Suzuki plans 17 models for 2018 Auto Expo

Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL), the subsidiary of two-wheeler manufacturer Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation, has announced that it will showcase 17 models, both in scooters as well as the motorcycle segment at the 2018 Auto Expo.

The company says its pavilion in Hall No. 2 at the Auto Expo is designed to deliver a premium lifestyle experience to visitors, having recently announced a realigning of its product strategy.

Satoshi Uchida, managing director, Suzuki Motorcycle India, said: “At Suzuki, we believe in creating value added products. Be it our motorcycles, or our scooters; sophisticated design, youthful appearance and superior performances are the benchmarks on which Suzuki is renowned for. At this Auto Expo, we want to take this a notch higher. Not only will we be strengthening our existing strongholds, but we will also be entering new and exciting segments with products that will be the cornerstone to our objective of achieving the Mission 1 million by 2020.”

The company says its biggest attractions on display will be the Suzuki Ecstar Moto GP race bike – the GSX-RR, the Gixxer Cup racing model, the motocross variants – the 2018 Suzuki RM-Z450, the 2018 Suzuki RM-Z250; and the 2018 Suzuki DR-Z70.

On domestic front, the Access, the Gixxer and the newly launched Intruder, the symbol of its renewed focus on the premium scooters and motorcycle segments will be available to visitors for touch and feel. The new Intruder would be displayed in both the colours - Metallic Oort/Metallic Matt Black No 2, and Glass Sparkle Black/Metallic Matt Titanium Silver. 

The company says Auto Expo will also see Suzuki reiterate its commitment of delivering two new products for the Indian-market every year.