Just like the Japanese, Filipinos all over the country love the Suzuki Carry. It’s really affordable, very easy to fix, and is very economical to run and maintain. And as a vehicle model, it’s pretty versatile and can become anything you want it to. Also, note that the model itself is pretty well established with the first generation initially introduced in 1961.
The catch, however, is that it hasn’t had a real update since its 10th generation models in 1999, at least here in the Philippines. As such, we had to make do with exported, refurbished units before the eighth generation models were made available here way back in October 2016 and even those, despite being larger, had the same-ish power output.
1. Suzuki Philippines confirms all-new Carry’s launch
As we’ve reported before, the Indonesian division of Suzuki, called Suzuki Indomobil Motor, has already released the DC61T/DN61T, or the 2019 version of the 11th generation Suzuki Carry.
While initially launched in Indonesia, Suzuki had plans to export the nifty and new Carry to 100 countries, including the Philippines. And recently, Suzuki Philippines has revealed that the new and improved 2020 Suzuki Carry will indeed be coming to our shores by the end of September.
So if you’re in the market for a reliable and affordable hauler, we might hazard a guess that you’ll be pretty interested in the new Suzuki Carry.
The upcoming 2020 Suzuki Carry is a much larger vehicle than its predecessor
2. Suzuki Carry 2020: What we know of its specs
Despite having a simple, utilitarian exterior design, the all-new Carry has apparently grown up significantly. Instead of having the usual sub-1-liter engine that its predecessors had, the new Carry now comes with a 1.5-liter K15B-C gasoline engine.
The said engine has double overhead cams, 16 valves, is an inline-4 and will be able to make around 96 horsepower and 135 nm of torque which is obviously a very huge improvement.
And in lieu of the more powerful engine, it also comes with a much larger 43-liter fuel tank. Also, if we go by the one released in Indonesia, the Philippines spec Suzuki Carry will also have a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Affordable, tough, and it can now fit three people in its cab. A pretty decent update indeed!
Apart from having more power under the hood, or rather, under the cab, the all-new Carry has also grown in size. It now measures 4,195 mm long, 1765 mm wide, and has a wheelbase of 2,205 mm. This means it now has more room for cargo and its cab can now fit three adults with a decent amount of legroom.
Also, note that the pick-up versions of the new Carry can now haul up to a ton of cargo which is due to its front MacPherson-strut suspension and it's a rear leaf-rigid-axle suspension.
That also means that while being very rigid and bouncy when unladen, the all-new Suzuki Carry can actually take all sorts of punishment from harsh terrain. This is quite a boon for people who are in need of an affordable yet tough cargo vehicle that can take on bad roads and sketchy terrain on the regular.
So are you excited about the new Suzuki Carry? For more automotive news and the latest car reviews, please keep reading here on Philkotse.com.
Know more about Suzuki Carry 2024
The Suzuki Carry 2024 is the Japanese marque's entry to the commercial vehicle (CV) segment. It is available in various configurations and the Suzuki Carry 2024 starting price of Php 614,000 for the Cab and Chassis option. Powering this CV across the range is a 1.5-liter K15B gasoline engine capable of delivering 95 hp and 135 Nm of torque. This engine is connected to a 5-speed manual transmission as standard.
Dimensions-wise, the Carry Utility Van Body (UV) and the Lineman (LV) span 4,344 mm in length and 1,765 mm in width. The Utilivan is 2,030 mm in height, while the Lineman is 2,515mm in height with its ladder rack. Meanwhile, the Carry Truck is 4,195 mm long, 1,765 mm wide, and 1,910 mm high. As for the Carry Cargo Van Body (CV), this configuration has a length of 4,237 mm, a width of 1,765 mm, and a height of 2,167 mm. In the Philippines, this CV is competing against the likes of the Mitsubishi L300, Isuzu Traviz, and Kia K2500.
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Suzuki Carry Launch
The first-generation Suzuki Carry was launched in 1961. It was available under different names in several countries and was the only vehicle sold with Ford and Chevrolet badges.
