Suzuki Xbee
| Suzuki Xbee | |
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Suzuki Xbee (MN71S, pre-facelift) | |
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| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
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| Production | December 2017 – present |
| Assembly | Japan: Makinohara, Shizuoka (Sagara plant) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Crossover city car |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
| Platform | HEARTECT |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | 12-volt mild hybrid |
| Battery | 3-Ah lithium-ion |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,435 mm (95.9 in) |
| Length | 3,760 mm (148.0 in) |
| Width | 1,670 mm (65.7 in) |
| Height | 1,705 mm (67.1 in) |
| Kerb weight | 960–1,030 kg (2,116–2,271 lb) |
The Suzuki Xbee (Japanese: スズキ・クロスビー, Hepburn: Suzuki Kurosubī) (pronounced "Crossbee") is a crossover city car produced by the Japanese carmaker Suzuki since December 2017 sold exclusively in Japan.[1]
Overview
The Xbee made its world premiere at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show.[2] Although being similar in styling to the Hustler kei car, they do not share the same mechanical parts. Instead, the larger Xbee uses the HEARTECT platform that is shared with the second-generation Ignis and third-generation Solio.[3]
The Xbee is only available with a mild hybrid powertrain coupled to a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The four-wheel drive model is also equipped with hill descent control, which limits the speed to 7 km/h (4 mph) when engaged.[4]
A lightly facelifted model was unveiled on 13 July 2022.[5][6] This model received redesigned alloy wheels and a front grille with a central, double chrome bar, while the colors were changed and equipment levels changed somewhat. From December 2023, responding to new legal requirements, the Xbee was fitted with a reversing camera.[7]
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Xbee Hybrid MZ (MN71S, 2022 facelift)
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Rear view (MN71S, 2017–2025)
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Interior (MN71S, 2017–2025)
2025 facelift
The Xbee received a major facelift in October 2025 with a boxier appearance. The interior was also refreshed with new dashboard, steering wheel, digital instrument cluster, door panels, instrument cluster, seat upholstery and additional electronic parking brake for the top model. The powertrain was also changed to a naturally aspirated 1.2 L Z12E engine and combined to a CVT, shared with Swift and Solio.[8]
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Xbee Hybrid MZ (MND1S, 2025 facelift)
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Rear view (MND1S, 2025 facelift)
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Interior (MND1S, 2025 facelift)
Powertrain
| Model | Engine/motor | Displacement/type | Power | Torque | Transmission | Year |
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| MN71S | K10C turbo I3 + WA05A ISG |
1.0 L + 12-volt MHEV |
99 PS (73 kW; 98 hp) at 5,500 rpm + 3.1 PS (2.3 kW; 3.1 hp) at 1,000 rpm |
150 N⋅m (15.3 kg⋅m; 111 lb⋅ft) at 1,700–4,000 rpm + 50 N⋅m (5 kg⋅m; 37 lb⋅ft) at 100 rpm |
6-speed automatic | 2017–2025 |
| MND1S | Z12E I3 + WA06D ISG |
1.2 L + 12-volt MHEV |
80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) at 5,700 rpm + 3.1 PS (2.3 kW; 3.1 hp) at 1,100 rpm |
108 N⋅m (11.0 kg⋅m; 79.7 lb⋅ft) at 4,500 rpm + 60 N⋅m (6 kg⋅m; 44 lb⋅ft) at 100 rpm |
CVT | 2025–present |
Sales
| Year | Japan[9] |
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| 2017 | 1,586 |
| 2018 | 30,624 |
| 2019 | 24,108 |
| 2020 | 15,546 |
| 2021 | 12,401 |
| 2022 | 12,315 |
| 2023 | 13,356 |
| 2024 | 12,592 |
See also
References
- ^ Bruce, Chris (27 December 2017). "Suzuki Xbee Is The Quirky, AWD Hybrid Crossover You Can't Have". Motor1. US: Motorsport Network. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ "45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017". Suzuki Motor Corporation Official Website. Japan: Suzuki. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ Tomioka, Ko (27 December 2017). "スズキ｢クロスビー｣はデカハスラーにあらず" [Suzuki "Xbee" is Not a Big Hustler]. Toyo Keizai Online (in Japanese). Japan: Toyo Keizai. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
- ^ Takahashi, Mitsuru (23 March 2019). "【今オススメしたい中古車はコレだ！】スズキHEARTECT搭載モデル9選｜長く乗りたいならプラットフォームに注目！" [This is the used car I would like to recommend now! 9 selections of Suzuki HEARTECT equipped models: If you want to ride for a long time, pay attention to the platform!]. Car Sensor (in Japanese). Japan: Recruit Marketing Partners. Retrieved 12 July 2022.
- ^ "スズキ、小型乗用車「クロスビー」を一部仕様変更して発売" [Suzuki launches small passenger car "Xbee" with some changes in specifications] (Press release). Japan: Suzuki. 13 July 2022. Retrieved 13 July 2022.
- ^ Monsod, Travis (14 July 2022). "2023 Suzuki Xbee looks perfect for Metro Manila streets". AutoIndustriya. Philippines: AutoIndustriya.com. Retrieved 16 July 2022.
- ^ "スズキがアルトやクロスビーなどを一部仕様変更して発売。価格も改定" [Suzuki releases new models of the Alto and XBEE with some changes to specifications, revised pricing]. Web Motor Magazine. 21 November 2023. Archived from the original on 2 December 2023.
- ^ "スズキ、小型乗用車 新型「クロスビー」を発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki. 2 October 2025.
- ^ "スズキ クロスビー 新車販売台数/売れ行きと生産状況は？" [Suzuki Xbee new car sales volume and production status?]. id-information.co.jp. Retrieved 28 February 2024.