This Tiny Suzuki APV Is Affordable, Fun & Surprisingly Practical!

[@zpopinfresh]

I swear, I'm sitting in the pissing rain in the UK and Matt is out there reviewing his fucking tour bus in Bermuda 🤣

[@gazzertrn]

Topping up the spray tan too .🤣 Fair play too him .

[@richardirvine9469]

He needs to find,,,I massively overspent.

[@DaDa-David]

Ha Haaa! colour of that sea and sky...just WOW!

[@stanleybuchan4610]

It's much the same here on Ascension Island too. Phew, need to turn up the ac 😅😅😅

[@adamwynyard4065]

He has had those shorts for years - no man should drive a van of any type in those shorts !

[@davocc2405]

Matt's accountant is very happy that he can now write off his holiday as a production expense.

[@30scapri]

Very well observed. I know a few characters who have pulled that stunt. A trip to the Med to meet a supplier.

[@patrickmcteigue]

The life of a car dealer is so hard reviewing a car in Bermuda. 😅

[@JamesNetwood]

If you research Suzuki cars all over the world it's quite astonishing. In the UK Suzuki is very niche but it's a huge seller world wide. Cheap and cheerful little runabouts. 3rd biggest sales in Japan.

[@damianleah6744]

Ok ok it’s rubbish weather here, so thanks for reminding us 😂😂

[@jacobbahr9316]

I love the APV One of the few 7 or 8 seaters where I feel the designer actually had kids, and didn't just read about them in crash safety legislation

[@Fat-alpaca36]

Me and my family used one of these on the small Dutch Island of Saba. Managed to fit 15 people in it and still performed amazingly. Roads there are very steep and still handled it very well. Ever since then I’ve been in the market for one. Love the video

[@peterlocke5204]

Smashing Matt, only one disappointment is that Bermuda didn't have a nice new bin for you to park by in a scenic spot, to tell us you had massively underspent on the plane tickets!!😎🤣😉happy holidays.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hahaha maybe I’ll find one next time

[@phildoolzz]

Hired one of these in Barbados. 1.6ltr engine managed to haul 4 adults, 1 teenager, 1 baby, 4 x 25kg suitcases & a buggy with no problem at all!

[@PlatinumNath]

For a MPV with just 90-100hp the APV is one strong bugger, felt like it has more than that at down low.

[@GoodFoodShared]

This is the only sun I'll see today, thanks Matt 😂

[@miccilou]

"isnt sexy - but it isnt offensive either" im getting a t shirt printed with this on 😂😂😂😂😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

😂

[@nathanstevful]

We need stuff like this. Follow the Japanese Kei types especially in cities, there would be far more space to park, you get more space and practicality compared to a Range rover.

[@rhobson2121]

APV was Suzuki's answer to the Toyota Avanza, which is hugely popular here in SE Asia, Think they were assembled in Indonesia , so that one you are driving probably from there. The Avanza is just about in every Asian country, thousands of them. That and its big brother the Toyota Innova. As you say they are cheap, cheerful and practical motors, would probably do well in the UK I think.

[@appartement-bdo]

Yes there all over Indo

[@jathom8526]

7/8 seater mpvs are brilliant - my 21 year old previa has been to the continent 5 times in the last 2 years !!!! Never struggle for space, 30mpg and the engine runs perfectly - my much more modern SUV can't hold a torch to it on practicality

[@michaeleriksen5469]

A 1.6 l engine and a manual gearbox and it will sell like hot cool brews anywhere in Europe but the UK

[@d.mitchell8596]

Hi Matt, there are quite a few APVs here in 'Straya...my neighbour has one that he used in a courier business, and still drives almost daily now in his semi retirement. It has done just over 250,000kms, and whilst it has the usual scrapes and scuffs for its age (2009) runs well, cheap to run, and owes the owner nothing. Bonus for his kids who when requiring Pappa to help with a move or buying something bulky, they can count on him delivering the goods. Good alternative to the more expensive used Kangoos, Berlingos and the ubiquitous small Ford and Holden equivalents. Starting to get rarer for sale here, unfortunately. Keep up the great content, and hope you enjoyed Bermuda. Cheers!

