The upcoming Suzuki Cappuccino will significantly differ from its predecessor, particularly in engine capacity. The original model featured a 657-cc turbocharged three-cylinder engine, while the new Cappuccino is expected to have a larger 1.3-litre turbo petrol, three-cylinder unit. The rear-wheel-drive configuration will remain the same. This engine might also power the rumored next-gen Toyota Starlet/Glanza, with the Toyota Starlet expected to be a rally-focused vehicle competing in the Rally 4 class against the Ford Fiesta and Renault Clio.
The new Cappuccino will measure about 4,000 mm in length, with a width and height of around 1,700 mm and 1,230 mm, respectively. The wheelbase is expected to be approximately 2,480 mm. Maintaining a lightweight profile, the open-top two-seater will weigh around 1,100 kg. To cater to a broader audience, it will offer both a 6-speed manual and an 8-speed automatic transmission. If developments proceed as predicted, the new Suzuki Cappuccino could hit the market in 2027.
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The original Suzuki Cappuccino, produced between 1991 and 1998, was a compact kei car sold in Japan. It measured 3,295 mm in length, 1,395 mm in width, and 1,185 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,060 mm and a weight of 725 kg. Equipped with a 657-cc petrol engine generating 64 PS, the original model adhered to kei car regulations of the time. It was available with either a 5-speed manual or a 3-speed automatic transmission. The new Cappuccino aims to retain its iconic status while meeting modern performance standards and expanding its market reach.