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Can Suzuki’s first all-electric crossover justify its price tag in Ireland? Derek Reilly takes the entry-level Suzuki e Vitara Motion (front-wheel drive with the larger 61 kWh battery pack) out for a full test drive and week-long evaluation on Nevo EV Review!
Developed alongside Toyota (the sibling to the Urban Cruiser), the e Vitara combines rugged, utilitarian styling with practical everyday dimensions. Derek examines the exterior scratch-resistant cladding, front charging port, 18-inch wheels, and the sliding rear bench (offering 244L to 310L boot space). Inside, we inspect the manual-adjust cabin, 10.25-inch instrument cluster, 10.1-inch infotainment with smartphone mirroring, and physical single-zone climate controls. Finally, we take it out onto Irish motorways and regional roads to assess motorway noise levels, 45-minute DC charging speeds, and real-world efficiency figures (averaging 19.6 to 22.7 kWh/100km).
Video Chapters
00:00 Intro: Suzuki e-Vitara Motion Trim with Derek Reilly
00:48 Powertrain & Trims: 2WD Motion vs Ultra AllGrip 4×4
01:14 Toyota Collaboration: Urban Cruiser Platform Sharing
01:34 Front Styling: Rugged Scratch-Resistant Bumpers & LED Lighting
02:02 Wheels & Charging: 18-inch Alloys and 45-Minute 10–80% DC Charge
02:44 Irish Pricing Analysis: Motion 61 kWh (€37,000) vs UK Pricing
03:38 Heat Pump & Warranty: 10-Year / 160,000-Mile Coverage
04:05 Boot Practicality: 310L Sliding Bench Expanding to 562L
05:00 Rear Passenger Cabin: 60/40 Split Slide, USB Ports & Headroom
06:40 Front Cockpit Tour: Manual Seats, Gloss Black & Tactile Dials
07:06 Infotainment & Displays: 10.25-inch Cluster & 10.1-inch Touchscreen
07:35 Centre Console: Rotary Gear Dial, Drive Modes & Auto Hold
09:28 Real-World Efficiency: 22.7 kWh/100km Average & Under 300 km Range
10:30 Nevo EV Show 2026 Announcement: RDS Simmonscourt (Nov 7–8)
11:05 Dimensions & Road Specs: 4.27m Length and 185mm Ground Clearance
11:45 Test Drive Begins: D-Shaped Steering Wheel & Throttle Response
12:58 Braking Dynamics: Lack of One-Pedal Drive & Regenerative Modes
13:48 Motorway Run: 100–120 km/h Noise Levels and Acoustic Buffering
14:40 Final Verdict: Pricing Challenges on the Irish Market and Outro
Top Features of the Suzuki e-Vitara
Toyota Joint Development Platform: Engineered in collaboration with Toyota, sharing key structural architecture, drive units, and rugged styling with the Urban Cruiser.
Two Battery Options (49 kWh & 61 kWh): Offered with a standard 49 kWh pack or a long-range 61 kWh battery delivering 344 km WLTP range on front-wheel drive Motion models, backed by an AllGrip 4×4 twin-motor option on the Ultra trim.
Sliding Rear Bench Practicality: Features a 60/40 sliding rear seat base that adjusts luggage capacity between 244 and 310 litres (expanding to 562 litres with seats flat), complemented by a folding ski hatch armrest.
Standard Efficiency Heat Pump: Includes an energy-saving heat pump as standard equipment across the range to preserve winter driving range without extra option costs.
10-Year Manufacturer Warranty: Backed by Suzuki’s comprehensive 10-year / 160,000-mile service-activated warranty programme for long-term ownership peace of mind.
Durable, Utilitarian Exterior Styling: Features heavy-duty scratch-resistant lower cladding, integrated front parking sensors, LED daytime running lights, rear privacy glass, and 185 mm of ground clearance.
Dual Digital Displays with Physical Controls: Combines a 10.25-inch digital driver cluster and 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen (Apple CarPlay / Android Auto) with tactile rotary knobs and physical toggle switches for climate and drive settings.
Robust Towing & Snow Mode: Provides rated towing capability up to 750 kg alongside dedicated electronic Snow and multi-stage regenerative braking modes.
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