Suzuki APV [Merged Threads]

[Ranma]

Jovanne.... You can check more pics/info on APV on these sites
http://www.umcsuzuki.com/apv/apv_spec.php
http://www.suzuki.com.ph/feature_apv.htm

The umcsuzuki site is in Malay, while some has English translations, some aren't. The specs between the Malaysian and Phil models vary, most notable the engine and wheels. Hope thats useful

I just realized that these are old threads, never mind anyway heheh

Correction:
www.umcsuzuki.com is located in Surabaya, Indonesia.
And the language is Indonesia language (foreigners call it Bahasa), NOT Melayu or Malayu.
Yes, we only have 1.5 EPI SOHC engine version (G15A). There's no 1.6 option (G16A) - which also been used in Escudo or Vitara 1.6.
Top model (X-type or GX) uses 15-inch aluminium alloy wheels, not 14-inch ones.

Interior:
http://www.umcsuzuki.com/apv/apv_ruang.php
http://www.umcsuzuki.com/apv/apv_interior.php

APV club Indonesia web (there's lot of mod photos):
autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/suzuki-apv-indonesia
please post in English, heheh...

[Ranma]

btw, any info on the APV's origins? i.e. is it based on a previous suzuki model, or brand new sya from the ground up?

Country of origin: Indonesia (assembling)
Design origin: Japan
Parts origin: Indonesia & Japan.
All APV in the world are imported Completely Built-Up from Suzuki-Indomobil Plant - Indonesia.

It is a brand new design, but parts are mostly taken from station-wagon version of Suzuki Cultus Wagon JDM, and also Every+ JDM.
http://www.suzuki-w.co.jp/history2/lineup2.html
(use Internet Explorer to click links, Mozilla won't work)

Engine in Phils 1.6 version: G16A as used in Vitara, so engine spare parts are logically widespread & relatively cheap.
Engine in Indonesia 1.5 version: G15A, used in Cultus Wagon JDM (and Baleno 1.5).

Launching news in Suzuki Corp. Japan:
http://www.suzuki.co.jp/release/d/d040723.htm (in Japan lang.)
http://www.globalsuzuki.com/globalnews/index.html (in English)

[Ranma]

Hi!Just want to ask all APV owners, have you already returned your units for the breakin period or waiting for the 5k check?

Thanks

Already 13.500km+ 'till now.
No unit returning so far, just a common oil replace every 5000km or anything common like that.
Runs 100 - 140km/h every morning working days - going to the office +toll/highway road, but 30-80km/h when coming back to home - thru common traffic-jammed road.

Complaints so far:
- not accurate in-dash clock, lazy clock you might say. Late 1 minute every week.
- not good enough front seat lumbar/hip support - this is normal since I drive fast, heheh.
- CD+tape player can't plays MP3 songs & no Line-in RCA jack (I use double DIN KW-XC888 head unit, standard, which is someone says also being used in US/States. Dunno about what vehicle). Need JVC CD changer to make it plays MP3 files.

[Ranma]

I do also have beige seats; I have 4 kids which makes beige somewhat darker :-) so I'm thinking of having black seat covers, preferably leather para easier to clean / rinse; pero baka after I upgraded to better wheelset. I'm planning to replace the stock rim-wheel to a wider tire and bigger diameter rims. Any idea? I think the optimal size will be 205/50/17.

Any member here who currently has wider than 205 tires?

Quoting from previous post; can u give us details and names of tire and rims dealers/retailers where prices are somewhat low compared to others?

Thanks in advance

Check out this thread:
SUZUKI APV - mod. pics.

[Ranma]

Matagtag talaga because of the rear leaf spring.:aray:

Have you considered the Avanza?

Although Avanza uses rear coil spring, the ride is worst.

You need to change the coil spring, using BMW 3-series E36 (or E34, forgot) rear coil spring.
Avanza's rear spring is too darn hard - and the shock can't afford to reduce the motion. At least that's what happened in Indonesia, not yet check in Phils.

If you want to check out, look at someone's Avanza from the back when driving in a bit bumpy road. Compare the motion with other cars. If the avanza experienced more up-down motion then it is using hard coil spring. This is especially when the Avanza carry less than 4 person.

[Ranma]

uy....2007 just got a bit more interesting B) hopefully it doesn't jack up the pricetag that much though

Diesel version usually priced a bit more expensive than gasoline version, since the engine components experiencing more pressure due to higher compression ratio in combustion chamber.

gasoline : 1: 7,5 to 1:12
diesel : 1:17 to 1:23

[Macky]

Tanong ko lang: meron bang naka full windshield tint dito? Dark or Black? Ok lang ba? Kita pa din ba pag gabi?

Ako naka full windsheild tint. Free lang sya sa Hino. 3M sya and Magic tints yata yung narinig ko.... tipong parang salamin.

[Macky]

I'm planning to replace the stock rim-wheel to a wider tire and bigger diameter rims. Any idea? I think the optimal size will be 205/50/17.

Any member here who currently has wider than 205 tires?

Quoting from previous post; can u give us details and names of tire and rims dealers/retailers where prices are somewhat low compared to others?

Thanks in advance[/URL]

I currently have a 225/50/16 installed in my APV. I believe my wheels are of Potenza brand. Got is installed sa Banawe..... tingnan ko yung resibo for the exact name nung shop.

[thebat]

I currently have a 225/50/16 installed in my APV. I believe my wheels are of Potenza brand. Got is installed sa Banawe..... tingnan ko yung resibo for the exact name nung shop.

Ok naman ang ride? Di ba nabibigatan sa wheels?
size 17" kaya kasya pa din?

