21 March 2023 – Bangkok – Mr. Minoru Amano, President of Suzuki Motor (Thailand) said the Thai automotive industry is now back on track and is becoming livelier after averting crises in various aspects in the past 2-3 years. The upcoming 44th Bangkok International Motor Show, scheduled to be from 22 March – 2 April 2023 at the Challenger Halls, Impact Muang Thong Thani will be another important factor to help stimulate the automobile market in Thailand, creating an inducive atmosphere for purchases and generating more growth.
The theme for the Bangkok International Motor Show 2023 is “COLORFUL EXPERIENCE”, highlighting the importance of experience building through modern automotive technologies which coincides with Suzuki’s concept of always bringing to the table diverse and unique options which can be seen in all of its products, all of which have been developed and modified to guarantee fresh and best choices for visitors at the event.
Suzuki Motor (Thailand) has put on display all of its models, where visitors will get a glimpse of Suzuki’s only DNA, along with the modern and unique designs in all of its vehicles, which come equipped with a great driving performance and agility, perfect in the style of a CITY CAR that represents each driver’s identity and individual lifestyle.
Suzuki is putting on display all of its available models at the upcoming Motor Show. But the highlight of this event for Suzuki is the showcasing of two of its newest models – the SUZUKI SWIFT GL NEXT and SUZUKI CELERIO GL UP, both of which have been adorned with limited edition accessories to meet the demands of various groups of drivers but with a mix of a fun driving experience. This not only adds more options for drivers but meets the demands of different lifestyle.
Mr. Amano further noted, although the automotive market in Thailand has faced some hardships in the past year, but through Suzuki’s most important strategy of showcasing energy efficient vehicles which drivers can easily become an owner of and providing customers with an automotive to help uplift the quality of life and safety, Suzuki is thriving to reflect its ambitions to present products and services that best fit the way of life of every consumer. Last year, Suzuki secured an overall sales of 20,083 units, in which some of the figures can be attributed to the reservations made at the Bangkok International Motor Show in 2022. And with the improving situation and purchasing atmosphere, Suzuki believes both will help stimulate the automotive market to become more lively which will assist Suzuki in reaching its overall sales target of 27,000 units for 2023.
Mr. Wallop Treererkngam, Executive Vice President of Suzuki Motor (Thailand), meanwhile expressed that all visitors at the 44th Bangkok International Motor Show will get the chance to experience every car model from Suzuki, along with a surprise campaign to reserve a special model at the event.
The spotlight will also be on the “SUZUKI SWIFT GL NEXT – Next to the Edge: The fun of driving beyond any limit”, which is an extended version from the SWIFT GL, the basis for the success of other accessorized models, reeling in palpable popularity for the Swift. This model is even special with the especially designed accessories created just for Suzuki’s customers.
The “SUZUKI SWIFT GL NEXT – Next to the Edge: The fun of driving beyond any limit” has a new ulterior design of full body skirt, GL Next Edition stickers to showoff its uniqueness, emphasising the different feel drivers can only experience witht this model.
The model is installed with Kevlar interior decorations on the console and door panels. It is also equipped with the new 7-inch touchscreen and stereo system that is MP3 and WMA compatible, with Bluetooth and smartphone connections, so drivers will never again miss any calls through any journey. Pricing will start at only 582,000 baht.
The “SUZUKI CELERIO GL UP: Fun with Style, Comfort and Great Value”, is set to become the next model for the most cost efficient CITY CAR with outstanding performance all around. Suzuki would like to take this opportunity to present this compact car with beyond par quality to everyone today. As the vehicle is not only value efficient but is fully accessorised with a full body skirt, rear spoiler and GL UP Edition stickers. Pricing will start at only 423,000 baht.
As a compact car that is value efficient and great for all purposes, the model is not only perfect for youths and young adults, but has become another top choice as a small family car. The interior design has been modified to cater to a more all-rounded purpose. The SUZUKI CELERIO GX is equipped with 7-inch and a stereo that is MP3 and WMA compatible, as well as Bluetooth and Apply Carplay and Android Auto capable. Pricing will be at 451,000 baht.
SUZUKI CELERIO, a compact car with beyond par quality is packed with power and agility, as well as great driving performance and efficient fuel economization at 20 km./liter, making the vehicle very eco-friendly. The model comes in 4 colors of white, red, grey and black.
Additionally, visitors would still be able to shop around for Suzuki’s other popular models, including the “SUZUKI ERTIGA SMART HYBRID – The Power of Smart, Full Functionality and Smart Hybrid System”, an MPV installed with the SMART HYBRID engine that comes with Suzuki’s innovative technology of SHVS. The system has an Integrated Starter Generator or ISG and Lithium-ION battery which helps generate a fuel economization of 17.9 km./ liter, while ensuring that the starting off is smooth and soft. With only 134 grams/ km. of carbon dioxide emissions and easy maintenance that is no different from that of a Benzyne engine, the model is easy to operate and use as it comes with a 5-year battery guarantee. Pricing for the model begins at 783,000 baht.
SUZUKI CIAZ, the premium eco-sedan, meanwhile, has continued to be well received among drivers. The vehicle has been slightly modified to maintain its sports-car-like attributes and installed with top notch equipment to provide the highest comfort. Drivers interested in the Suzuki Ciaz can purchase the model at starting price of 528,000 baht.
SUZUKI XL7, the 7-seater crossover family car which has the dimension of 4,450 mm in length, width of 1,775 mm and height of 1,710 mm and Ground clearance of 200 mm, provides the perfect driving vision and great driving performance. The model is fully equipped with great functions and great pricing of 814,000 baht.
