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Suzuki’s new “Swift” with a retro feel is now available ! Exhibited fashionable custom specifications in Thailand .
“New Suzuki “”Swift”” with retro-inspired emphasis! Must be a camping spot? Customized “”Swift”” exhibited in Thailand!
Tuesday, July 5, 6:10Customized version with a dazzling sky blue body
Suzuki’s Thai subsidiary exhibited a custom version of the Swift compact car at the Bangkok Auto Salon 2022, which was held in Thailand from June 29 to July 3, 2022. It is put together in a retro atmosphere, but what does it look like?Retro look is good! The new Suzuki “”Swift”” is a must-have for the outdoors! Suzuki’s new “”Swift”” custom specifications in 35 images.
Customized “”Swift”” exhibited at the Bangkok Auto Salon 2022
The Swift is a compact car sold by Suzuki in various countries around the world, including the Japanese market.
In the Thai market, the entry model is priced from 562,000 baht (approximately 2,140,000 yen in Japanese currency, GL grade).
The custom version of the Swift that appeared at the Bangkok Auto Salon 2022 features a two-tone color scheme of sky blue and white.
Racing stripe decals are applied to give it a casual and sporty look.
In addition, cal wheels and a cage-type roof carrier have been installed to give it a retro and outdoorsy look.
Incidentally, a Swift with similar customization (body color: black) was exhibited at the Thailand International Motor Expo 2021 held in December 2021, attracting much attention.”
Honda’s new off-road specification, 2nd, set to CR-V’s big brother “Pilot” .
“Honda’s new off-road version of the CR-V’s big brother, the Pilot, to be available on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.
Honda Passport Trail Sport (for reference)
On August 9, Honda’s U.S. division announced the availability of the “”Trail Sport”” model of the Honda Pilot SUV for the 2023 model year.The Trail Sport is a new series of off-road versions of Honda’s SUVs and pickup trucks for the U.S. market. The Passport was chosen as the first model in the series. The second Trail Sport model will be the Pilot.
The current Pilot is the third generation model and was first unveiled at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. It is a midsize SUV designed exclusively for North America, with a body that is a size larger than that of the CR-V. Given that it has already been seven years since its debut and that Honda describes it as “”all new,”” the 2023 model is expected to be the next model.
In addition, Honda has released one teaser photo of the Pilot Trail Sport.
Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)”
First scoop on the next-generation Suzuki “Swift”! Adoption of new rear door and clam-style hood?
“First Scoop of the Next Suzuki Swift! New Rear Door & Hamaguri Style Hood?
Prototype of the next generation Suzuki Swift (Scoop photo)The full model change of Suzuki’s popular compact hatchback, the Swift, appears to be approaching. The scoop site Spyder7 has obtained an exclusive scoop of a prototype vehicle of the next model.
The first generation Swift was introduced in 2000 as a crossover-style compact car, using body panels from the “”kei”” minicar. Since then, it has been upgraded as a global model, and the sporty “”Swift Sports”” has also gained popularity in Japan and overseas. The current 4th generation model was launched in 2017. The next model is expected to be introduced in 2023, marking the first full model change in six years.
The prototype vehicle, code-named “”YED,”” has a fully camouflaged body with unknown details. The front end reveals a “”clam-shell”” hood and some of the slim headlights. The bumper also reveals wide oval air intakes on the lower part of the bumper.
From the side of the body, the roofline is slightly more sloped than before. Even so, the Swift-like silhouette seems to have been maintained. The biggest change is the position of the rear seat door handle, which was embedded in the C-pillar but is now located on the side of the door. The rear window is more trapezoidal in shape. Also visible are some of the newly designed LED taillights and reflectors mounted on the lower rear bumper.
The next model will also adopt Suzuki’s lightweight and highly rigid “”Heartect”” platform, and will be equipped with a 1.2-liter inline four-cylinder plus mild hybrid powertrain. The Swift Sport is expected to combine a 1.4-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine with an ISG 48V mild hybrid system.
The world premiere of the next Swift is expected in 2023. The Swift Sport is expected to appear around six months to a year after that. As cost performance is one of the selling points of the Swift/Swift Sport, the price of the next model is also a matter of concern. We will keep you posted as soon as we get further information.”
Subaru New Crosstrek (XV) VS Honda New Vezel Thorough Comparison
ByPawaniThe new Subaru Crosstrek (XV) vs. the new Honda Vezel – In-depth comparison
Comparison of competing models.Subaru fully remodeled the Crosstrek (former Japanese model name: Subaru XV) and unveiled the Japanese prototype for the first time in the world on September 15, 2022, which will be launched in 2023. Honda fully remodeled the new “Vezel” and announced on April 22, 2021 and released on April 23, 2021. We compared the competition based on the specifications of the competing models.
