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Suzuki Vitara released
23rd September, 2015
All Vitara models come standard with Satellite Navigation, Reversing Camera, LED Daytime Running lights, 17 inch alloy wheels, Privacy glass and more; RT-S available from $21,990* (manual) and $23,990* (auto) ..... more

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Suzuki Jimny Sierra

28th April, 2015

Suzuki Celerio launched locally
5th March, 2015
Celerio has significant upgrades to the vehicle it replaces, the Alto which was launched in 2009. At its peak the Alto was selling in excess of 300 units per month, enticing new players into the Micro market ..... more

Suzuki Vitara: new model debuts in October
28th August, 2014
The renowned 4x4 specialist will be presenting a newly developed SUV, which combines Suzuki’s authentic SUV design with ALLGRIP 4WD, body and trim personalisation, advanced technologies and excellent fuel economy ..... more

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Suzuki Kizashi Sport AWD

7th April, 2014

Suzuki S-Cross now priced "drive-away"
31st March, 2014
Suzuki Australia has introduced drive-away pricing for its exciting new S-Cross hatch, with pricing starting from just $22,990** ..... more

Suzuki Australia announce drive-away price offer
26th December, 2013
Every model in the new S-Cross range will be available with drive-away pricing** as an introductory offer for the month of January ..... more

Suzuki S-Cross release imminent
4th December, 2013
S-Cross is far more than just a cross-over vehicle – it is the pleasant blend of family-friendliness and safety, performance and emotion and is said to deliver driving pleasure ..... more

Suzuki Kizashi revised
15th September, 2013
The three-model line-up now boasts an identical sports body kit, making the Kizashi range the most stylish medium car in the market with an aggressive new stance sitting 10mm lower. The new line-up means each variant boasts the ‘Sport’ motif as a result of the update ..... more

Suzuki's new Grand Vitara?
30th July, 2013
Suzuki's introduction of the compact SUV concept iV-4 is an indication of the direction which will be taken with the future model to be added to the company’s renowned SUV line-up ..... more

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Suzuki Grand Vitara Sport (auto)

8th July, 2013

Suzuki Australia introduces "Capped Price" servicing
1st May, 2013
From today, all new Suzuki customers^ can enjoy peace of mind motoring with a new programme that guarantees service pricing for five years ..... more

Suzuki upgrade the Swift
10th April, 2013
Suzuki’s most popular car now comes with cruise control and factory integrated Bluetooth as standard equipment in the best-selling GL, while the range topping GLX model now adds cruise control ..... more

Suzuki's new SX-4 debuts
17th March, 2013
While moving into the C-segment with its increased size, the new model inherits the “SX4” emblem to show that Suzuki (represented by the letter “S”) is a pioneer of both cross-over and four-wheel drive (indicated by the “X” and “4” respectively) ..... more

Suzuki's new cross-over
7th February, 2013
With its clear cross-over styling, its roomy interior and one of the largest luggage areas in the cross-over segment, the new model will offer outstanding versatility ..... more


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Suzuki has an eye on safety
4th December, 2012
Certain Suzuki Kizashi and Grand Vitara models now feature a reversing camera for increased safety when reversing ..... more

Updated Suzuki Grand Vitara gains a 2WD version
3rd September, 2012
Suzuki has added an exciting new chapter to the Grand Vitara story with the launch of the first ever two-wheel drive version of the car that started the compact SUV revolution ..... more

Suzuki to unveil new cross-over
27th August, 2012
The Japanese manufacturer has released a teaser image ahead of the upcoming public debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show..... more

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Suzuki Swift Sport

17th June, 2012

Suzuki Swift Sport released
21st February, 2012
Almost every element of the car has been redesigned, with an evolutionary and aggressive new look, an upgraded handling package, dramatic powertrain revisions and five-star safety ..... more


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Suzuki adds Grand Vitara Sport to line-up
19th October, 2011
And with a starting price of just $31,990 drive away, the Grand Vitara Sport personifies Suzuki’s commitment to providing outstanding value for money ..... more

Suzuki Swift line-up expands
21st August, 2011
Suzuki Australia General Manager Tony Devers said the new Swift GA automatic opened the door for more customers to afford the value, safety and outstanding driving dynamics of Suzuki’s world beating light car ..... more