[@chrispenn715]

I think it could do with some new 'High Peak' number plates 😂

[@hughodonnell9707]

I agree

[@richardbanda3677]

and some full valet

[@kirkadam4644]

I actually admire this man, it's not easy building a business and or videoing for utube. Also the content is ace, I liked the time Matt reviewed a jag xtye, I have the estate version...Great stuff 🎉

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@martyns9194]

Looking forward to the review of the taxi drive to the airport. Come back soon Matt, safe journey. 😂

[@happyjohnwalks]

"I've been driving it around all morning with a grin on my face" Yeah, you're in bloody Bermuda, you could be driving a Nissan Juke and you'd be grinning! 😂😂😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha very true

[@imugibyam]

Go to Bali and u'll see lots of APVs. Probably the most APVs in the world are there. As u said lots of headrooms. Tours & travels preferred van imho. I think it's made in Indonesia, cmiiw

[@stephandolby]

I saw a Hubnut video on the Daihatsu Tanto and whilst people may think I'm mad, vehicles that are small yet clever and characterful - in my eyes, anyway - have a lot more going for them than the vast majority of SUVs.

[@ballade4559]

This car is everywhere here in Indonesia since it was made here. It was used like you said earlier "as a taxi and ambulance", but here, this was used more than that. It was also used as a people carrier or public transportation and many more. And it also has a pickup version. Daihatsu also made a car to compete with the APV, it was called the Daihatsu Gran Max. Same as the APV, it was also multi purpose here

[@davidwood4271]

Thats a cracking little car 👍 I've got a Suzuki wagon brilliant and very reliable

[@davidyoung9561]

I have to admit, as a vehicle, I actually like this.

[@tron520]

Have to say I love the Honda N-Box & N-Van, they just so well packaged for their size, space is brilliant in them.

[@MrJordanwain]

Anyone missing the Wonder Grip van? I think Matt missed a trick not photoshopping it into the car park while he was parked up.

[@HighPeakAutos]

😂

[@riszan1753]

We called it here loaf bread van.. It really looks quite a bread and bakers favorate delivery van. 😊

[@davidbillberg2203]

Holy hell, that weather 💯 That Suzuki though.. 😂

[@johnboddington]

Looks like a great practical car Matt. Would love you to review a Nissan Elgrand/ Toyota Alphard at some point in the uk. Same kind of vehicle just bigger and more luxurious. I have an E51 Elgrand 3.5 v6. Astonishingly good car for money.

[@andrewbrad6359]

Hi Matt, brilliant review, nice to see something different.. that’s not an SUV and the size of a small truck. Weather looks fab.

[@Senrab46]

Bedford Rascal now that takes me back!! Recall driving to local car shows in the 90s and the recovery truck loaded was quicker!!! 👍

[@letssaylalala]

We have the pickup/truck version of the APV called the Suzuki Mega Carry 😂 single cabin and a large bed. I think there’s a facelifted/new model coming but I have not seen it just yet.

[@larx4074]

Basically, a mid-engined..........................van!! Brilliant!!

[@PlatinumNath]

Mid engined, small engine, 4 cylinder, RWD... Basically a Toyota MRS lol

[@Watcheswhileeating]

I have no kids but I’d love something with loads of space and practicality like this that won’t cost a fortune. I don’t want a van but don’t need to spend on an Audi q7 or range rover just to get a bit more space ❤

[@joeroche552]

Yes lad! I live in the Caribbean but am northern chap like you (Chester) so this format of reviews from the Bermuda is perfect for me. More please

[@HighPeakAutos]

@@joeroche552 ah very nice

[@smarteveryday1606]

aww man the weather is giving summer vibes

[@D1039KING]

That backdrop on your opening comments about being in Bermuda, I swam there in 1981 whilst in the Royal Navy and big Barracuda chased me out - i was only 17 though, nearly s**t myself🤣🤣🤣

[@DaDa-David]

I love this, its a 'That'll do' car and why not 🙂

[@marcduthie4327]

Another great video Matt. Love your knowledge and presentation. Have a good week. Marc from Australia 🇦🇺

[@cosmos7492]

LOL I have a Tyre named after me thanks Matt enjoyed the video as always

[@philryan7254]

Hi Matt, firstly Bermuda looks absolutely stunning you are very lucky chap to be there secondly the little Suzuki looks quite sweet remind me of the Q Cars you find in Japan. Have a great time in beautiful Bermuda cheers Phil from Newark

[@perro0076]

It's actually a good ad to go on holiday to Bermuda. That sea looks gorgeous!!! 😂😂

[@megapangolin1093]

Good to see a MattVid where he isnt freezing to death or being rained on or windblown. Brilliant car, perfect and all that mums need for the school run, or people going shopping, or doing what 90 percent of people do most of the time, potter about. Good auto box. Take your bikes out for a run, dog walking. Most dont need more. Shame about the mpg. Enjoy the rest of your stay there. Great to see interesting new cars.

[@connclissmann6514]

Thanks for that look at alternative models and (for me) alternative weather. Great to think that your trip to Bermuda to follow up on the BMW is proving so worth while. Don't know how you find the time...