About the specifications of the new Subaru Crosstrek
As the successor to the “SUBARU XV,” the Subaru “CROSSTREK” name has been unified globally. The new “CROSSTREK” SUV further accentuates the distinctive design of the previous model and has a more refined dynamic quality. In addition to the new-generation EyeSight system, a wide-angle monocular camera has been adopted for the first time in a Japanese version to achieve high safety performance. The collision safety potential of the Subaru Global Platform, which has been highly acclaimed in previous models, has been further enhanced by incorporating the latest knowledge and technologies, such as a full inner frame structure, expanded application of structural adhesives, and increased rigidity of suspension attachment points. For frontal collisions, a collision sub-frame has been added that extends the bumper beam to the outside of the vehicle. In a collision against a vehicle, not only the collision safety of the own vehicle but also the performance to protect the occupants on the other side (compatibility) has been improved. As with the Legacy Outback, a new frontal collision test, MPDB (Mobile Progressive Deformable Barrier), has been introduced to evaluate compatibility based on the assumption of an actual frontal collision. The Subaru STARLINK, a connected function not found on the previous generation XV, is adopted.Exterior Design
The high hood position gives a sense of thickness and expresses muscularity. Sharp front grille bars and LED headlamps give the front mask a nimble and intrepid image. Full LED high and low beam lamps and LED cornering lamps are adopted for the first time on a Subaru. 18-inch alloy wheels are adopted on the high-end grades. A total of nine exterior colors are available, including the new Offshore Blue Metallic and Oasis Blue.
Interior Design
The instrument panel design is simple yet expressive, with a multi-layered, multi-material structure that makes the most of the textures of each material. The center console’s upper surface has been raised to express a sense of envelopment and quality, and its operability has been improved. In addition, the interior is designed to be user-friendly, with a full range of storage space. The higher grade comes with fabric (silver stitching). The standard grade has tricot (silver stitching). Leather seats are available as a factory-installed option. A new 11.6-inch center information display with a large screen has been adopted to greatly enhance smartphone connectivity. Subaru’s first “Digital Multi-View Monitor” that synthesizes images from four cameras and displays a 360° view of the vehicle’s surroundings.
Adoption of new-generation EyeSight
Triple camera (stereo camera unit + wide-angle monocular camera) is adopted for improved performance. The new stereo camera unit significantly increases the angle of view to approximately twice that of the previous model. The image recognition software and control software have been improved to enable recognition of a wider and more distant range. In addition to the windshield-mounted type, a lens hood was adopted to prevent accidental contact with the lens. A wide-angle monocular camera (a first in the Subaru Japanese market) is newly adopted to recognize motorcycles/pedestrians at a wider angle than the new stereo camera when driving at low speeds. It expands the situations that can be handled by the pre-crash brake and achieves the best performance as the previous generation EyeSight.Specifications of the new Subaru Crosstrek
The gasoline model 1.6L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC engine used until the XV has been eliminated. 2.0L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC engine
FB20 direct-injection engine + motor-assisted “e-BOXER” model.Subaru Fully Remodels the XV as the All-New “Crosstrek” Announced for September 15, 2022
Subaru unveiled the Japan-specification prototype of the all-new CROSSTREK for the first time in the world on September 15, 2022. The new model, the third generation of the CROSSTREK, will feature the “CROSSTREK” which has been used in different markets…About the specifications of the all-new “Vezel
The fully redesigned “Vezel” is based on the fourth-generation “Fit” and inherits its predecessor’s “center tank layout” based on Honda’s unique M-M concept. While maintaining the compact body size, easy handling, and versatile seating arrangements, the exterior proportions have evolved to be more powerful and beautiful. The headlights feature “LED sequential turn lamps (flowing indicators). Honda Sensing” is standard equipment on all models. As can be seen in the photo, the rear of the car has a sleek coupe form. The overall length, width, and height are 4,340 mm, 1,790 mm, and 1,590 mm, respectively, and the wheelbase is 2,610 mm, making it a 3-number size SUV.The VEZEL features a panorama roof (with Low-E glass), a liberating sunroof, two-tone exterior colors, tricolor decorations, and a hands-free access power tailgate with a reserved-close function.
