The eighth-generation Alto was introduced in Japan in December 2014.
The new Alto was the first Suzuki car designed on a lightweight HEARTECT platform. The conventional models of the new Alto are available in 5 trim levels. The passenger variant is called “F”, “L”, “S” and “X”, plus a commercial van variant called “VP”.
It is also the first Alto that using torsion beam model rear suspension, replacing the old 3-link model (except for all-wheel-drive models).
For the interior, unlike the previous generation, adjustable front seat headrests and 50:50 foldable back seats.
In terms of the exterior, all naturally aspirated models use halogen headlights as standard and 13-inch steel wheels with hubcaps (except “VP”) and “X” with special two-tone colors.
The safety is also upgraded with additional electronic stability control and a collision avoidance system.