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Toyota and Honda are not the only ones to bring small cars to the Delhi Auto Show. Suzuki has also revealed the R3 MPV Concept. The R3 is built on the SX4 platform and will go into production in 2012. The R3 will be powered by a choice of 1.2 and 1.4-liter gasoline engines, with a Fiat-derived 1.3-liter diesel one also a possibility.  The 6-seater Concept MPV is an all-new compact vehicle completely different from any of the existing cars from the Maruti Suzuki family and hitherto unseen at any auto international show. Concept R3 has been conceptualized, designed and built from the scratch by a team of talented Indian designers in India over a short time span of nine months. It represents the next level of skill enhancement of Maruti Suzuki engineers. Press release after the jump. Press release Suzuki Motor Corporation is pleased to announce that its Indian automobile production subsidiary, Maruti Suzuki India, will be exhibiting the following vehicles at Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi (to be held from 5 to 11 January 2010*): Concept model: R3  The Indian market is changing rapidly and consumer lifestyles evolving fast. To cater to one such market need, Maruti Suzuki has developed a concept car, R3. The Concept R3 model is a Compact Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV) for such people. Designed by Maruti Suzuki India’s Research and Development Department, it combines compact dimensions with a stylish profiling. The Concept compact MPV accommodates six people in three rows. Reference exhibits (eco-vehicles): SX4 Hybrid and Eeco Electric Vehicle Maruti Suzuki India is taking part in an Indian government project that promotes hybrid and electric vehicles. Production models and other reference exhibitsMaruti Suzuki India will be showing 16 other automobiles including ten production models (13 units in total) and two reference exhibits: the Kizashi and SX4 Hatchback (three units in total).  18 comments: Suzuki R3 MPV Concept R3 is the very promising and futuristic MPV that I’ve seen. Overall, it is above average and could beat their record sales if it’ll proceed to production.
 Everything about this is a proof of innovative technology. This is exactly the car I want as it seems versatile too.
 The car is very roomy that can hold up to six passengers. This concept is unique and completely different from any other Suzuki cars.
 This concept is very intriguing on its final outlook! It seems so impressive, and I noticed that the interior had a futuristic touch. Anyway, what’s the figure performance of this? And when will be the debut of this?
 Cool interior and exterior! Such an impressive concept, I will surely wait on this one. I really want to see this in person.
 Impressive styling and color.  even the black and white interior touch seems so awesome on it but I must say that, I either would prefer Skoda Roomster.
 I agree with you, the Kizashi would of been better if it had an engine with more torque. I think though for day-to-day driving it’s better to have a more broad torque curve than a peaky one. It can get annoying to have a motor you have to spin to 5,000+ rpm before it wants to get moving.
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07.3.2012 @ 00:49