The Suzuki APV is a minivan/light commercial vehicle designed by Suzuki in Japan and manufactured in Indonesia by Suzuki Indomobil Motor. The abbreviation "APV" is short for All Purpose Vehicle.[1] It is powered by either 1.5 liter or 1.6 liter inline-four G series engine delivering 92–105 PS (91–104 hp; 68–77 kW).
| Suzuki APV (DN) | |
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 Suzuki APV Arena SGX (facelift, Indonesia) | |
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| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
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| Assembly | Indonesia: Bekasi, West Java (Tambun Plant; Suzuki Indomobil Motor) |
| Designer | Hisanori Matsushima, Tsutomu Musashiya and Takamitsu Fukuda[3] |
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| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,625 mm (103 in) |
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The pickup truck version is called Suzuki Mega Carry in Indonesia, Super Carry Pro in Vietnam and APV Pickup elsewhere. It was discontinued in February 2019 in favour of the international version of the Carry 1.5.[4]
The APV was exported from Indonesia in April 2005 to more than 100 countries in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, Middle East, South Asia, North Africa and Oceania.[5] Suzuki invested JP¥ 11.5 billion to produce a targeted 70,000 units per year in Indonesia.[1]
Models
editAPV
editThe original APV was launched in September 2004,[1] initially it was available in three trim levels: A, L and X. It is still currently available in three trim levels with standard equipment as Blind Van, GA and GE. The car is only offered with 5-speed manual transmission, live axle rear suspension with leaf springs, 14" steel wheels and black colored interior.
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Suzuki APV GLX (pre-facelift, Malaysia)
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Suzuki APV GLX (pre-facelift, Malaysia)
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Suzuki APV van (Australia)
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Suzuki APV van (Australia)
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Suzuki APV blind van (Caribbean)
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Suzuki APV blind van (Ghana)
APV Arena
editIn November 2007, Suzuki released the facelifted version in Indonesia named APV Arena (APV Type II in some countries). It offers more luxurious features with the SGX trim as the top-of-the-line variant (available with captain seat version). Interior is also changed as well and an improvement in engine performance. Available in three trim levels: GL, GX and SGX. Available in either 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission, live axle rear suspension with 3-link suspension plus coil springs, 15" alloy wheels and beige coloured interior.
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Suzuki APV Arena GX (facelift, Indonesia)
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Suzuki APV Arena GX (facelift, Indonesia)
APV Arena Luxury
editThe Luxury variant of the APV Arena was launched in March 2009. It is based on the Arena SGX trim with several exterior makeover. It received a facelift in September 2014 with redesigned grille, bumpers and bigger 17" alloy wheels. Available in either 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
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Suzuki APV Arena SGX Luxury (pre-facelift, Indonesia)
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Suzuki APV Arena SGX Luxury (facelift, Indonesia)
Mega Carry
editThe pickup truck version of the original APV was launched in April 2005 for international market. It became available for its home market in Indonesia in February 2011 as the Mega Carry and was marketed alongside the smaller Carry.[6] The truck is offered in three variants: Standard short deck, Xtra long deck and special order Box model. It is only offered with 5-speed manual transmission. The Carry, Mega Carry, and Carry Futura sales were discontinued in February 2019 and replaced by Carry 1.5.
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Suzuki Carry short deck (Chile)
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Suzuki Mega Carry Xtra long deck (Indonesia)
Mitsubishi Maven
editThe APV was also sold by Mitsubishi Motors in Indonesia from 2005 until 2009 as the Mitsubishi Maven.[7][2] It features minor exterior cosmetic changes, and was also built by Suzuki Indomobil Motor at their production plant.[2]
It was available in two trim levels, GLX and GLS; both powered by a 1468 cc 4G15 SOHC four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 65 kW (87 hp; 88 PS) at 5,750 rpm and 114.7 N⋅m (84.6 lb⋅ft) of torque at 2,750 rpm. The engine was supplied by Mitsubishi's Indonesian engine production partner, PT Mitsubishi Krama Yudha Motors and Manufacturing. The engine was also used in the Colt T120SS, which in turn is a rebadged Carry Futura.[8][9]
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2006 Mitsubishi Maven GLX
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2006 Mitsubishi Maven GLS
Safety
editFrom early 2017 onwards, the APV models in Indonesia were fitted with dual airbags. It is available as standard safety equipment in selected markets, but still lacks of ABS. For the Mega Carry version, it is only available with three-point seat belts.
