The Suzuki Spacia is a kei car produced by Suzuki.[1] It was a replacement for the Suzuki Palette, which was discontinued in February 2013. It improves upon fuel efficiency, is lighter and features a larger cabin than its predecessor.[2] The vehicle is also supplied to Mazda as the Mazda Flair Wagon.

Suzuki Spacia
2024 Suzuki Spacia X Hybrid
Overview
ManufacturerSuzuki
Also calledMazda Flair Wagon
ProductionFebruary 2013 – present
AssemblyKosai Plant, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
Body and chassis
ClassKei car
Body style5-door microvan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive
DoorsPower sliding doors
Chronology
PredecessorSuzuki Palette
Mazda Flair Wagon

First generation (MK32S/42S; 2013)

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First generation
 
Spacia X (pre-facelift)
Overview
Model codeMK32S/42S
ProductionFebruary 2013 – February 2018
Body and chassis
RelatedSuzuki Wagon R (MH34S/MH54S)
Powertrain
Engine658cc R06A I3
658cc R06A I3-T
Electric motorWA04A ISG
TransmissionJatco CVT
BatteryLithium-ion
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,425 mm (95.5 in)
Length3,395 mm (133.7 in)
Width1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Height1,735–1,740 mm (68.3–68.5 in)
Curb weight840–950 kg (1,852–2,094 lb)

The first-generation Spacia was released in March 2013 with three grades; G, X and the turbocharged T.[1][3] The Flair Wagon followed later in April with two grades; XG and XS, all with naturally aspirated engine.[4]

The upmarket variant called Spacia Custom was released in June 2013 with three grades; GS, XS and the turbocharged TS.[5] Mazda also introduced their version of the Spacia Custom as Flair Wagon Custom Style a month later with two grades; XS and the turbocharged XT.[6]

Limited editions based on X and XS grades were launched in June 2014.[7] Mazda also launched a limited edition based on XS grade in the same month.[8] Another limited edition of Spacia Custom XS called J Style was launched in December.[9]

The car received its facelift in May 2015.[10][11] A limited edition based on G grade was launched in December.[12]

New Z grade was added to the Spacia Custom line up in December 2016,[13] it has different front end and not adopted by Mazda.

Second generation (MK53S; 2017)

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Second generation
 
Spacia Gear Hybrid XZ Turbo
Overview
Model codeMK53S
ProductionDecember 2017 – present
Body and chassis
PlatformHEARTECT platform
RelatedSuzuki Wagon R (MH35S/MH55S)
Suzuki Wagon R Smile
Powertrain
Engine658cc R06A I3
658cc R06A I3-T
Electric motorWA05A ISG
TransmissionJatco CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,460 mm (96.9 in)
Length3,395 mm (133.7 in)
Width1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Height1,785–1,800 mm (70.3–70.9 in)
Curb weight850–940 kg (1,874–2,072 lb)

The second-generation Spacia was unveiled at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, along with the Spacia Custom.[14] It is built on the same lightweight HEARTECT platform as the sixth-generation Wagon R. Both the Spacia and Spacia Custom went on sale on 14 December 2017. The Spacia is available in G and X grade levels, while the Spacia Custom is available in GS, XS and XS Turbo grade levels. Both are only available with hybrid powertrain.[15]

On 20 December 2018, the crossover variant of the second-generation Spacia, called Spacia Gear, was released and is available in XZ and XZ Turbo grade levels with hybrid powertrain.[16]

Both the second-generation Spacia and Spacia Custom received their facelift on 3 December 2021 with new grille design, as well as a special edition variant for Spacia Gear called "My Style".[17]

On 26 August 2022, the commercial variant of the second-generation Spacia, called Spacia Base, was released with pre-facelift Spacia Custom's front fascia while retaining the regular Spacia's rear lamps and rear bumper. It is available in GF and XF grade levels with naturally aspirated engine.[18]

Third generation (MK54S; 2023)

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Third generation
 
Spacia Custom HYBRID XS
Overview
Model codeMK54S
ProductionNovember 2023 – present
Body and chassis
PlatformHEARTECT platform
Powertrain
Electric motorWA04C
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,460 mm (96.9 in)
Length3,395 mm (133.7 in)
Width1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Height1,785 mm (70.3 in)
Curb weight850–960 kg (1,874–2,116 lb)

The third-generation Spacia was unveiled at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show.