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Suzuki Swift Sport for 2012
10th August, 2011
The new generation Suzuki Swift Sport will make its world debut at the 64th Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA), which will be held in Frankfurt, Germany, from 15th to 25th September 2011 ..... more

Suzuki SX4 updated
2nd August, 2011
Suzuki has launched an upgraded version of its innovative SX4 2.0-litre small car and celebrated the event with sharp new pricing across the range ..... more

Concepts based on Suzuki Kizashi
9th May, 2011
Suzuki America revealed two innovative and eye-catching new concept cars at last month's New York Motor Show – an environmentally-friendly Kizashi EcoCharge Concept and a high-performance Kizashi Apex Concept ..... more

Suzuki SX4 update
11th March, 2011
Suzuki has continued its ongoing commitment to safety and value with the addition of side and curtain airbags to its entry-level SX4 hatch ..... more

Suzuki Swift S Concept
3rd March, 2011
The Swift S-Concept embodies the concept of a premium sport compact with uncompromised performance. The body is 30 mm lower and 60 mm wider than that of the standard Swift and has such a strong visual presence that it doesn’t seem as compact as it actually is ..... more

Suzuki Swift S Concept
11th February, 2011
Based on the all-new Swift which went on sale in Australia this week, the Swift S Concept conveys a more sporty design theme than the 'regular' production version ..... more

Suzuki Kizashi upgrade for 2011
9th February, 2011
Suzuki's General Manager Tony Devers yesterday announced the Kizashi would now come standard with a driver knee airbag, bringing the total number of standard airbags to seven in all Kizashi models ..... more

2011 Suzuki Swift released
7th February, 2011
Almost every element of the car has been redesigned, with similar but evolutionary new looks, an upgraded handling package, a new fuel efficient engine and class-leading safety. Named by Next Car's as a car that rang our 2010 "Jingle Bells" the previous Suzuki Swift has been a winner of 63 car of the year awards in 19 countries ..... more

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Suzuki Kizashi Sport AWD

14th January, 2011

2010: a bumper year of sales
6th January, 2011
“This is an exceptional outcome and is the second highest result on record and only the third time ever that the market exceeded more than one million sales,” FCAI Chief Executive Andrew McKellar said ..... more


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Jingle Bells ring at Next Car
24th December, 2010
All I want for Christmas ..... Next Car looks at what is popular and what matches the title of some popular Christmas Carols and songs. We pick four inspiring automotive winners from our interpretation of our reader's feedback and from our own perception of another great year of motoring. So what's ringing your bells? We pick a car that is a joy to the world, one for the faithful, one for a silent night and one for what I want for Christmas. Will one of these four cars be on your Christmas "wish list"? ..... more

New Suzuki Swift: more details
14th December, 2010
The new Swift will be powered by an all-new 1.4-litre engine offering excellent performance and excellent economy ..... more



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Suzuki improves value of the Alto
28th November, 2010
At just $12,490 driveaway for the five-speed manual, there is no car that matches the Alto’s combination of four-star safety – including six airbags – and value ..... more

Suzuki's new Swift
22nd October, 2010
“We are still finalising specification levels for the Australian Swift, and considering several powertrain options. However, I can promise the all-new Swift will deliver the best fuel economy figures for a petrol car in the segment.” ..... more

Suzuki reveal Kizashi Turbo Concept
15th October, 2010
Suzuki Concept Kizashi Turbo boasts a force-fed power boost, lifting peak power from 131 to 179 kW, and torque from 230 Newton-metres to 330 ..... more

AWD for Suzuki Kizashi
25th August, 2010
Boasting a sophisticated all-wheel drive system and new styling cues, the Suzuki Kizashi Sport AWD lifts the high dynamic driving ability of its mid-sized car to new levels. “The Kizashi Sport AWD represents the ultimate version of our vision of design, performance and driving dynamics,” said Suzuki Australia General Manager Tony Devers ..... more

Suzuki Grand Vitara Urban
18th August, 2010
Standard equipment on the Grand Vitara Urban includes Bluetooth hands-free technology, rear park assist and stylish alloy wheels ..... more