The multi-purpose pickup truck SUZUKI CARRY which has been designed for modifications to fit every lifestyle, will no longer be remembered as just a “Food Truck” or only a business on wheels, but a “Goods Truck”, in which the vehicle can be transformed into an automobile for societal needs. Furthermore, the pickup can be turned into a personal happy vehicle, an important partner for every journey that leads to every success together. The price of the Suzuki Carry is only 395,000 baht.
At Suzuki’s ‘Customized’ zone, visitors will be able to enjoy various models on display. This will provide creative ideas for drivers who like to accessorize their rides. Once again, Suzuki is proud to present a fully accessorized SUZUKI CARRY into a ‘mobile fruit store’ where fresh fruits can be served to consumers in every corner of the city. The model has been designed with a space to carry fresh fruits and a display area to deliver ready-to-eat fresh fruits straight into customers’ hands. This modification is perfect for entrepreneurs wishing to sell fruits on the go or at a flea market.
The display shows that the SUZUKI CARRY can make any dreams come true, a clear reiteration of the concept of “Carry Your through Every Journey”. Suzuki aims to turn the Suzuki Carry into a pickup of dreams, the perfect fit for business and personal uses, as well as to be turned into an automotive that can assist the society and the number one vehicle for modern entrepreneurs.
What makes this Motor Show more special is the surprise prepared for visitors. After its official launch in March of 2019, the “Suzuki JIMNY” had created the “JIMNY Fever!”, in which online reservations of the first 90 units of the model were fully booked in on 6 days. Especially The Suzuki JIMNY Limited version brought about the biggest phenomenon during which all of its 30 units were reserved in only 3 hours.
Suzuki has decided to bring back the JIMNY Fever! again, as it plans to provide an opportunity for those interested in becoming an owner of this small off-road vehicle to register for the chance to purchase the car. Only 50 units will be available up for grabs under a starting price of 1,760,000 baht. Registration period is during 21 March 2023 at 16.30 hrs. – 2 April 2023 at 22.00 hrs. No reservation fee of any kind is required. Suzuki will then draw 50 lucky winners among those registered and announce the winners through www.suzuki.co.th on 5 April 2023. For more information on the campaign, please contact the Suzuki Booth or any Suzuki showroom nationwide. Suzuki is expecting the event to draw in a large crowd of interested buyers for the luck draw.
And don’t miss out on the launching of the “SUZUKI SMART DEAL” campaign; Suzuki’s special offers to ensure that anyone can become an owner of a Suzuki car even easier. All reservations made on any Suzuki vehicles will receive FREE 1-year first class insurance, along with an option of 0% interest rates or an assistance with monthly installments for 10 straight months. On top of it all, buyers of the SUZUKI CELERIO will receive an option of monthly installments starting at 1,999 baht/month.
Mr. Wallop finally added that all of Suzuki products have been designed to cater to the needs of every group of customers. Suzuki is also determined to further advance its products and services continuously to better serve its customers. Suzuki is also backed by a strong network of dealerships ready to move forward and grow together. Furthermore, Suzuki is allied with leading national financial institutions which can provide exclusive leasing offers for Suzuki consumers to assure that one can own a Suzuki car with greater ease. Such financial organizations include Kiatnakin Phatra Bank, Kasikorn Thai Leasing, Thanachart Bank and Tisco Bank.
Nonetheless, Suzuki has a strong desire that all of its consumers are provided with an easy access to great quality products and services, both before and after sales services. Through this emphasis, Suzuki is not solely focused on creating growth but to build Suzuki into a brand every customer can trust in and will stand with Thai people sustainably. This if of course, in line with Suzuki’s project of “SUZUKI Cause We Care – More than care is the understanding of every need”.
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www.suzuki.co.th
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Promotions for the 44th Bangkok International Motor Show: 20 March – 2 April 2023
SUZUKI SWIFT
- Option of 0% interest rates;
- OR option of assistance with monthly installments for 10 months: 4,000 baht/month for the GL and GLX models and 3,500 baht/month for the GL NEXT;
- OR option of month installments starting at 3,333 bath/month with a discount on car accessories up to 40,000 baht for the GL and GLX models and up to 35,000 baht for the GL NEXT;
- FREE 1-year first class insurance and 24-hour emergency service for 3 years
SUZUKI CIAZ
- Option of month installments starting at 3,777 baht and a discount on car accessories up to 50,000 baht;
- OR option of 0% interest rates;
- FREE 1-year first class insurance and 24-hour emergency service for 3 years
SUZUKI XL7
- Option of 0% interest rates;
- OR option of a discount on car accessories up to 40,000 baht;
- FREE 1-year first class insurance and 24-hour emergency service for 3 years
SUZUKI CELERIO
- Option of 90-day free driving*;
- OR option of monthly installments starting at 1,999 baht/month*;
- Include a discount on car accessories up to 10,000 baht for the GA, GL and GX models and up to 5,000 baht for the GL UP;
- FREE 1-year first class insurance and 24-hour emergency service for 3 years
SUZUKI CARRY
- Option of a discount on car accessories up to 10,000 baht;
- OR option of special interest rates of 1.89%;
- FREE 1-year first class insurance
SUZUKI ERTIGA SMART HYBRID
- Option of special interest rates of 1.39%;
- OR option of monthly installments starting at 5,888 baht/month and a discount on car accessories up to 20,000 baht;
- FREE 1-year first class insurance and 24-hour emergency service for 3 years
