It hardly ever happens that a motor manufacturer introduces a concept
car at a motor show, like Suzuki
did the iV-4 SUV Concept, then
proceeds to tell the world when it will come into production. But that’s exactly what the Japanese brand has done. So, now we know the iV-4 production
version goes on sale in Europe in 2015.
The iV-4 (which stands for Individuality, vehicle, 4wheel
drive) is dubbed a “personal compact SUV”, which could either be just another 21st century marketing buzzword, or could really mean something
to the customer looking for extraordinary solutions in an ordinary world.
In terms of dimensions, it measures 4.2 metres in length, 1.85m width, 1.66m high and has a wheelbase
of 2.5m. It runs on 20-inch wheels
with matching 235/ 55 R20 tyres. Suzuki
promises that while urban dwellers will find it very accommodating to their everyday needs, those seeking some off-road adventure will also be well-catered
for, thanks to AllGrip, the company’s
new all-wheel-drive technology.
Powertrain details
were not mentioned but Suzuki says the iV-4 will emit some of the lowest C02 gases in its class. To us that
could mean only one of two solutions: small
turbo (petrol or diesel), or hybrid.
The latter is very expensive to develop, so unless Suzuki has worked out its
differences with Volkswagen, it is likely a small turbo.
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