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Suzuki won’t let Toyota rebadge these 2 cars – report
Toyota currently markets a number of rebadged Suzuki models courtesy of a wide-ranging global alliance. But 2 nameplates are reportedly completely off limits…
In South Africa, Toyota’s current line-up includes a trio of rebadged Suzuki models – the Celerio rebranded as the Vitz, the Baleno rehashed as the Starlet and the Ertiga becoming the Rumion – along with the Grand Vitara-based (though Toyota-built) Urban Cruiser. But a report out of India claims Suzuki has “politely declined” a request from Toyota to add the Swift and Jimny to that list.
Yes, according to the folks over at Autocar India, Suzuki told Toyota that the Swift hatchback and Jimny 4×4 were strictly off the table.
“Toyota wanted to badge engineer the Jimny and Swift but we politely declined. It’s like asking Toyota to let us badge engineer the Land Cruiser. Models that are at the heart of our brand are not meant for sharing and both companies respect that,” an unnamed Suzuki source told the Indian publication.
Toyota currently markets a number of rebadged Suzuki models courtesy of a wide-ranging global alliance. But 2 nameplates are reportedly completely off limits…
In South Africa, Toyota’s current line-up includes a trio of rebadged Suzuki models – the Celerio rebranded as the Vitz, the Baleno rehashed as the Starlet and the Ertiga becoming the Rumion – along with the Grand Vitara-based (though Toyota-built) Urban Cruiser. But a report out of India claims Suzuki has “politely declined” a request from Toyota to add the Swift and Jimny to that list.
Yes, according to the folks over at Autocar India, Suzuki told Toyota that the Swift hatchback and Jimny 4×4 were strictly off the table.
“Toyota wanted to badge engineer the Jimny and Swift but we politely declined. It’s like asking Toyota to let us badge engineer the Land Cruiser. Models that are at the heart of our brand are not meant for sharing and both companies respect that,” an unnamed Suzuki source told the Indian publication.
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The Vitara used to be at the heart of their brand too.
Maybe Suzuki should be open to more badge engineering for now and use that big fee to start moving up in the market.
They are matching well in their current segments (Baleno in Polo/i20/Rio segment, Fronx in the Venue/Sonet/XUV300 segment, Grand Vitara in the Creta/Seltos segment.
But there is a big gap between the Grand Vitara and the next SUV segment with the XUV700/Tiggo 7 Pro/etc.
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Imagine the sales numbers Toyota would make if they took the Suzuki Swift and called it the Toyota Tazz.
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And used their freshly trademarked "Land Hopper" for the Jimny.
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Suzuki Isn’t Prepared to Share its Integral Models With Toyota
Toyota and Suzuki’s relationship is a prevalent occurrence in dealerships and roads across the country and the world, each of the Japanese automakers benefits from the fruitful relationship in the form of technology or increased market presence. While this relationship goes both ways internationally, it is slightly more one-sided locally. Toyota has borrowed the Baleno and rebadged it as the Starlet, the Celerio as the Vitz, the Ertiga known in Toyota dealerships as the Rumion and the Grand Vitara as the Urban Cruiser.
Toyota boasts a larger dealership network with a significant appeal to motorists for value-for-money propositions and thus manages to sell, in most cases, significantly more units per month than Suzuki can manage. Regardless, both automakers have enjoyed a positive year of sales courtesy of this relationship however a Suzuki head honcho has stated that there are two models that its Japanese counterpart will not be allowed to badge engineer.
Despite rumours suggesting that Toyota will introduce its own Jimny and Swift, there seems to be no confirmation that this will go ahead after all. Toyota was apparently keen to impart their badging and styling on the Jimny as a more affordable alternative to its 4×4 and SUV lineup.
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Toyota and Suzuki’s relationship is a prevalent occurrence in dealerships and roads across the country and the world, each of the Japanese automakers benefits from the fruitful relationship in the form of technology or increased market presence. While this relationship goes both ways internationally, it is slightly more one-sided locally. Toyota has borrowed the Baleno and rebadged it as the Starlet, the Celerio as the Vitz, the Ertiga known in Toyota dealerships as the Rumion and the Grand Vitara as the Urban Cruiser.
Toyota boasts a larger dealership network with a significant appeal to motorists for value-for-money propositions and thus manages to sell, in most cases, significantly more units per month than Suzuki can manage. Regardless, both automakers have enjoyed a positive year of sales courtesy of this relationship however a Suzuki head honcho has stated that there are two models that its Japanese counterpart will not be allowed to badge engineer.
Despite rumours suggesting that Toyota will introduce its own Jimny and Swift, there seems to be no confirmation that this will go ahead after all. Toyota was apparently keen to impart their badging and styling on the Jimny as a more affordable alternative to its 4×4 and SUV lineup.
Suzuki Isn't Prepared to Share its Integral Models With Toyota
Suzuki has confirmed that models integral to its brand identity won't be badge engineered as a result of their relationship with Toyota.
