Will Suzuki’s hybrid-ready Grand Vitara come to Australia to rival the Mitsubishi ASX, Kia Seltos, Haval Jolion and MG ZS small SUVs? 28 Jul 2024

AutoExec Summary
Australian small SUV buyers eagerly await the arrival of the Suzuki Grand Vitara, which has been delayed due to strong demand and production constraints. Suzuki Australia is considering introducing the Grand Vitara to broaden its SUV range, particularly with electrification options. The Grand Vitara, built in India by Toyota, offers a cost-effective manufacturing source compared to other Suzuki models imported from Europe. The hybrid Grand Vitara may help Suzuki meet New Vehicle Efficiency Standards and offer a competitive option in the market. The Grand Vitara, based on the Suzuki Global C-platform, features a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with mild-hybrid technology and may also offer a three-cylinder hybrid set-up.

Brands mentioned: Suzuki, Mitsubishi, Kia, MG, Toyota, Haval, GWM.