Sales

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Year Japan
Spacia[19] Spacia Base[20]
2013 107,193
2014 121,086
2015 79,375
2016 81,277
2017 104,763
2018 152,044
2019 166,389
2020 139,851
2021 128,881
2022 100,206 6,255
2023 122,275 11,025

References

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  1. ^ a b "Suzuki launches the new mini passenger car Spacia". Global Suzuki. Retrieved 28 February 2015.
  2. ^ "スズキ、「パレット」からフルチェンした軽ハイトワゴン「スペーシア」発表会". car.watch.impress.co.jp/ (in Japanese). 26 February 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2015.
  3. ^ "スズキ、新型軽乗用車「スペーシア」を発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Japan. 26 February 2013.
  4. ^ "「マツダ フレアワゴン」をフルモデルチェンジ" (Press release) (in Japanese). Mazda Japan. 18 March 2013.
  5. ^ "スズキ、ターボ車でクラストップ※1の低燃費 軽乗用車 新型「スペーシア カスタム」を発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Japan. 12 June 2013.
  6. ^ "新機種「マツダ フレアワゴン カスタムスタイル」を発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Mazda Japan. 20 June 2013.
  7. ^ "スズキ、軽乗用車「スペーシア」シリーズに、特別仕様車「スペーシア Xリミテッド」.「スペーシア カスタム XSリミテッド」を設定し発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Japan. 12 June 2014.
  8. ^ "特別仕様車「マツダ フレアワゴン XS Limited」を発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Mazda Japan. 19 June 2014.
  9. ^ "スズキ、軽乗用車「ワゴンRスティングレー」「スペーシア カスタム」 小型乗用車「ソリオ BANDIT」の3車種に 特別仕様車「J STYLE」を設定して発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Japan. 18 December 2014.
  10. ^ "スズキ、32.0km/L※1の低燃費と 軽初※2のステレオカメラ方式の衝突被害軽減システムを搭載した 軽乗用車「スペーシア」、「スペーシア カスタム」を発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Japan. 19 May 2015.
  11. ^ "特"「マツダ フレアワゴン」を商品改良して発売"" (Press release) (in Japanese). Mazda Japan. 28 May 2015.
  12. ^ "スズキ、軽乗用車「ワゴンR」と「スペーシア」に特別仕様車を設定し発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Japan. 21 December 2015.
  13. ^ "スズキ、軽乗用車「スペーシア カスタムZ」を発売" (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Japan. 16 December 2016.
  14. ^ "第45回東京モーターショー2017の出品概要" [Overview of exhibits at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017] (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Motor Corporation. 2017-09-22. Retrieved 2022-08-31.
  15. ^ "スズキ、新型「スペーシア」、「スペーシア カスタム」を発売" [Suzuki Launches New Spacia and Spacia Custom] (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Motor Corporation. 2017-12-14. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
  16. ^ "スズキ、新型「スペーシア ギア」を発売" [Suzuki launches new "Spacia Gear"] (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Motor Corporation. 2018-12-20. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
  17. ^ "スズキ、軽乗用車「スペーシア」、「スペーシア カスタム」、「スペーシア ギア」、「スペーシア 車いす移動車」を一部仕様変更して発売" [Suzuki released light passenger car "Spacia", "Spacia Custom", "Spacia Gear" and "Spacia Wheelchair Transport Vehicle" with partial specification changes] (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Motor Corporation. 2021-12-03. Retrieved 2022-08-30.
  18. ^ "スズキ、軽商用車 新型「スペーシア ベース」を発売" [Suzuki Launches New Spacia Base Light Commercial Vehicle] (Press release) (in Japanese). Suzuki Motor Corporation. 2022-08-26. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
  19. ^ "スズキ スペーシア 新車販売台数/売れ行き(生産台数)と生産状況は?生産工場も - 株式会社アイディーインフォメーション" [What is the Suzuki Spacia new car sales volume/sales (production volume) and production status? Production factory too - ID Information Co., Ltd.]. id-information.co.jp (in Japanese). Retrieved 2024-04-14.
  20. ^ "スズキ スペーシアベース 新車販売台数/売れ行き(生産台数)と生産状況は?生産工場も - 株式会社アイディーインフォメーション" [Suzuki Spacia Base New car sales volume/sales (production volume) and production status? Production factory too - ID Information Co., Ltd.]. id-information.co.jp (in Japanese). Retrieved 2024-04-14.
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