BTW, can you post some pics of your APV? Kasama yung mag wheels pls, kung pwede (for reference).

Ty!

[Ranma]

Ako naka full windsheild tint. Free lang sya sa Hino. 3M sya and Magic tints yata yung narinig ko.... tipong parang salamin.

It's better to dark tint the middle glass (at passenger door) all the way to the rear/back door glass. But leave the glass windows of front doors and windshield with lighter color of tinting.

It will surely more accentuate the "Japanese Domestic Market minivan" looks.
Look at the Suzuki Every Wagon photo in here...:cool01:

[thebat]

It's better to dark tint the middle glass (at passenger door) all the way to the rear/back door glass. But leave the glass windows of front doors and windshield with lighter color of tinting.

It will surely more accentuate the "Japanese Domestic Market minivan" looks.
Look at the Suzuki Every Wagon photo in here...:cool01:

Yes, I agree with you here. And actually it looks great! I think in the US fully tint is not allowed that's why they always keep the front windows and windshield without any tint.

It looks great on the expedition as well!

But then again the heat will all build up in front .

A lighter tint in front is the best compromise!

[thebat]

Btw, is there gonna be a CRDi diesel version of the APV soon?
Anyone here knows about it?

[Ranma]

Yes, I agree with you here. And actually it looks great! I think in the US fully tint is not allowed that's why they always keep the front windows and windshield without any tint.

It looks great on the expedition as well!
But then again the heat will all build up in front .

A lighter tint in front is the best compromise!

Yes.
Use lighter tint specially for windshield, such as V-Kool VK70 or Huper Optik Drei. Both are nearly clear, but fights 99% of UV ray and around 96% of InfraRed ray :thumbup:
Not cheap enough, but very good visibility from inside - feels like not using any window films.

Huper Optik is cheaper with very close quality. I use HuperOptik Sech (cheaper than Drei).
[SIZE=-1]http://www.v-kool-usa.com/
http://www.huperoptik.com/
[/SIZE]

[Ranma]

I currently have a 225/50/16 installed in my APV. I believe my wheels are of Potenza brand. Got is installed sa Banawe..... tingnan ko yung resibo for the exact name nung shop.

I hope you send the photo of you APV to this thread:
SUZUKI APV - mod. pics.
http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31602

[Ranma]

Selling price now is P765,000.
...
The thing is also I am considering the Swift!

... Should I go for the APV?

thebat

If you haven't got any kid(s): go for Swift. This baby has good suspension & fun to drive.

If you're a father, then don't think twice: go for APV.

[thebat]

If you haven't got any kid(s): go for Swift. This baby has good suspension & fun to drive.

If you're a father, then don't think twice: go for APV.

I got one the other day already and it's great! Posted details and pix under APV Club thread. Ty!

[MAXBUWAYA]

If you haven't got any kid(s): go for Swift. This baby has good suspension & fun to drive.

If you're a father, then don't think twice: go for APV.

that pizza looks good. Is that an Indonesian Pizza? hehehehehe
Maybe ill grab a pizza tonight

[Macky]

Ok naman ang ride? Di ba nabibigatan sa wheels?
size 17" kaya kasya pa din?

A bit bouncier since I don't want to lower the tire pressure but it now rides better when taking on small potholes and corners while maintaining the same acceleration as before. You can even go bigger than 17". Laki ng wheel wells ng APV e.

BTW, can you post some pics of your APV? Kasama yung mag wheels pls, kung pwede (for reference).

I hope you send the photo of you APV to this thread:
SUZUKI APV - mod. pics.
http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31602

I will try to get some pics this Saturday of both exterior and interior as my wife is having the leather seats and backup sensors installed from Hino today.

[wraithblade]

Haaayyy.I'm still drooling. But I'm pretty sure I'm gonna get one in the next few months. * fingers crossed* . I just have some questions for those who have the manual type: mahirap ba idrive yung manual dahil yung wheel well ay umabot sa space ng paa ng driver? If so, should this deter me from getting the m/t type? How about long drives and traffic situations?
Lastly, assuming that a diesel version comes out next year should I get that instead of the Gas type?

I'd ike to thank Macky his earlier inputs. They have been extremely helpful. Also Much respect for Carlo addict and MBT for the glowing review made last year.Pati na rin si thebat , very detailed ang journey nya on getting his unit. looking forward to seeing it get dressed up.

I'm dead set on the APV, I have even developed the pittyful habbit of pointing and saying "APV" whenever I see one on TV and on the streets.
Please help me make my final choice.

[dfcsantos]

Haaayyy.I'm still drooling. But I'm pretty sure I'm gonna get one in the next few months. * fingers crossed* . I just have some questions for those who have the manual type: mahirap ba idrive yung manual dahil yung wheel well ay umabot sa space ng paa ng driver? If so, should this deter me from getting the m/t type? How about long drives and traffic situations?
Lastly, assuming that a diesel version comes out next year should I get that instead of the Gas type?

I'd ike to thank Macky his earlier inputs. They have been extremely helpful. Also Much respect for Carlo addict and MBT for the glowing review made last year.Pati na rin si thebat , very detailed ang journey nya on getting his unit. looking forward to seeing it get dressed up.

I'm dead set on the APV, I have even developed the pittyful habbit of pointing and saying "APV" whenever I see one on TV and on the streets.
Please help me make my final choice.

After a few days, masasanay din ang left foot mo na katabi ang wheel well. Manual comes with single aircon. Medyo mainit lang sa third row during mid day. You might eventually install a dual aircon which I heard cost around PhP 30,000. Baka makatulong sa decision mo.