Geneva 2015: Suzuki IK-2 and MI-4 are concepts that preview upcoming series of small and mini models

Suzuki brought to Geneva two concepts to show us the future design language of the company and what models will be available to customers in the coming years.

The first of them, the concept called Suzuki IK-2, foreshadows a small class model scheduled for release in 2016. He presents the design language "Liquid Flow" and plaforma the new subcompact model planned for the future. The IK-2 concept and new engine starts BoosterJet, 1.0-liter direct injection turbo.

Concept dimensions are: length - 4023 mm, width - 1920 mm, height - 1450 mm and wheelbase - 2520 mm. The general appearance of the body will be kept for the production model, replaced conceptual lights and 18-inch wheels.

Underbody new platform concept Suzuki IK-2 Concept is optimized to ensure the highest level of maneuverability, safety and fuel economy possible at the moment for a small class model of this brand. Officials say that in the near future Suzuki will have 3 basic platforms, they will be at the basis of all models of the company.



The second concept Suzuki Geneva, iM-4 previews a crossover mini city that will join the current S-Cross and Vitara. The concept has a very futuristic, with taillights, mirrors and wheels specifically designed to attract the audience at the exhibition. The general appearance of the concept will be taken by the production model, the goal being rivalry with little Fiat Panda 4 × 4.

Under the hood lies the propulsion system called SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki). It combines a turbocharged 1.2-liter petrol with a battery pack can reuse seconded the energy used in braking and deceleration. Thanks to this system, thermal motor load is released in the least economic times of a car engine starts with a gender generator that uses electricity accumulated in batteries.

This concept is likely to become the next generation Suzuki Jimny very, very long awaited by customers that model. He will receive 4 × 4 wheel drive system and will have a high ground clearance to give the driver the opportunity to move even where there is no trace of ordinary roads.