Suzuki iM-4 concept to enter production?

Suzuki showcased the iK-2 and iM-4 concepts at the Geneva motor show. The iM-4 is was a concept designed to preview a future compact SUV and a recent report now suggests that the iM-4 will move from a concept to a production model as the executives at Suzuki have given it the greenlight to enter production.

According to the report by Auto Express, the crossover will make its debut in 2018 and will be powered by naturally aspirated and turbo-charged petrol engines. The production iM-4 could be offered in both two and four wheel drive guises, with prices expected to start around £11,000 (approximately INR 11 lakh).

The source states the iM-4 is almost production ready and that there will be very few changes to the concept car’s styling. The car is expected to be powered by a 1.2L dualjet engine along with the 1.0L "Boosterjet" direct-injection turbo petrol engine. A hybrid variant could be on the books as well.

Whether or not the production iM-4 makes it to emerging markets such as India, only time will tell. For now, India will see the launch of the YBA / Vitara Brezza and the Across.