Suzuki yesterday introduced the global all-new Carry at
IIMS 2019. Indonesia is the redesigned model's first market, and from there, it
will be exported to Suzuki carry nearly 100 countries and regions. Suzuki started exporting the Carry
from Japan in 1976. Its toughness, comfort and load carrying capacity have made
it a worldwide hit. Currently, it is sold in 145 countries around the globe and
accounts for over two million unit sales.
The 2019 Suzuki Carry features a more stylish design.
Where the old model appeared rounded, the new generation model is straight and
sharp, particularly with respect to the front grille and headlamps. It measures
4,195 mm in length, and of that, 2,205 mm is the wheelbase. The width and
height vary as per the version selected: Flat Deck and Wide Deck. The Flat Deck
version is 1,675 mm wide and 1,870 mm tall, while the Wide Deck version is
1,765 mm wide and 1,910 mm tall.
The length, width and height of the load bay are
2,505 mm, 1,665 mm (Flat Deck)/1,745 mm (Wide Deck) and 360 mm (Flat Deck)/425
mm (Wide Deck) respectively. The Wide Deck version's load bay, unlike that of
the Flat Deck version, can be opened from three sides. The 3-seat small
commercial vehicle is powered by the K15B-C 1.5-litre petrol engine, presumably
a derivative of the Maruti Ciaz and Maruti Ertiga's K15B unit. This engine
produces 97 PS at 5,600 rpm and 135 Nm of torque at 4,400 rpm. It is paired
with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The new generation Suzuki Carry can carry a cargo of
up to 1 tonne. It has a wider cabin that can accommodate up to 3 people. The
interior design is good enough for a vehicle its type. There are many storage
areas inside the cabin, which adds to the practicality of the vehicle. The
driver's seat is adjustable, and the key features include power steering, air
conditioning and audio system as well.
The all-new Suzuki Carry have three
color choices namely white, silver and black. The price tag varies from IDR 135.6
million for flat decks, IDR 144.1 million for flat decks AC / PS, IDR 136 million
for wide deck types and IDR 145.1 million for wide deck AC / PS.