Suzuki has given its Every kei van a light facelift for the new model year, updating the front bumper and grille while adding more technology and safety features.
The base PA trim starts at ¥1,343,100 ($8,400) in Japan, equipped with a five-speed manual gearbox and manual crank windows to keep costs low and reliability high.
Exterior Updates and Trim Levels
The visual changes are concentrated at the front, with a redesigned bumper and a thicker grille that soften the utilitarian look.
The Join trim adds a chrome insert above the grille for a more polished appearance.
The Every Wagon gets darkened headlights, a more aggressive bodykit, larger grille, sharper bumper intakes, deeper side skirts, and a roof spoiler.
Alloy wheels replace steelies, and retractable side steps are optional.
The J Limited flagship trim features a glossy black front bumper to match the hubcaps, mirrors, pillars, door handles, and Suzuki badges.
It retains outdoorsy decals and exclusive paint choices, along with an accessory catalog for camping.
Interior and Technology Upgrades
Inside, an all-black theme helps hide stains. Analogue dials are replaced by a digital instrument cluster, now standard across the range.
An optional 9-inch infotainment display includes built-in navigation, a 360-degree camera, and a heated steering wheel.
Safety improvements include the Dual Sensor Brake Support II system with upgraded radar and monocular camera.
The ADAS suite also features Adaptive Cruise Control, Active Lane-Departure Prevention, and parking sensors.
A specialized damping mastic sealer between the roof panels suppresses booming noise and cabin vibrations.
The van is available in two-seater and four-seater versions with flat folding rear seats. Cargo bay LED lighting is now standard.
Suzuki says the 3,395 mm (133.7 inches) long van can hold 40 standard Japanese beer cases, or two child seats alongside a pair of strollers.
The entry-level PA trim keeps manual crank windows to hold the price down and reduce potential repairs over a long fleet life.
Powertrain and Drivetrain Options
The Every rides on a mid-engined layout shared with the recently facelifted Carry and Super Carry kei trucks.
It is mechanically identical to the Nissan Clipper Van, Mitsubishi Minicab Van, and Mazda Scrum Van.
Power comes from a 660cc three-cylinder engine in two non-electrified states of tune.
The naturally aspirated version produces 48 hp (36 kW / 49 PS) and pairs with either a five-speed manual or a CVT.
The turbocharged unit outputs 63 hp (47 kW / 64 PS) and is CVT-only.
Both engines can be had with rear-wheel drive or part-time four-wheel drive.
The fully electric Suzuki e-Every is a different vehicle, rebadged from the Daihatsu e-Hijet Cargo and Toyota Pixis Van BEV, riding on its own platform.
Pricing and Competition
The base PA trim with rear-wheel drive and manual gearbox starts at ¥1,343,100 ($8,400).
The cheapest 4WD lists at ¥1,475,100 ($9,300), while the most affordable turbocharged variant starts at ¥1,775,400 ($11,200).
The J Limited turbo 4WD is priced at ¥2,132,900 ($13,400), and the top-spec Every Wagon PZ Turbo Special with high-roof body tops the range at ¥2,264,900 ($14,200).
The electric e-Every starts at ¥3,146,000 ($19,800), more than double the base combustion model.
In Japan, the Every competes with its badge-engineered siblings from Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Mazda, as well as the Daihatsu Hijet Cargo and Attrai, Toyota Pixis Van, and Subaru Sambar Van triplets.