The interior panels have a horizontal, linear design based on the HMI (human-machine interface) concept, which reduces eye movement, arranges controls along the line of flow, and improves visibility. The instrument cluster is the same 4.2-inch or 7.0-inch instrument cluster used in the new Accord, Insight, and other models. The interior front seats feature new-generation “body stabilizing seats” newly developed for installation in high-end sedans, which provide soft and comfortable seating that reduces fatigue even after long hours of driving, and an “auto brake hold” function that allows the driver to take his or her foot off the brake pedal while the vehicle is stopped. The “Auto Brake Hold” function allows the driver to take his/her foot off the pedal while the vehicle is stopped and release the brake pedal when the accelerator pedal is depressed, making it useful in traffic jams and other situations. The “telescopic and tilt steering mechanism” allows drivers of all sizes to drive in the best position. The “parking brake system” is adopted. The center display features the “9-inch Honda CONNECT Honda Display. It is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Honda CONNECT,” an in-vehicle communication module exclusively for Honda vehicles, is installed. It features “Honda Digital Key” that substitutes a smartphone for a key, “Honda App Center” and “In-car Wi-Fi” that allows users to purchase data communication capacity in the car and enjoy connecting to the Internet.
The 1.5L i-VTEC engine + “i-MMD (e:HEV)” of the two-motor hybrid system is adopted, which achieves WLTC mode fuel economy of 24.8km/L. The “e:HEV” offers a choice of three different driving modes: NORMAL, SPORT, and ECON. In addition, different degrees of deceleration can be selected when the accelerator is turned off in the D-range, B-range, and deceleration selector.
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Honda’s new Bezel fully remodeled with e:HEV to be launched on April 23, 2021Also read
Honda’s new Bezel fully remodeled with e:HEV, to be launched on April 23, 2021
Honda will fully remodel the Vezel and launch it on April 23, 2021 with an announcement on April 22, 2021. A teaser was also released along with the…
Subaru’s new “Crosstrek” vs. Honda’s new “Vezel” body size comparison
The “Crosstrek” is larger, with overall length + 140 mm, width + 10 mm, and height – 10 mm. The Yaris Cross has a wheelbase of +60 mm.VEZEL
Crosstrek
Specifications New VEZEL New Crosstrek
Overall length 4,340mm 4,480mm
Overall width 1,790mm 1,800mm
Overall height 1,590mm 1,580mm
Wheelbase 2,610mm 2,670mm
Minimum turning radius 5.3-5.5m 5.4m
VESEL
Crosstrek
Comparison of the new Subaru Crosstrek and the new Honda Vezel hybrid models
Specifications New VZEL New Crosstrek
Engine 1.5L i-VTEC engine
+ New i-MMD
(e:HEV) 2.0L Horizontally-Opposed 4-Cylinder DOHC
FB20 direct injection engine
+ motor-assisted “e-BOXER
Maximum output 72kW (98ps)
5,600-6,400rpm 107kW (145ps)/6,000rpm
6,000rpm
Maximum torque 127Nm (13.0kgfm)
4,500-5,000rpm 188Nm (19.2kgfm) / 4,000rpm
4,000rpm
Motor
Maximum output 80kW (109PS)
3,500-8,000rpm 10kW (13.6ps)
Motor
Maximum torque 253Nm (25.8kgfm)
0-3,000rpm 65Nm (6.6kgm)
Transmission
Transmission Electric
Stepless transmission CVT (Lineartronic)
Drivetrain 2WD/4WD AWD
WLTC mode
Fuel economy 24.8km/L (2WD)
22.0km/L (4WD) 15.0km/L (4WD)
Price (10%) 2,658,700 yen～
3,298,900 yen – yen
Comparison of safety technologies between the new Subaru “Crosstrek” and the new Honda “Vezel
Both are equipped with a number of class-leading safety features to support the driver. System Equipment The new Vesel The new Crosstrek
Collision mitigation brake system ◯ ◯
Accident departure control system ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯
Pedestrian collision mitigation steering
Off-road departure control function
ACC with traffic jam follow-on function
Lane keeping assist system
Car ahead departure alert function
Sign recognition function
Rear-end vehicle departure control function
Automatic high beams
Short-range collision mitigation brake function
Blind-spot monitor
Information may be incorrect due to pre-launch information.Comparison of equipment between the new Subaru Crosstrek and the new Honda Vezel
System The new Vezel The new Crosstrek
Auto Brake & Hold ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯ ◯
Display audio system
Multi-view camera system Fat
Hill start assist
Connected services
The information may be incorrect because it is based on the latest automobile information and includes pre-launch information.One last comment
The new Vezel is equipped with a hybrid system (e:HEV) and has excellent fuel economy of 24.8km/L under the WLTC mode, while the new Crosstrek has a fuel economy of 15.0km/L under the WLTC mode. In terms of price, the Vesel is cheaper to start. The design is hard to say, as there are different likes and dislikes, but it seems certain that the Crosstrek will become a rival model of the Vezel.Toyota’s Alphard luxury minivan .