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Suzuki Kizashi

18th July, 2010

Suzuki Alto now even more frugal
15th July, 2010
The addition of new low-rolling resistance tyres sees the manual Alto’s combined fuel economy drop to 4.7 litres per 100 km, with CO2 emissions falling by almost 3 per cent to a very low 110 grammes per km ..... more

Suzuki Swift for 2011: more details
24th June, 2010
While Devers said Suzuki Australia was still considering all potential powertrain options for new Swift, he confirmed the new Australian version would offer even better performance and economy ..... more

New Suzuki Swift for 2011: first images
10th June, 2010
Suzuki has revealed preliminary information of the new, European specification, third generation Swift which goes on sale later this year. This new model will be launched in Australia next year ..... more

Suzuki On Track For Record Year
6th June, 2010
In only its first few days on sale, a total of 244 Kizashis were sold during May, helping Suzuki to its second best May result on record ..... more

Prices added to Suzuki Kizashi story
25th May, 2010
The pricing structure for the new Kizashi has been added to the news story ..... more

Suzuki Kizashi has arrived
11th May, 2010
Nearly three years since the first Kizashi concept car was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the production version represents an unparalleled combination of design, performance and driving dynamics ..... more

Suzuki's one million Indian cars
7th May, 2010
Suzuki car production began in India in December 1983 and quickly reached an annual capacity of 50,000 units just two years later. But these days, a new Suzuki rolls off one of the production lines in India every 16 seconds ..... more

Record March for Suzuki
2nd April, 2010
A total of 2,305 Suzukis were sold in March, surpassing the 2009 figure by 50.5 per cent. It made the March 2010 sales result the third best ever recorded by the company ..... more

Suzuki SX4 gains more power, more safety, more efficiency
22nd February, 2010
Suzuki has launched a new SX4 line-up, delivering more power, more fuel efficiency, more safety and more creature comforts ..... more


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Suzuki Alto

December, 2009

Suzuki at Tokyo Motor Show
5th October, 2009
Combining its worldwide expertise in small-car production with the latest environmental technologies, Suzuki will have a major presence at the Tokyo Motor Show later this month ..... more

Suzuki Drive-Away Spring Deals
6th September, 2009
During September, drivers can get behind the wheel of one of Australia’s most popular light cars – the Swift – from just $16,990 driveaway ..... more

Suzuki rivals turn green with envy
28th August, 2009
With a combined fuel economy of just 4.8 litres per 100 kilometres, a greenhouse gas rating of 8.5 out of 10 and a similar air pollution rating, the Suzuki Alto joins a select group of cars to score a prestigious five-star efficiency rating ..... more

Suzuki sounds-out upgrades for Swift and Grand Vitara
11th August, 2009
The audio systems in all Swift and Grand Vitara models now feature an auxiliary input jack, enabling easy connection to a portable MP3 player such as the iPod ..... more

Suzuki Kizashi revealed
2nd August, 2009
Suzuki Australia is yet to finalise its specification levels, however Suzuki US has confirmed a 2.4 litre four cylinder engine, matched to a six-speed manual or six-speed CVT transmission ..... more

Extra Value in Limited Edition Suzuki Swifts
31st July, 2009
Suzuki is offering customers the choice of more style and value – or increased safety – with the addition of two limited edition versions of the award-winning Swift ..... more

Suzuki SX4 ‘Monsters’ Pikes Peak
26th July, 2009
His 2009 SX4-based special boasts a turbocharged 2.7 litre V6, producing a phenomenal 650 kW of power and a massive 880 Nm of torque ..... more

Suzuki's tiny Alto arrives
22nd July, 2009
Suzuki is leading the way in eco-friendly motoring by pioneering a brand new vehicle segment to Australia with the eye-catching sub-light Alto ..... more

Suzuki Alto Achieves Four-Star ANCAP Rating
15th June, 2009
Australia’s next sub-light car will also be one of the safest with the Suzuki Alto achieving a high four-star rating in the latest round of ANCAP testing ..... more

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Suzuki Jimny Sierra

11th June, 2009

Suzuki Offers Budget Busters in Six Day Super Sale
14th May, 2009
Suzuki will help ease the perceived pain of the Federal Budget with a host of value-packed offers during its "Six Day Super Sale" ..... more

