque at 4,800 rpm mated to a choice between a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic gearbox. Fuel consumption is low at 62.7 mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions are just 103g/km.
Suzuki aims to achieve annual sales of 60,000 units in Europe following a sales launch in spring 2009.

[Burai]

sana pati a new SX4 na hatch version...

im not a fan of alto dahil sa looks niya laging mukang outdated pati interior napaka plastic ng dating, parang minadali lang i-mold from a clay pero ang ganda na niya ngayon. interior was a big leap from the previous years designs and quality too. my sister might consider this one if she was to choose from a miniature car IF the FC is her point of buying

would this be car rated kahit 4 stars man lang or 5 in terms of safety? ok rin kasi chery qq for my sister's alternatve choice kaso dedo ka talaga in case of a collission kaya i wont recommend that to her.. hope this one's different

ang hindi ko lang alam is kung sino nauna sa ganyang design. whether it was kia or suzuki talaga. matagal ko na kasi yan nakikita sa net na new look na alto pero unang narelease on the roads and facelifted pica

[freelance]

The cherry qq looks good naman. nagging visible narin sya mga kalsada. i just hope that the cherry's performance will be satisfactory for the years to come. Kung baga sa employee, mas marami experience mas mabenta sa employer .

As for the suzuki alto, I just saw this at the web pictures of the recent Auto Show at Paris. Hopefully that this would be release hir at the Phils by 2009. Sana wag lang pang europe .

[Flagg]

Mukha syang facelifted Picanto.

[autobroker360]

yep. i work for suzuki auto makati and yes same model. we will be introducing it this may hopefully, if u have questions or inquiries about suzuki products feel free to contact me guys. 09239798596. come march though i will be setting up my own auto brokerage. its called auto broker 360. paginquire nyo skin withinin 24 hrs ill be giving u the best deals among all dealers of every brand (ive agents standing by every dealership...bidding sila) and assist you till release of the unit then come may 2009 launch ko na din official website for the brokerage. im also ssssoooo excited for the new alto. im not sure if itll still be called alto or celerio for we will still retain the old reliable alto.

[eggman]

I see magiging Celerio na ang pangalan ng new Alto,ok yan ha!!

[rdelrio]

any news on the new alto? when will be the formal launching here?

[elemental]

yep. i work for suzuki auto makati and yes same model. we will be introducing it this may hopefully, if u have questions or inquiries about suzuki products feel free to contact me guys. 09239798596. come march though i will be setting up my own auto brokerage. its called auto broker 360. paginquire nyo skin withinin 24 hrs ill be giving u the best deals among all dealers of every brand (ive agents standing by every dealership...bidding sila) and assist you till release of the unit then come may 2009 launch ko na din official website for the brokerage. im also ssssoooo excited for the new alto. im not sure if itll still be called alto or celerio for we will still retain the old reliable alto.

tanong lang po kung ang performance ba ng bagong alto in terms of fuel efficiency would still be the same as the old alto being that gas prices are so expensive