Suzuki HEARTECT platform | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Suzuki |
Production | 2014–present |
Body and chassis | |
Class |
Kei car City car Subcompact car Mini MPV Compact MPV Subcompact crossover SUV |
Layout |
Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
The HEARTECT platform is an automobile platform that underpins various Suzuki models since 2014. [1]
The platform is claimed to utilize " Advanced High Tensile Steel" and "Ultra High Tensile Steel", which are intended to increase occupant safety in case of a collision. [2] Suzuki also claims that the platform offers increased body stiffness, allowing for better ride quality and handling. Additionally, via a reduction in weight of up to 30 kg (66 lb), the platform helps achieve an improved power to weight ratio. [2] [3] [4]
The platform is shown to utilize MacPherson strut front suspension. [1]
Suzuki HEARTECT platform | |
---|---|
Overview | |
Manufacturer | Suzuki |
Production | 2014–present |
Body and chassis | |
Class |
Kei car City car Subcompact car Mini MPV Compact MPV Subcompact crossover SUV |
Layout |
Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
The HEARTECT platform is an automobile platform that underpins various Suzuki models since 2014. [1]
The platform is claimed to utilize " Advanced High Tensile Steel" and "Ultra High Tensile Steel", which are intended to increase occupant safety in case of a collision. [2] Suzuki also claims that the platform offers increased body stiffness, allowing for better ride quality and handling. Additionally, via a reduction in weight of up to 30 kg (66 lb), the platform helps achieve an improved power to weight ratio. [2] [3] [4]
The platform is shown to utilize MacPherson strut front suspension. [1]