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Suzuki Grand Vitara

6th May, 2009

Suzuki Swift Limited Edition
24th March, 2009
Pricing for the Swift Limited Edition will start at $17,490 for the five-speed manual, representing only a $1,000 premium on the entry level price ..... more

Suzuki Alto Arrives Q3
20th March, 2009
The entry level Alto will come standard with air conditioning, CD stereo system with MP3 auxiliary input, remote central locking, ABS brakes and six airbags ..... more

100 Years of Suzuki Excellence
16th March, 2009
In its 100 year history, Suzuki has developed an outstanding reputation for manufacturing a range of cars, 4WDs, motor cycles and marine products ..... more

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Suzuki SX4 2WD

1st March, 2009

Anniversary Editions Celebrate Suzuki Centenary
27th February, 2009
Selected SX4, Jimny Sierra and Grand Vitara models will go on sale in March with between $1,000 and $2,000 worth of accessories added at no extra cost ..... more

Suzuki at Geneva Motor Show
12th February, 2009
In Geneva, Suzuki will show the next steps of this project – the application of the engine auto stop/start system, being the latest milestone in this strategy ..... more

Suzuki's Strong Sales Start
5th February, 2009
A total of 1,596 Suzukis were sold in January, falling just 99 vehicles short of the record January 2008 figure. That represents a 5.9 per cent decrease year on year, against a total market that was down more than 18 per cent. Suzuki increased its market share by almost half a percentage point, from 2.0 to 2.4 per cent ..... more

Record Production Levels for Suzuki
1st February, 2009
Suzuki Motor Corporation achieved record global car production figures in the 2008 calendar year, with a total production of 2,623,788 units ..... more

Suzuki Celebrates 25 Years Of Car Manufacturing In India
8th January, 2009
Suzuki Motor Corporation recently celebrated 25 years of car production at its Maruti Suzuki plant in India. Maruti Suzuki (formerly known as Maruti Udyog Limited) was established as a Government Company back in 1981, and in December 1983, India’s first affordable world-class car, the Maruti 800, rolled off the production line at Gurgaon near Delhi ..... more

Suzuki's Sixth Straight Sales Success
7th January, 2009
Suzuki continues to be a shining star in the Australian automotive market after recording its sixth successive increase in annual sales ..... more


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Suzuki Sales Continue to Shine
4th December, 2008
Suzuki remains on track for a sixth successive record sales year despite some gloom surrounding the automotive market ..... more

GM Sells Equity Stake in Suzuki Motor Corp
18th November, 2008
General Motors Corp. announced overnight it would sell its remaining equity stake in Suzuki Motor Corp., but based on a mutual agreement would continue the implementation and expansion of its business relationships with the company ..... more

Record Local Sales for Suzuki
6th November, 2008
Total Suzuki sales for 2008 are now 19,340, up 6.6 per cent on the 2007 figure, keeping the company on track to achieve its sixth successive record sales year ..... more

Alto to Join Suzuki Australia Line-Up
10th October, 2008
The new Alto is aimed mainly at urban people who want a small car that offers style and enjoyment together with great environmental credentials ..... more

Suzuki Lowers Hot Air Levels In Paris
25th September, 2008
The state-of-the-art vehicle is based on the SX4 hatch, powered by a high-performance fuel cell that emits no pollutants – just water and heat ..... more

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Suzuki Swift Sport

15th September, 2008

New Suzuki Grand Vitara Arrives
10th September, 2008
A new petrol engine line-up headlines the changes, with an all-new 2.4-litre variable valve timing (VVT) four cylinder engine and an all-new 3.2-litre VVT V6 ..... more

Suzuki Broadens SX4 Range
30th July, 2008
The SX4 AWD will now be available in two specification levels – SX4 AWD and SX4 AWD ‘S’ – mirroring the SX4 two-wheel drive range ..... more

Suzuki Trials SX4-FCV Fuel Cell Vehicle On Japanese Roads
9th July, 2008
The SX4-FCV delivers superior running performance by means of a GM-made high-performance fuel cell, a Suzuki-developed 70 MPa hydrogen tank and a light, compact capacitor that recovers energy during brake application and uses it to reduce fuel cell loading during acceleration ..... more

One Million Suzuki Swifts
20th June, 2008
Swift is available from just $15,990 (RRP) and offers a 1.5-litre petrol engine, with either manual or automatic transmission, in the guise of a five-door hatchback ..... more