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Sporty Next-Gen Swift Previewed by Suzuki Japan
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Sporty Next-Gen Swift Previewed by Suzuki Japan
Suzuki's next-gen Swift has been shown with the brand's new Cool Yellow Metallic shade ahead of the Tokyo Auto Salon.
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Toyota wanted to sell rebadged versions of the Suzuki Swift and Jimny - report
Although the Hilux remains Toyota’s local sales hero, sourcing a range of low-cost products from Maruti Suzuki in India has given the market leader a significant boost at the lower end of the market.
Through this partnership, Toyota offers South Africans the Vitz and Starlet hatchbacks as well as the Urban Cruiser compact SUV and the Rumion MPV.
But there are two highly successful Suzuki products that Toyota hasn’t laid its badge engineering hands on yet, and it appears they are off limits.
“Toyota wanted to badge engineer the Jimny and Swift, but we politely declined,” an unnamed Suzuki source told Autocar India recently.
“It’s like asking Toyota to let us badge engineer the Land Cruiser. Models that are at the heart of our brand are not meant for sharing and both companies respect that,” the company source added.
Although the Hilux remains Toyota’s local sales hero, sourcing a range of low-cost products from Maruti Suzuki in India has given the market leader a significant boost at the lower end of the market.
Through this partnership, Toyota offers South Africans the Vitz and Starlet hatchbacks as well as the Urban Cruiser compact SUV and the Rumion MPV.
But there are two highly successful Suzuki products that Toyota hasn’t laid its badge engineering hands on yet, and it appears they are off limits.
“Toyota wanted to badge engineer the Jimny and Swift, but we politely declined,” an unnamed Suzuki source told Autocar India recently.
“It’s like asking Toyota to let us badge engineer the Land Cruiser. Models that are at the heart of our brand are not meant for sharing and both companies respect that,” the company source added.
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Autogefühl first look at the 2024 Swift
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Suzuki Swift
The Suzuki Swift was originally marketed in Japan and sold as the Cultus / SA310 until early 1985 when the Swift name was then used for Europe, and the model launched in the UK. In Japan, the Swift name only became used for its domestic market in the late 1990s. It was first launched in 1983 at the 25th Tokyo Motor Show and went head-to-head with the Toyota Starlet and Nissan Micra. The word "Cultus" is Latin and means care or adoration.
Swift was the first Suzuki model to enter a class of car with both larger dimensions and engines than the 'kei' class Fronte model in Japan. Very early models utilised a 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine with leaf springs for the rear suspension.
Later production Swifts were powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine that was noted by media at the time for its smoothness and good fuel economy. The dashboard was a mix of analogue and digital instruments including a gear selection indicator for the optional three-speed automatic transmission.
In the UK, Suzuki Swift was offered in both three-door and five-door hatchback forms as well as a 1.3GTi three-door model.
The Suzuki Swift was originally marketed in Japan and sold as the Cultus / SA310 until early 1985 when the Swift name was then used for Europe, and the model launched in the UK. In Japan, the Swift name only became used for its domestic market in the late 1990s. It was first launched in 1983 at the 25th Tokyo Motor Show and went head-to-head with the Toyota Starlet and Nissan Micra. The word "Cultus" is Latin and means care or adoration.
Swift was the first Suzuki model to enter a class of car with both larger dimensions and engines than the 'kei' class Fronte model in Japan. Very early models utilised a 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine with leaf springs for the rear suspension.
Later production Swifts were powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine that was noted by media at the time for its smoothness and good fuel economy. The dashboard was a mix of analogue and digital instruments including a gear selection indicator for the optional three-speed automatic transmission.
In the UK, Suzuki Swift was offered in both three-door and five-door hatchback forms as well as a 1.3GTi three-door model.
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What Car? review of the new 2024 Swift
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Nobby On Cars review of the new 2024 Swift
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4th-gen Maruti Suzuki Swift India launch on May 9 - Team-BHP
2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift will feature the new Z-series 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol engine.
According to a media report, Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch the fourth generation Swift in India on May 9, 2024.
The new Swift made its global debut at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show. Since then, the car has gone on sale in Europe and Japan.
The Indian version will be similar to the global model. However, reports suggest that it might get a few design tweaks.
It is said that the India-spec Swift will get slightly different front and rear bumpers, blacked-out C-pillars, LED headlights, LED fog lamps and a reverse camera mounted on the boot lid.
The car is expected to be equipped with 6 airbags, ABS with EBD and ESP. Features like a 360-degree camera and ADAS might not be offered in the Indian market.
Under the bonnet, the 2024 Maruti Suzuki Swift will feature the new Z-series 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol engine. Its output is expected to be similar to the outgoing K12 engine and will be paired with either a 5-speed manual or an AMT gearbox.
4th-gen Maruti Suzuki Swift India launch on May 9 | Team-BHP
According to a media report, Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch the fourth generation Swift in India on May 9, 2024.The new Swift made its global debut at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show. Since then, the ...