“Why is Toyota’s Alphard luxury minivan so popular? Does the oversold luxury minivan have any weaknesses?
Luxury suits all occasions, and that’s the point!
Toyota’s luxury minivan “”Alphard”” is currently enjoying tremendous popularity among minivans.Over 15 million yen, the overly luxurious four-seater Alphard is amazing! View 31 photos of the gorgeous gold Alphard.
The current model, the third generation, was introduced in 2015; a minor change in 2017 to a more powerful front grille made it even more popular, and even though its basic design is seven years old, it still ranks 8th in the overall new car registration rankings (April to September 2022).
While other minivans are getting newer with model changes, what is the reason why a minivan that is already 7 years old and yet costs from 3,597,000 yen to 7,752,000 yen (including consumption tax) is selling so well?
Toyota’s Alphard, the king of luxury minivans
We asked the actual owners why they chose the Alphard, and what advantages and disadvantages they could see only after driving it.
Mr. S (Aichi, 40s), who runs a flower arrangement business, purchased a 3.5-liter model of the Alphard with the intention of using it for work as well as private use.
He said, “”I have only driven domestic cars because of my profession and the fact that I live in a place where it is difficult to get my hands on imported cars.
At such times, I chose the Alphard because of its spacious and comfortable rear seats, sufficient power to easily travel long distances even when loaded with luggage, and because I use it in a variety of situations, from at flower production sites to porte-coches at city hotels.””
He also wanted a car that was spacious enough to carry his hobby equipment (a long board for surfing), and as a result, he settled on the Alphard.
According to Mr. S, the Alphard’s presence and luxurious feel give it a status that he is not ashamed of as a business owner in any situation.
He chose the 3.5-liter model because he needed the power to adapt to the large body, which is 4950 mm (length) x 1850 mm (width) x 1935 mm (height) and weighs approximately 2 tons. 301 hp/361 Nm, the high-powered Alphard is also easy to cruise at high speeds, he says.
On the other hand, this large body is also a disadvantage.
It is still difficult to maneuver in fine-tuned maneuvering,”” he said. Also, the 3.5-liter engine is high-octane and not very fuel-efficient (9.9 km/L in WLTC mode, according to the catalog), so it still costs a lot of money in these days of a weak yen and high oil prices.
However, I think it is a very good choice in terms of entertaining customers.
Thanks to the choice of leather seats, the interior of the car has a luxurious atmosphere. However, it is so luxurious that he hesitates to load his surfboard, which is his hobby, into it, and he now goes surfing in a different car.
Other features include the fact that rearward visibility is not so good (a rearview camera is installed for this purpose), instead of the high position visibility that makes it easy to see everything around you.
As mentioned above, it is easy to cruise at high speeds and is good at it, but the heavy weight of the car makes the brakes feel less effective (longer braking distances), and there seems to be a set of advantages and disadvantages.
Even so, they like the fact that it can seat up to the third row of seats, has enough luggage space for a large number of passengers, and has a full range of driving support systems and safety equipment, such as collision damage reduction brakes and radar cruise control.
I think the fact that this one car can be used in a variety of situations is a big draw,”” he says.
It’s not unique because it’s oversold and you see a lot of the same cars around town, but on the other hand, its high level of perfection is what makes it a popular car model.
I don’t think I will need to change cars for a while”” (Mr. S, owner of Alphard)
Why is Toyota’s luxury minivan “”Alphard”” so popular? Does the oversold luxury minivan have any weak points?Toyota introduces the Alphard to compete with the Elgrand.
What kind of minivan is the Alphard?Before the birth of the Alphard, Toyota had launched the Granvia in 1995 as a large minivan based on the Hiace for the European market, followed by the Hiace Regis, a 5-number model.
Although it was a luxuriously equipped minivan, it was not a big hit, perhaps because of its subdued design.
Toyota “”Alphard
The Nissan “”Elgrand”” appeared in 1997 and revolutionized the minivan world. Unlike previous minivans, which had a commercial feel to them, the Elgrand’s strong front mask and luxurious, comfortable interior paved the way for a new genre of “”luxury minivan,”” and it became a huge hit.
The first-generation Alphard was introduced in 2002 to coincide with the launch of the second-generation ElGrand.