May Madness a Success for Suzuki
8th June, 2008
A total of 2,287 Suzuki vehicles were sold last month, far surpassing the 1,878 record set in 2007 and lifting Suzuki sales a remarkable 21 per cent ahead of the same time last year ..... more

Sensational Suzuki Deals On Offer
21st May, 2008
Suzuki – one of Australia’s fastest growing car companies – is celebrating its success this weekend with its annual Sensational Suzuki Saturday sales event ..... more

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Suzuki SX4

11th May, 2008

Soaring Suzuki Sales
5th May, 2008
The April sales result continued a remarkable run of 17 straight months of increased sales and confirmed Suzuki Australia’s position as one of the fastest growing brands in the country ..... more

Limited Edition Suzuki Swift Celebrates Rally Success
28th April, 2008
Inspired by Suzuki’s domination of the 2007 Junior World Rally Championship, the limited edition Swift RE2 comes complete with more than $3,000 of extra features ..... more

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Suzuki SX4 AWD

13th April, 2008

Suzuki Concept Grabs New York Limelight
26th March, 2008
A production version of this exciting concept car is due to arrive on Australian shores late next year. The Suzuki Kizashi 3 concept car reveals the sports sedan version of a vehicle line-up that will also include a cross-over sports wagon ..... more

Ninety Nine Years of Suzuki Excellence On Show
28th February, 2008
One of Australia’s fastest growing automotive brands will unveil a new stand and some exciting new product at this year’s Melbourne Motor Show ..... more

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Suzuki Swift S

3rd February, 2008

Sensational Value in New Suzuki SUVs
3rd February, 2008
Suzuki has added more to its award-winning SUV line-up with the addition of a Grand Vitara Trekker value pack and by launching one of its most famous nameplates – the Jimny Sierra ..... more

New Suzuki Offers Maximum Muscle with Minimum Consumption
22nd January, 2008
The Grand Vitara turbo-diesel will pack a full complement of safety equipment, including ESP with traction control, six airbags and ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist ..... more


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Suzuki to Show Concept for Fifth World Strategic Model in New Delhi
14th December, 2007
Following the launch of its acclaimed fourth world strategic model, the Splash, at the 2007 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, the company is developing the fifth exciting model in its strategy. It will be showing some of the forthcoming model’s design themes at Auto Expo 2008 in New Delhi (9th-17th January, 2008) in the form of the Concept A-Star ..... more

Suzuki at 2007 LA Motor Show
16th November, 2007
Suzuki debuts a surf-themed convertible concept based on the all-new four-door SX4 Sport at the 2007 Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more

Suzuki at SEMA
1st November, 2007
American Suzuki Motor Corp. showcases four spirited and dynamic vehicles at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show, including its never before seen, sport bike inspired SXForce LIVE vehicle ..... more

Diesel Boost for Suzuki Grand Vitara
16th October, 2007
The acclaimed Suzuki Grand Vitara range will receive a welcome boost next year when a turbo-charged diesel version joins the range ..... more

Suzuki sees big future in small cars at Tokyo
11th October, 2007
Riding the crest of a sales boom around the world, Suzuki will have a major presence at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show later this month ..... more

Suzuki Kizashi Concept World Premiere
14th September, 2007
The D-segment initiative which is now being revealed represents the beginning of the third phase of the world strategy. The main objective of this phase is status. The brand has developed to such an extent that it's able to communicate status ..... more

Suzuki Redefines the World of Car Design
30th August, 2007
Suzuki Australia continues to redefine the world of small car design with the launch of the all-new two-wheel drive SX4 sedan and SX4 hatch ..... more

Suzuki SX4 – Price, Performance and Prestige
27th August, 2007
Suzuki Australia has released pricing details of its new SX4 2WD sedan and hatch range, which goes on sale next month ..... more

Suzuki at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show
17th August, 2007
Suzuki will present an eye-catching stand with a number of world premieres at the 62nd International Motor Show in Frankfurt in September. The newly developed Splash compact car represents the fourth world strategic model from Suzuki in just three years. Like its predecessors, Swift, Grand Vitara and SX4, Splash is orientated strongly towards the European design style, which continues Suzuki’s worldwide strategy ..... more

