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Interesting Facts About the Suzuki Alto GF

The Suzuki Alto is a long‑standing kei car that has been in production since 1979 and is now in its ninth generation. Its first generation helped define the kei‑car segment and played a key role in reviving Suzuki’s fortunes.

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Birth of a Legend (1979‑1984)

The original Suzuki Alto debuted in 1979 as the first generation (1979–1984). This model is credited with defining the kei‑car segment and lifting Suzuki out of a difficult financial period.

A Major Redesign in 1984

In 1984 Suzuki launched the second generation of the Alto, a redesign that introduced a more refined exterior. This iteration remained in production in various forms until 2019, marking one of the longest‑running generation spans for the model.

Nine Generations of Continuous Evolution

From its inception to today, the Alto has progressed through nine generations, each bringing updates that keep the car relevant in the competitive kei‑car market. Its enduring popularity has made the Alto a cultural icon in Japan’s compact‑car landscape.

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