| Vehicle Category | SMALL TRUCK | |
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| Number Of Airbag | 0 | |
| Score | Rating | |
| Overall | 17.14/100.00 | |
| Adult Occupant Protection | 9.25/36.00 | |
| Frontal Impact | 9.25/16.00 | |
| Side Impact | - | |
| Head Protection Technology | - | |
| Child Occupant Protection | - | - |
| Frontal Impact | - | Not Assessed |
| Side Impact | - | |
| Safety Assist | - | |
| Effective Braking & Avoidance | - | |
| Seatbelt Reminders | - | |
| Blind Spot Technology | - | |
| Advanced SATs | - | |
| ANCAP 2008 Suzuki APV[11] | |
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| Frontal Offset | 7.54/16 |
| Side Impact | 16.00/16 |
| Pole | Not Assessed |
| Whiplash Protection | Not Assessed |
| Pedestrian Protection | Marginal |
| ESC | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Reminders | 0.0/3 |
| Overall Score | 23.54/37 |
| Rating Year/Datestamp: | 2008 |
| Airbags | Dual Frontal |
Sales
edit| Year | Indonesia[12][i] | Malaysia[13][ii] | ||
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| 2004 | 19,545 | |||
| 2005 | 27,882 | 801 | 349 | |
| 2006 | 12,583 | ? | 500 | |
| 2007 | 12,434 | 777 | 331 | |
| 2008 | 19,695 | 627 | 18 | |
| 2009 | 12,555 | 287 | 1 | |
| 2010 | 18,024 | 181 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 18,349 | 11,740 | 18 | 0 |
| 2012 | 15,333 | 15,744 | 0 | |
| 2013 | 14,531 | 19,567 | 0 | |
| 2014 | 10,667 | 21,221 | 6 | |
| 2015 | 6,732 | 17,635 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 6,112 | 13,161 | 2 | |
| 2017 | 5,149 | 12,507 | ||
| 2018 | 3,696 | 15,899 | ||
| 2019 | 3,932 | 1,277 | ||
| 2020 | 3,240 | |||
| 2021 | 2,531 | |||
| 2022 | 2,682 | |||
| 2023 | 3,405 | |||
Notes
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c d "Indomobil Suzuki International (ISI) Starts Production of All Purpose Vehicle (APV)". Global Suzuki (Press release). 23 July 2004. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
- ^ a b c "Suzuki supplies APV for Mitsubishi Motors Corporation on OEM agreement in Indonesia". Global Suzuki (Press release). 9 September 2005. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
- ^ "Design 200414330 - Registration 300679". search.ipaustralia.gov.au. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
- ^ BeritaSatu.com. "SIS Hentikan Produksi Suzuki Mega Carry dan Carry Futura" [SIS Stops Production of Suzuki Mega Carry and Carry Futura]. beritasatu.com (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2021-05-31.
- ^ "Suzuki Starts Export of All Purpose Vehicle "APV" from Indonesia". Global Suzuki (Press release). 19 April 2005. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
- ^ "Suzuki Luncurkan APV Pikap, Mega Carry". Detik Oto (in Indonesian). 2 February 2011.
- ^ "Mitsubishi Motors announces new multi-purpose vehicle for Indonesian market, OEM-supplied by Suzuki". Mitsubishi-Motors.com (Press release). September 15, 2005.[dead link]
- ^ "Mitsubishi Maven, bodi Suzuki APV bermesin Mitsubishi Colt T120SS" [Mitsubishi Maven, Suzuki APV body with Mitsubishi Colt T120SS engine]. otoseken.gridoto.com (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2024-04-09.
- ^ "Review Mitsubishi Maven 2005, Sebuah usaha Pertama Menjegal Toyota Avanza" [2005 Mitsubishi Maven review, first attempt to tackle Toyota Avanza]. cintamobil.com (in Indonesian). 27 February 2019. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
- ^ "SUZUKI CARRY". Aseancap. 2017-12-19. Retrieved 2020-06-30.
- ^ "Suzuki APV (2007 – 2017)". ANCAP. Retrieved 2 May 2021.
- ^ "Indonesian Automobile Industry Data". gaikindo.co.id.
- ^ "Suzuki APV: Popularity over the Years". data.gov.my.