Suzuki Xbee

The Suzuki Xbee (Japanese: スズキ・クロスビー, Suzuki Kurosubī, i.e. "cross bee") is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Suzuki since December 2017.[1] It is currently only sold in Japan.

Suzuki Xbee (MB71S/MN71S)
Suzuki Xbee Hybrid MZ (MB71S, Japan)
Overview
ManufacturerSuzuki
ProductionDecember 2017 – present
AssemblyJapan
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformHEARTECT platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine996 cc K10C I3-T (petrol hybrid)
Electric motor2.3 kW (3.1 hp; 3.1 PS) WA05A DC synchronous
Power output73 kW (98 hp; 99 PS) (petrol engine)
Transmission6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,435 mm (95.9 in)
Length3,760 mm (148.0 in)
Width1,670 mm (65.7 in)
Height1,705 mm (67.1 in)
Kerb weight960–1,000 kg (2,116–2,205 lb)

Overview

The Xbee made its world premiere at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show as a "reference exhibit car."[2]

Although the design is similar in style to the Hustler kei car, it does not share any mechanical parts with it. Instead, it 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 with paddle shifts. The four-wheel drive model is also equipped with hill descent control, which limits the speed to a steady 7 km/h (4.3 mph) when engaged.[4]

  • Suzuki Xbee Hybrid MZ (MN71S, Japan)
  • Interior

References
  1. Bruce, Chris (27 December 2017). "Suzuki Xbee Is The Quirky, AWD Hybrid Crossover You Can't Have". Motor1.com. US: Motor1. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
  2. "45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017". Suzuki.co.jp. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
  3. 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]. Toyokeizai.net (in Japanese). Japan: Toyo Keizai Inc. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
  4. 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 want to recommend now! 9 models with Suzuki HEARTECT: If you want to ride for a long time, pay attention to the platform!]. CarSensor.net (in Japanese). Recruit Marketing Partners Co., Ltd. Archived from the original on 6 April 2019.
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