More Prestige for Suzuki Grand Vitara
7th August, 2007
Suzuki’s range topping Grand Vitara now boasts additional safety technology - Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) ..... more

Updating The Suzuki Swift
3rd July, 2007
As part of an upgrade of the award-winning Swift range, ESP is now a standard feature on Swift Sport ..... more

Sensational Suzuki Saturday Sale is Here!
13th June, 2007
Suzuki is offering extraordinary savings on its entire range of vehicles during the Sensational Suzuki Saturday sale, held from Wednesday 13th June to Saturday 16th June, 2007 ..... more

Suzuki Liana Prepares To Depart
28th May, 2007
The Suzuki Liana will be priced from $17,888 plus on-road costs for a limited time in order to clear stock for the arrival of significant new models later this year ..... more

Suzuki Grand Vitara Trekker Returns
3rd April, 2007
Suzuki Australia has re-launched the exciting Grand Vitara Trekker, adding over $3,000 (RRP) worth of extra value to its popular and value-packed compact SUV ..... more

Suzuki To Expand SX4 Line-Up
12th March, 2007
The SX4 sedan is an additional variant to the SX4 hatchback, the third model in Suzuki's next-generation product line-up and embodies Suzuki's philosophy that a car should be fun to drive, a joy to use and a pleasure to own ..... more

Suzuki Previews Fuel Cells At Melbourne
22nd February, 2007
Its futuristic Ionis concept car is powered by a fuel cell and features sophisticated drive-by-wire control systems in a sleek, futuristic body ..... more

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Suzuki Swift Sport

22nd February, 2007

Suzuki SX4 Sedan To Debut In Geneva
21st February, 2007
Suzuki's stand at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show will feature the world debut of the SX4 sedan ..... more

Suzuki 2006 Global Sales Announced
7th February, 2007
Suzuki has released its global sales figures for 2006 with the result being a total of 2.174 million units sold worldwide, an increase of 8% from 2005 ..... more

SX4 Crosses New Boundaries for Suzuki
25th January, 2007
The SX4 is the third model in Suzuki’s worldwide strategy of next generation models and successfully combines the sporty compact car innovation of the Swift and the strong 4WD tradition of the Grand Vitara to provide Suzuki’s first sports cross-over vehicle ..... more

Brisbane To Host Suzuki SX4's Show Debut
16th January, 2007
Suzuki will take centre stage for the Australian launch of its all new SX4 sports crossover vehicle at the Brisbane Motor Show next month ..... more

Suzuki Sets All Time Sales Record In Australia
15th January, 2007
Suzuki has continued to prove itself as an emerging player in the Australian automotive industry as sales for 2006 set an all time record for the second consecutive year ..... more


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Suzuki Grand Vitara Wins Best Buy at North American Consumer Awards
24th November, 2006
The Suzuki Grand Vitara has beaten 20 other compact Sport Utility Vehicle models to win a major consumer award in the United States .... more

Suzuki Unveils SX4 WRC Concept
27th October, 2006
Suzuki Australia Managing Director, Mr Takeshi Hayasaki, announced the official launch of SX4 in Australia is now scheduled for the first quarter of 2007 ..... more

Suzuki Swift Goes Sporty
27th September, 2006
Suzuki Australia has launched the follow up to the original "pocket rocket" and expanded the current Swift model range, with the unveiling of the new Suzuki Swift Sport ..... more

Suzuki To Expand Production
16th August, 2006
Suzuki has announced that it will add a new manufacturing plant – with a capacity of 240,000 compact vehicles – to its Sagara facility at Makinohara-City, Shizuoka, Japan ..... more

Suzuki Makes A Splash In Paris
14th August, 2006
Suzuki’s exhibit at the 2006 Paris Motor Show (28th September to 15th October) will include the following: the Swift Sport (European Specification) and the Splash concept car ..... more

Suzuki Launches Grand Vitara Prestige
3rd August, 2006
The 'Prestige' is an extension of the Grand Vitara range launched in August 2005 and compliments the existing variants which include the sporty 3 door with 1.6 litre engine and the 5 door variants available with a 2.0L engine or a 2.7litre V6 engine ..... more

Suzuki Grand Vitara Sales Break Record
10th July, 2006
Suzuki vehicles continue to experience unprecedented growth as the popular Japanese manufacturer and its latest model line-up win over Australian motorists ..... more

