Suzuki has showcased its intention to produce its first-ever Electric Vehicle (EV) with the reveal of the Suzuki eVX Concept at the 2023 Auto Expo in India.

The 2023 Auto Expo in New Delhi, India, has been an important event for Suzuki as we’ve now seen the new Jimny 5-door come to fruition as well as a new Fronx crossover, both of which are destined to reach South Africa in 2023.

However, perhaps more importantly, Suzuki also showcased the eVX Concept which represents the firm’s intention to produce its first-ever Electric Vehicle (EV) with a production version expected to go to market globally in 2025.

The Suzuki eVX Concept is described as a 4×4 SUV that “combines Suzuki’s strong 4×4 DNA with the most advanced features currently available in battery electric vehicles (BEV).”

The eVX Concept is the precursor to more affordable EV’s on the way from Suzuki

The eVX production model will add electric power to Suzuki’s SUV range which currently includes Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) options as well as hybrid technology as is offered in the new Grand Vitara which is due to reach South Africa in 2023.

President of Suzuki, Toshihiro Suzuki said, “I am delighted to unveil the eVX, our first global strategic EV. At the Suzuki Group, addressing global warming is a priority. We are promoting a range of global measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Suzuki will continue providing valuable products to our customers around the world by optimising them for the way different people live and drive.”

The Suzuki eVX Concept measures 4 300 mm in length and stands 1 800 mm wide with a height of 1 600 mm making its slightly larger than the current-generation Suzuki Vitara.

Exact powertrain details are thin at this stage but Suzuki does say that the new Suzuki eVX will be fitted with a 60-kWh battery system and electric motors, presumably one electric motor over each axle, or even better, an electric motor for each wheel, however this detail along with outputs has yet to be confirmed. Furthermore, it promises an electric-only range of 550 km, as measured in the modified Indian driving cycle (MIDC).

We really like the styling of the Suzuki eVX Concept and we think it could be a promising addition to the current crop of EVs on offer and we can only hope that the eVX will eventually make its way to South Africa at a price that more people will be able to afford.

Regarding local availability, Suzuki South Africa commented, “Suzuki Auto South Africa will closely study its final development and its feasibility for the South African market. It will provide more information on this at the global rollout of the production version of the Suzuki eVX from 2025 onwards.”

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