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Suzuki APV
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| Suzuki APV | |
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| Suzuki | |
| aka | APV Arena |
| Production | 2004-present |
| Class | Compact size MPV |
| Body Style | how many doors+how many seats+what type of body |
| Length | length - type here |
| Width | Width - type here |
| Height | Height - type here |
| Wheelbase | wheelbase - type here |
| Weight | Weight - you get the point |
| Transmission | transmission + drive |
| Engine | engine |
| Power | N/A hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | Daihatsu Hijet Honda Acty Subaru Sambar Mitsubishi Minicab |
| Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The Suzuki APV is a Mini MPV produced by Suzuki. The name "APV" stands for ASEAN Project Vehicle.It was designed in Indonesia to fill the entry level MPV market.
See Wikicars' comprehensive Suzuki APV Review.
Recent Changes
The second generation of the APV has a different fascia, improved interior, more elegant grille and better suspension settings. It was also introduced with 2 new additional colours. The second generation model includes the limited edition "Luxury " trim.
Styles and Major Options
Luxury trim
A special edition trim called the " Luxury " is now available in the line up. The Luxury trim has a restyled bumper resembling the Toyota Alphard's and a new horizontal chrome grille. The Luxury trim has 5 spoke wheels and are available in white colors and with captain seats (2 individual seats on the second row).
Pricing
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Gas Mileage
Fuel consumption is 9.6 km/l.
As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
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Engine and Transmission
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Performance
The car accelerates from 0-100km/h in 16.8 seconds, which is faster than its rival, Daihatsu Luxio.
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Reliability
Some owners had problems with the remote key.
Safety
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Photos
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Colors
First generation
- Silky Silver Metallic
- Cold Black Metallic
- Graphite Grey Metallic
- Radiant Red Pearl
Second generation
- Burgundy Pearl
- Purplish Silver Metallic.
Luxury edition
- White
Main Competitors
The APV's direct competitors are the Daihatsu Luxio and the Toyota Avanza. The Luxio offers more space, while the Avanza offers better driving experience.
Hybrid Models
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Unique Attributes
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Interior
Cabin space is smaller than the one found in its main rival, Daihatsu Luxio.However,because the cabin is smaller,the acceleration is faster and the fuel consumption is better than its rival.There are some cheap looking plastics in the cabin which also peel up and get scratched easily.
Resale Values
Resale value is good because the demand for Japanese brands is very high in Indonesia as is in other parts of South East Asia. The high population numbers of the buyers is also one of the factors why the resale value is so good.
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Criticisms
Based on the survey,most of the owners are satisfied with the car.
Generations
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Current Generation: (2007–present)
The second generation is called APV Arena. The front side has been face-lifted into a more proportional design while the interior was updated with a more modern and upmarket design. Like the previous model, it is powered by a 1.5 engine.
There are 3 trims levels available: the G, GX and SGX. The GX and SGX trim are shod with 15" alloy wheels, while the G trim made do with smaller 14" alloys. The GSX comes with keyless entry.
New colors are available for the second generation, Burgundy Pearl and Purplish Silver Metallic.
First Generation/Origins (2004–2006)
The first generation of APV was introduced in 2004 in Indonesia. It was powered by a 1.5 engine and an automatic transmission was introduced in 2005. It was made available in 2 trims levels: GA and GX and sold in colours including Silky Silver Metallic, Cold Black Metallic, Graphite Grey Metallic and Radiant Red Pearl.
Mitsubishi rebadged it as the Mitsubishi Maven.
Worldwide
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Design quirks and oddities
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Awards
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See Also
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| Michio Suzuki | Corporate website | Independent |
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