While the ElGrand was powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine (a 2.5-liter V6 engine was later added), the Alphard came in two versions: a 2.4-liter inline 4-cylinder and a 3-liter V6 engine. The lineup also included grades with lower taxes and maintenance costs from the start.
With its FF and boxy design, the Alphard was highly space-efficient, and with an overall height of over 1900 mm, it was characterized by its spacious interior, making it an instantly popular model.
In 2008, the Alphard underwent a model change to the second generation with a new platform. The overall height was lowered by 45 mm, but it still retained its unique seating position that allows the driver to look down at the surroundings from a high position and an overall height of over 1900 mm.
In 2015, it evolved into the third generation, the current model. The concept was a “”large-space luxury saloon,”” and the rear suspension was changed from a conventional torsion beam to a double wishbone, greatly improving ride comfort.
The powertrain lineup includes a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine with excellent maintenance costs, a hybrid version, and a high-power 3.5-liter V6 engine. The hybrid model is also available in four-wheel drive (4WD), including “”E-Four,”” in which the rear wheels are driven by a motor.
Toyota, which has long been known for the luxurious interior and ride comfort of its high-end saloons such as the Crown, has combined the minivan technology it has cultivated with the Hiace and other models, so perhaps the success of this luxury minivan line was a foregone conclusion.
It seems to be a hit.
The Alphard can accommodate a large number of passengers as well as conventional minivans, but it has a luxurious specification with a spacious interior and captain’s seats for greatly improved comfort, which means that the strategy of “”a luxury saloon in the shape of a minivan”” has met the market needs well.Another evidence of this is the fact that many large companies have switched from the Crown, which had been popular as a company car until then, to the Alphard.
Compared to sedans, in which you have to bend down to get in, the Alphard, with its luxurious interior like a running drawing room, is closer to the longed-for “”someday a Crown.
The appeal of the Alphard can be said to lie in its powerful body and design, and its overwhelming presence.
It is a good choice for those who prioritize comfort and luxury over the agile driving performance of a sedan or sports car, and the fact that it is the best minivan made in Japan should fully satisfy their desire for ownership.
As a luxury transportation space, the value is very high.
Nissan new 4th generation “X-Trail” from about 5.3 million yen in English! Local specifications also appeared and reservations started .
“Nissan’s New 4th Generation “”XTRAIL”” Starting at about 5.3 Million Yen in the UK! Local specifications are now available and reservations are now being accepted
12V mild hybrid version is only available in 2WD
Nissan’s UK subsidiary announced the local specifications of the new xtrail on September 6, 2022 (local time), and also announced that the price in the UK market will start at 32,030 pounds (about 5.3 million yen in Japanese currency). Reservations have been accepted locally since the same day.Nissan’s new SUV XTRAIL in a row! See the actual vehicle in 47 images.
Nissan’s new 4th generation “”XTRAIL”” also unveiled in the European market
The all-new XTRAIL is the fourth generation of the family-oriented SUV, which has a history of more than 20 years and has sold approximately 7 million units worldwide.
In Japan, the new (4th generation) XTRAIL was launched on July 25, 2022.
The new xtrail in the European market, including the one for the UK, is available in two versions: one with the e-POWER series hybrid system and the other with a 12V mild hybrid system.
The power unit lineup differs from that of the e-POWER-exclusive Japanese version.
The e-POWER version uses a 1.5-liter variable compression ratio turbocharged gasoline engine exclusively for power generation and runs on a powerful drive motor, delivering a maximum output of 204 hp in the 2WD version and 213 hp in the e-4ORCE version (4WD model).
The e-Pedal Step, which provides strong deceleration force only by operating the accelerator pedal, has also been adopted.
The 12V mild hybrid version, which is only available in 2WD, delivers a maximum output of 163 hp and is mated to an Xtronic CVT transmission.
Advanced features include a 12.3-inch NissanConnect display screen with smartphone connectivity via Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and next-generation ProPilot Assist.
A new passive safety feature is a center airbag that deploys between the front seats.
The new European version of the xtrail will be available in 12V mild hybrid versions from 32,030 to 42,520 pounds (5.3 to 7.1 million yen).
Upgrading to the e-POWER (2WD) version will cost an additional 2,435 pounds (about 400,000 yen), and from there, upgrading to the e-4ORCE (4WD version of the e-POWER) will cost another 2,200 pounds (about 350,000 yen).
In addition to the 2-row, 5-seat version, a 3-row, 7-seat version is also available as an option.
Deliveries of the new Nissan xtrail in the UK market are scheduled to begin in October.”