ˆ Upgraded Bunny: Suzuki unveils updated Alto Lapin

tags : alto lapin , altolapin , kei alto lapin , keialtolapin , microcar , suzuki alto lapin , suzuki kei , suzuki lapin , suzuki microcar , suzukialtolapin , suzukikei , suzukilapin , suzukimicrocar

Sporting a name that could roughly mean "high pitched rabbit" is loveably quirky, and so it fits that the name is affixed to a kei car. Suzuki's 660cc microcar, styled in the same idiom that has shaped Nissan's Cube, though the 'Zuki calls to mind the original Mini more than other squared-off micros. The styling is about the only thing that Suzuki hasn't changed on the Alto Lapin, which has been on sale since 2002. There are upgrades to the platform, powertrain, and interior, making the Alto Lapin a virtually new vehicle. The interior rework brings a newfound sense of space, if that can truly be said about anything so tiny, and the stylish design is rendered in classy materials. A new CVT makes the most of the 53 naturally aspirated or 63 turbocharged horsepower while delivering nearly 58 mpg. The car, with its inherent cuteness, is aimed at women buyers (like many other keis, it's offered in pink), and there's a whole line of "Lapin Goods" to go along with the car. With a price between $11,000 and $15,000, there's some scratch left over for trinkum that will make you nearly as stylish as your Alto Lapin.

posted : 12/3/2008 @8:24:55 PM

ˆ Suzuki Maruti Alto to debut in Paris

tags : maruti alto , marutialto , paris 2008 , paris motor show , paris2008 , parismotorshow , suzuki , suzuki alto , suzuki maruti , suzuki maruti alto , suzukialto , suzukimaruti , suzukimarutialto

Suzuki will bring its seventh-generation Alto to the Paris Motor Show this October, featuring stylistic and powertrain upgrades to compete with the best and brightest from the budget-oriented, compact class. Based on the A-Star concept introduced at last year's New Delhi Motor Show, the new model will be built in India by Maruti Suzuki's Manesar plant, and will likely packing a 1.0-liter engine which should make Euro V emissions regulations a breeze to exceed. Expect the new Alto to find its largest market in India, along with limited sales throughout Europe. For an economy car, it's a pretty decent looker from what we can tell from the two shots Suzuki's released ahead of the show, and we expect it will find plenty of buyers looking for a relatively cheap way to get around.

posted : 8/9/2008 @4:58:31 PM

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