After a long period of waiting for the 9th generation, the Suzuki Alto has been finally made available in buyers in the Japanese market. It replaces the 8th generation model that was introduced in the year 2014. The development of the 9th generation Alto had several hiccups, primarily because of the pandemic as and the global semiconductor shortage. But, it’s now able to take over its predecessor and will be available in the first quarter of 2022. Also Read: Suzuki Alto Price in Pakistan
In terms of style in terms of design, the 9th generation Alto retains the more boxy style of the 8th generation model, but has to a more rounded appearance. The fascia features large trapezoidal headlamps as well as the front grille is smaller and has chrome bars positioned behind the headlamps.
The new Alto features larger window glass to give it a more airy look and more upright A-pillars , as well with pull-up door handles. In the back the 9th generation Suzuki Alto gets a new tailgate, a new tail-light wraparound and a rear windshield wiper along with an indented front bumper. The Alto is equipped with seven-spoked alloy wheels. It comes with dual-tone exterior colors and.
Inside is a completely new interior that’s more equipped than the model before it. The center console comes with an infotainment device that is small with vertically-stacked air-con vents brand new AC buttons, and more. Also Read: Suzuki Alto VXR Price in Pakistan
The console also has a brand new steering wheel that has multi-functional controls for audio as well as Bluetooth telephone. In addition it has one-piece seats on the front and a bench back seat with adjustable headrests just like the model that was discontinued.
This 9th-generation Alto is built on the enhanced version of the lighter HEARTECT platform. It is also the basis for the latest Wagon-R S-Presso, Wagon-R the most recent Celerio that has was recently introduced in India.
But the most important feature to the brand newly launched Suzuki Alto will be active driver’s aids in the form of Suzuki Safety Support that includes high-beam assist, as well as autonomous emergency brake (AEB) that detects pedestrians along with ahead collision prevention.
As an Kei vehicle the 9th generation Alto will remain driven by a three-cylinder 660cc petrol engine, however this time, it will be equipped with SHVS mild-hybrid technology. It will also include integrated starting generator (ISG) and a smaller lithium-ion battery pack that stores energy.
According Suzuki, according to Suzuki the car’s light weight together with its SHVS mild hybrid technology will enhance the overall performance of the Alto and make it among the most efficient cars within its class. But, Suzuki isn’t revealing other details like performance figures, fuel economy and the choices for gearboxes as of now. But, we can anticipate the options for transmissions to be taken over from the 8th generation model.
Pak Suzuki introduced the 8th Gen Alto in the year 2019, that is currently enjoying the status of being the most popular automobile in the nation. The 9th generation Alto coming out this year, we’ll have to wait and see what time the 9th generation Alto will arrive in the country. Also Read: Suzuki Cultus Price in Pakistan
However, if we look at the facts, it’s extremely unlikely for Pak Suzuki to launch the most recent model that soon. even better, we could obtain this 9th-gen Alto with the help of used JDM imports.
