Suzuki’s current lineup now includes two different crossovers carrying the Across name. One debuted late last year and is aimed at developing markets, such as the India-built Suzuki Vitara.
The other is made only for Europe. That model was introduced in 2020 and was based on the fifth-generation Toyota RAV4.
At the beginning of this year, the European Suzuki Across moved into its second generation. As expected, it is based on the newest RAV4.
Sales of the new Suzuki have now started in Europe, with buyers in the Netherlands getting it first. As before, European market vehicles come from Japan.
A More Rugged Version Of The RAV4
The previous European Suzuki Across differed from its Toyota donor mainly through the design of the front end, which followed the style of the older Chinese market Toyota Wildlander. The new generation, however, is almost a direct copy of the original Toyota, apart from Suzuki badges and markings.
There is one important detail. European buyers have not yet seen this exact RAV4 version from Toyota.
The new Suzuki Across is based on the more rugged RAV4 variant that is not sold in Europe. In the United States, this version is called Woodland, while in Japan it is known as Adventure.
The main visual differences include a more massive front bumper with a pronounced central element and a grille with horizontal slats. The standard European RAV4 uses a frameless, honeycomb-style grille. According to available data, the new Across is 181.9 inches long, compared with 182.5 inches for the previous version. The wheelbase remains unchanged at 105.9 inches.
Plug-In Hybrid Power Comes Standard
The new Suzuki Across is currently available in Europe only as an all-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid. Naturally, the technical setup comes from the corresponding RAV4.
The powertrain includes a naturally aspirated 152 cubic inch gasoline engine, an electromechanical CVT, two electric motors, and a 22.7 kWh battery. Total system output is 304 hp.
Toyota offers a broader RAV4 lineup in Europe. Buyers can choose front-wheel-drive versions and regular hybrids without external charging capability, while Suzuki keeps the Across focused on the plug-in hybrid setup.
One Well-Equipped Version For The Netherlands
In the Netherlands, the Suzuki Across is offered in a single, well-equipped Style trim. Standard equipment includes 18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 12.9-inch infotainment screen.
The equipment list also includes a head-up display, wireless charging, a heated steering wheel, heated seats, a 360-degree camera system, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and lane keeping assistance. A panoramic roof is available as an option.
The new Suzuki Across costs about $57,000 in the Netherlands. For comparison, the Toyota RAV4 PHEV with all-wheel drive starts at about $57,300, while the front-wheel drive version begins at about $54,000. The second-generation Suzuki Across is expected to reach other European markets during the summer.
This article originally appeared on Autorepublika.com and has been republished with permission by Guessing Headlights. AI-assisted translation was used, followed by human editing and review.