In September 2019, Suzuki Philippines Incorporated released the 11th generation of this applauded working automobile. Worldwide, it is marketed as the Bedford Rascal in the United Kingdom, the GME Rascal in France, the Chevrolet CMV/CMP in Central America, the Holden Scurry in Australia, the Maruti Omni and Maruti Versa in India, etc.
Suzuki Carry Exterior
The Suzuki Carry 2024 is designed to meet the needs of new and established businesses all across the globe. Its cargo bed has been engineered to be 75mm wider and 365mm longer than previous releases, allowing more space. Its height is low, making loading easier.
To secure your load, 22 rope hooks are strategically distributed around the entire rustproof cargo bed.
The Suzuki Carry Utility Van 1.5 GL 2020 measures 4,344mm long, 1,765mm, and 2,030mm wide. Other variants such as The Suzuki Carry Cab and Chassis 1.5L 2020 and the Suzuki Carry Truck 1.5L 2020 share the same dimensions of 4,195mm long, 1,765mm wide, and a height of 1,910mm. The Suzuki Carry Cargo Van 1.5L 2020 has a length of 4,237mm, 1765mm width, and a height of 2,167mm.
All variants have a loading capacity of 940 kilograms with a wheelbase of 2,205mm.
Suzuki Carry Interior
The interior of the Suzuki Carry is dominated by black. The dashboard and panels are made from top-of-the-line plastic materials.
Space is not a problem as this working vehicle is spacious. It offers extra space for your shoulder and head providing comfort to passengers. There is also a decent distance between the pedal for acceleration and the hip point, making long driving a breeze.
Technology & Safety Features
As a relatively affordable CV, the Suzuki Carry doesn't have a lot of technology and safety features. This model comes with a 1DIN audio system with speakers, while the only safety bit is the seatbelts.
Suzuki Carry Platform & Chassis
This affordable, rear-wheel-drive commercial vehicle offers two to 14 seats depending on the variant. Its short wheelbase layout is ideal as it produces a good turning radius of 4.4 meters. Maneuvering in and out of narrow roads and challenging corners is easy as it doesn’t need to make a three-point turn.
Engine & Drivetrain
All variants of the Suzuki Carry are powered using a K158 1.5L L, four-cylinder gasoline engine. It can produce 96hp with a torque of 135 Nm.
The biggest advantage of the Suzuki Carry is its affordable pricing, while some might consider its lack of a diesel powertrain a disadvantage, unlike its rivals such as the Isuzu Traviz and Mitsubishi L300.
Suzuki Carry 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Suzuki Carry 2024 price in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Suzuki Carry Cab and Chassis 1.5L | ₱614,000 |
| Suzuki Carry Truck 1.5L | ₱642,000 |
| Suzuki Carry Cargo Van 1.5L | ₱699,000 |
| Suzuki Carry Utility Van 1.5L | ₱739,000 |
| Suzuki Carry Lineman Vehicle 1.5L | ₱798,000 |
Suzuki Carry Pros & Cons
Pros
- Modern front-end styling
- Efficient powertrain
- Affordable pricing
Cons
- Use of a gas engine can be an issue for some
- Lack of safety features
- Delivers the least torque in its class
Suzuki Carry FAQs
1. How much does a Suzuki Carry cost?
This commercial vehicle of Suzuki costs Php 614,000 - Php 798,000 depending on the configuration.
2. What type of vehicle is a Suzuki Carry?
It is a microvan, light commercial vehicle (CV).
3. How much weight can a Suzuki Carry carry?
It can carry about 940kg including passengers. So Suzuki Carry is really a strong carrying vehicle.
4. How many seats does a Suzuki Carry have?
It has 2 seats in front.
5. Name some CVs in the same segment as Suzuki Carry.
In the Philippines market, Suzuki Carry has some competitors in the same segment as Mitsubishi L300, Isuzu Traviz, Kia K2500.
₱ 614,000 - ₱ 798,000
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