Iconic Suzuki Cappuccino is rumored to be making a comeback.
Get ready for a blast from the past! Gearheads excited by zippy, lightweight sports cars will be thrilled to hear that Suzuki and Toyota are teaming up to develop a brand-new, affordable sports car. This project won’t be a two-horse race – Daihatsu will be joining the party as well. This could even lead to the return of the iconic Suzuki Cappuccino, which has been out of production for over two decades!
Buckle up for a whole new Suzuki Cappuccino! Ditch the memories of the original 657cc engine, because the reborn version will pack a much bigger punch with a 1.3-liter turbo-petrol engine and rear-wheel-drive setup. This powerhouse won’t be exclusive to Suzuki – it’ll also be under the hood of the new Toyota Starlet, although that model will launch only in Japan for now. By the way, Toyota has a different Starlet hatchback in South Africa, but that’s just a rebadged Maruti Baleno.
The new Suzuki Cappuccino will be a head-turner with its open-top roadster design. Measuring in at around 4 meters long, 1.7 meters wide, and 1.2 meters tall, it promises a fun and agile driving experience. The 2,480mm wheelbase suggests there will be enough space for you and a passenger to comfortably cruise along. Gearheads will be happy to hear that both manual and automatic transmissions will be available.
- Hitting the road from 1991 to 1998, the original Suzuki Cappuccino was a Japanese darling. While it cruised primarily on Japanese streets, some lucky drivers in other countries, like India, got to experience its charm too. The Cappuccino was primarily designed for the Japanese market, adhering to Kei car regulations. It wasn’t widely exported, and India likely received a small number of units through private importers.
- Time Since Production: Production ended in 1998, so readily available information online might be scarce.
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However, here are some avenues you can explore to learn more:
- Car Enthusiast Forums: Websites like Team-BHP (an Indian car enthusiast forum) might have discussions or sightings of the Cappuccino in India. Search for “Suzuki Cappuccino India” on such forums.
- Classic Car Clubs: If there are classic car clubs in your area, some members might know imported Cappuccinos.
- Car Import Records: If you’re determined, you could try contacting Indian government agencies responsible for car import records (assuming they’re publicly accessible). This would likely be a complex process.