Suzuki APV Receives Significant Upgrade
12th June, 2006
Suzuki's APV has received an upgrade further contributing to the versatility and appeal of the commercial van, making it an ideal choice for small business ..... more

Suzuki's New Grand Vitara Trekker
8th June, 2006
Suzuki Australia has launched an exciting new limited edition Grand Vitara Trekker, which combines stylish design and the vehicle's all round 4 x 4 performance with an extensive list of features as standard ..... more

Suzuki Motor Corporation Achieves Record High Net Sales
11th May, 2006
For the seventh consecutive year (fiscal April 05 - March 06), Suzuki Motor Corporation has recorded an increase in net sales, to achieve an impressive result of 2,746,453 million yen (approx $32.8 billion AUD) ..... more

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Suzuki Grand Vitara

9th May, 2006

Suzuki Australia Announces Dealer Of The Year
9th May, 2006
Suzuki Australia has announced the winners of the Suzuki Australia Automobile Dealer of the Year awards for 2005 ("DOTY" ?) ..... more

All-New Suzuki XL7 Makes World Debut
14th April, 2006
Suzuki debuted the all-new Suzuki XL7 at the 2006 New York Motor Show. With the introduction of the new model, Suzuki is moving forward to the next chapter in its ongoing SUV success story ..... more

World Premiere Of All-New Suzuki XL-7
4th April, 2006
The New York Motor Show (NYIAS) is the venue for the global debut of Suzuki's next head-turning vehicle, the all-new 3.6 litre V6 XL-7 ..... more

GM to Sell 17.4% Equity Stake in Suzuki
7th March, 2006
General Motors Corp announced overnight it would reduce its equity stake in Suzuki Motor Corp. from 20.4 per cent to 3.0 percent ..... more

Exceptional Sales for Suzuki
6th March, 2006
Suzuki has proved itself as a major player in the automotive industry, with global sales in 2005 reaching a record 2,010,000 units, a 107% increase on the previous year ..... more

Suzuki To Contest WRC From 2007
1st March, 2006
Suzuki has announced, at the Geneva Motor Show, that it will enter the World Rally Championship (WRC) from August, 2007 onwards ..... more

Suzuki WRC Concept To Debut At Geneva
15th February, 2006
Suzuki's concept for a world rally car will be appearing at the Geneva Motor Show next month. It is based on the new SX4 ..... more

Suzuki Grand Vitara Catches A Wave
20th January, 2006
Suzuki unveiled its Suzuki Wave concept, a specially modified version of the new Suzuki Grand Vitara at the 2006 Detroit Motor Show ..... more


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Swift Awarded Britain's Car Of The Year
8th December, 2005
In the UK, Car magazine has just named the Suzuki supermini its ‘Car of the Year’ ..... more

Europe's Fiat Sedici 4x4xSuzuki
1st December, 2005
The Fiat Sedici marks a veritable leap in the compact SUV scenario because it is the result of a style and design approach whose distinguishing feature is freedom of choice ..... more

Suzuki Announces New SX4
1st December, 2005
Following the recent success of the new Suzuki Swift and new Grand Vitara, Suzuki Motor Corporation has today announced it will start production of the all new SX4 at their Hungarian plant in December 2005 ..... more

Melbourne's Suzuki Night Markets
25th November, 2005
Suzuki Australia have joined the organisers of Melbourne's Wednesday evening market, in an sponsorship deal earning the car manufacturer naming rights to the 'Suzuki Night Market' ..... more

Suzuki Swift: Awarded RJC 2006 Car of The Year
18th November, 2005
Suzuki's popular compact car, the Swift has taken out top honours at the prestigious Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference of Japan (RJC), 2006 Car of the Year awards ..... more

Suzuki Swift: A Whole Lot of Fun!!!
14th November, 2005
Suzuki’s popular small car, the Swift has been awarded "Most Fun to Drive" at the annual Japanese Car Of The Year awards for 2005-2006 ..... more

Suzuki Jimny Receives Minor Upgrade
11th October, 2005
Suzuki’s popular 4WD, the Jimny JLX, will receive a minor upgrade, further enhancing the vehicle's appearance ..... more

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