Suzuki SXForce Concept at SEMA

• Suzuki debuts sportbike-inspired SXForce based on all-new 2008 SX4 Sport

• SX4 WRC and Grand Vitara Dune appeal to off-road enthusiasts

• Five-door SX4 Crossover flaunts concept- and production-based accessory line

American Suzuki Motor Corp. showcases four spirited and dynamic vehicles at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show, including its never-before-seen, sportbike-inspired SXForce LIVE vehicle based on the all-new 2008 four-door SX4 Sport. A vehicle designed for four-wheel and two-wheel tuner enthusiasts, SXForce communicates Suzuki's "Way of Life" brand philosophy as a company that builds fun-to-operate vehicles, from its widely recognized and high-performance motorcycles to its exciting and versatile cars and SUVs.

To further demonstrate the company's bold and adventurous DNA, Suzuki displays its SX4 WRC car and rugged Grand Vitara Dune LIVE vehicle – two Suzuki machines designed for ultimate off-road performance. In addition, Suzuki offers aftermarket enthusiasts a sneak preview of a number of performance-based concept accessories — specifically developed for this year's show — and an array of style-enhancing Genuine Suzuki Accessories for its 2008 five-door SX4 Crossover.

"Suzuki always looks forward to SEMA because of its upbeat and somewhat irreverent energy," said Gene Brown, vice president of marketing and PR, American Suzuki Automotive Operations. "The overall enthusiasm for cars and for life that underlies the entire event meshes perfectly with our brand philosophy and parallels the passion infused into the concepts we have on display this year and the vehicles currently in our showrooms."

Suzuki X-Head Unveiled in Tokyo

Suzuki are well known for creating their fair share of concepts that never get even close to production, and here we have another example in the Suzuki X-Head Concept.

Built for a rough road performance, the design DNA comes straight from the Jimny and Grand Vitara (Escudo), with a key feature being its load carrying ability to hold various load-bed units for diverse purposes: for instance it can happily accomadate 2 sleeping adults or alternative it can be used for resue operations in a wide range of road conditions.

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The X-HEAD is a cross-utility vehicle that offers unprecedented possibilities. With DNA reflecting the rough-road performance and toughness of the Jimny and Grand Vitara (Escudo) and the load-carrying capability of the Carry, it's the epitome of functional dependability and fun. Its name signifies diverse new potential for accommodating the lifestyles and priorities of users.

A key feature of the X-HEAD is that it can hold various load-bed units for diverse purposes. For instance, it can hold a unit called the Camper, which allows two adults to sleep in comfort, a unit called the Fashion, which provides stylish urban mobility, or a unit called the Rescue, which is designed for rescue operations in a wide range of road conditions.

Suzuki Kizashi Concept at Frankfurt

Splash world premiere

The Suzuki Splash is the fourth global model for the worlds 12^th largest auto manufacturer in just three years. The 3.7m long compact car will go on sale in Europe in 2008 and is following the European design style from its predecessors (Swift, Grand Vitara and SX4).

The Suzuki Kizashi Concept is something entirely different though and will become the stands biggest star. Suzuki is looking to complete its line-up with a midsize sedan. Kizashi literally means prelude, and it signifies Suzuki's third phase of its global strategy.

Third crowd puller will be the SX4 WRC. The WRC team is complete and will be introduced at the Frakfurt Motor Show before their first test in Corsica in October.

More at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

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Suzuki will present an eye-catching stand with a number of world premieres at the 62nd International Motor Show in Frankfurt from September 13 – 23.

The newly developed Splash compact car represents the fourth world strategic model from Suzuki in just three years. Like its predecessors, Swift, Grand Vitara and SX4, Splash is orientated strongly towards the European design style, which continues Suzuki’s worldwide strategy.

A further highpoint on the Frankfurt stand will be the introduction of the Kizashi concept vehicle. This breakthrough into the middle class segment is a sign from the 12th largest automobile producer worldwide of the important step from compact and four-wheel drive specialists into a complete production line-up.

The third star of the Suzuki stand will be the World Rally Championship version of the SX4, which will make an appearance in Frankfurt before facing its first competition test in the middle of October at the “Rallye de France”.

Suzuki Splash: The fresh stylish family car

The first phase of the new world strategy was implemented with the focus on ‘Sporty’, a philosophy that resulted in great success with the launch of Swift, Grand Vitara and SX4. The new Splash represents the second phase for Suzuki.

Representing a completely new development of the compact car, the Splash represents driving fun for the family with a combination of fresh design and great driving dynamics.

On sale in Europe in 2008, the 3700 mm long Splash will be available with a choice of three engines; a three-cylinder 1.0-litre (48 kW), a 1.2-litre four-cylinder (63 kW) and a 1.3-litre DDiS turbo-diesel (55 kW) with an optional diesel particulate filter.

Complying with the Euro-4 emissions standard, CO2 emissions for the five-speed manual transmission vary between just 120 and 140 g/km.

Safety remains a paramount feature in the Splash, which comes loaded with a host of standard features including anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake-force distribution system (EBD). Electronic stability program (ESP®) and six airbags (dual front airbags, dual seat-side airbags, dual curtain airbags) will be equipped on certain models.

The Kizashi concept: Breakthrough into the mid-sized segment

Full of energy, flexible and emotionally appealing; a perfect description of the Suzuki Kizashi concept car, which will make its world debut at Frankfurt. Literally meaning ‘prelude’, the Kizashi represents the third phase of Suzuki’s world strategy.

The theme for this third phase is ‘Status’, with the Kizashi guiding the way to a new direction for Suzuki, representing the continued upward breakthrough of Suzuki and its ability to offer a wider range of vehicles to customers.

Suzuki Motorsport: SX4 WRC pilots at the Frankfurt Motor Show

It’s finally here: at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Suzuki will reveal the team who will pilot the SX4 which will compete in the 2008 World Rally Championship.

Led by Suzuki motorsport legend Nobuhiro ‘Monster’ Tajima, the WRC SX4 has undergone a gruelling testing regime this year and will make its competitive debut in October at the Rallye de France in Corsica as part of the preparation for the 2008 season.

The WRC SX4 adds another chapter to Suzuki’s 98-year history, with a strong motorsport heritage and a host of world champions including Barry Sheene, Kevin Schwantz and Ricky Carmichael.

Suzuki has become a leading player in the JWRC in recent years, and the Swift Super Sport has dominated the 2007 season to date.