[@James-ld2jc]

That APV would make a great 2nd car... more likely to be seen on Hubnut's channel

[@stephenlane9168]

Loving the opening scene Matt. Love Bermuda 👌settling in for a great video, after a fantastic result for England v Netherlands 👌👏

[@miglia116]

anyone from Hong Kong? seeing that white toyota alphard at the background makes me feel like home

[@jakepayne9822]

I’m currently on holiday in Bali and catching up on your videos. Over here they call them an Arena. Our legend driver has one. Great car for the small streets over here.

[@PlatinumNath]

Arena is a trim of the APV, rather than the regional model name. I know that cause family owns an APV Arena SGX.

[@shaunallen5678]

I was there in Bermuda Mat, in 1966 as a young 17 yr &11 month old squaddie. I thought it was magic!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Ah lovely. I’d love to have seen it then

[@Cameron-ev7rc]

I’m in Scotland most sun av seen all year. Matt the man with the van 🚐

[@GarryChenYT]

The cars you named are popular in Indonesia where it's locally made. Avanza is especially popular with over 3 million sold in 20 years.

[@gpierre90]

Hi Matt, Bermuda reminds me of here in Seychelles where I live difference is our speed limit on the narrow road is 40km/h, some places like our "highway" is 80km/h, though I'm 100% sure another person will just call it a "dual carriageway", we have the Suzuki APV here as well, got the chance to drive the van version and it was a manual, which belonged to the company I first worked for. For the island nations I agree with you, it's peppy enough and one of my colleagues who was a driver once told me, he never used first gear on flat roads when pulling off. Other cars I also drove when I was employed there was a Daihatsu Terios (Toyota Rush) Daihatsu Charade, Daihatsu Sirion. We also have the newer Kia Seltos, but also the Kia Sportage is also allowed here. My Aunty has the new Hyundai Creta, it is a nice car and our Hyundai i10 is slightly different than the European i10 and we also get the smaller under powered 900cc Hyundai Eon which is tinier than the Grand I10. Yeah, island nations can sometimes get odd cars that will never be genuinely allowed on UK roads, which I get is due to build quality. I've also been told at one point that we get the poorest quality car (material wise), which is very unfair to me. Interestingly however another similarity our plate number is almost the same, slight difference private car plates start with S followed by the number.

[@user-sy2mv6my8l]

Much better than SUV!

[@rollthetape88]

the indicator should be on that side for a right hand drive, it is the superior side. can cancel signal whilst still steering whilst changing gear.

[@monikacorgi]

Oh wow, the sea and the sky! 😍😍 Please, bring some nice weather back with you, Matt (just not the heatwave). It's been raining here all the time 😵‍💫

[@hedgehoghogtel1694]

Have to admit to being more interested in the gorgeous background than the car lol. Lucky you!! These cars are very popular in Japan. Very functional.

[@bi5048]

Likely this very van is made in my country here. Been in production since more than 20 years I think. Here this van is sort of things of the past already. But good find, Matt!

[@gregfox9568]

Thank you Matt , I live in Thailand and I’ve been thinking about buying one of these ., we don’t get vans here ( we use pick ups ) and I want a small van with low load height because I rent out 125cc Scooters .. The APV is the only thing I’ve seen suitable

[@adamcox2503]

Something we don't usually see in the UK. Sunshiiiiine! 🤣🌞 Thanks Matt 👍

[@jacobbahr9316]

Many of those small SUVs you mentioned at the end are decent sellers in Southeast Asia and Australia. The Avanza and APV were designed for and built in Indonesia for example, and as an Australian resident, I see Kia Seltoses all the time

[@taxus750]

One day Matt, go to Bali - similar scenario but with equally interesting vehicles and some very entertaining road rules.

[@shauncampbell969]

CarPark: Wuthering Heights: Mister. Heathcliff 😅😅 Love your shows!! All the very best, Shaun 🦉 of New York City 🗽☕

[@cra_55]

The rear floor is super high because it has a full ladder chassis underneath. There are cargo and pickup variants of this.

[@carl8790]

These APV/MPV are quite popular here in the Caribbean for taxi work. Same for the small vans like the Toyota Hiace and small buses like the Coaster, which funnily enough, I saw both of them in the video lol.

[@b.2221]

Come on Matt the vehicle 🚗 i understand, and the beautiful warm location is really nice. You nearly pulled this one off but come on Matt give me a like the pink shorts 🩳 are a scream lad 😂.

[@ramy_019]

Nice video. Fyi, suzuki apv is manufactured in Indonesia since 2005, this car is very strong and reliable. 🔥

[@nomdeplume798]

A few years ago we went to a wedding in Nassau in the Bahamas. The nearest source of used vehicles was the US. This resulted in buses with the passenger door opening onto the street. There were also weird Oldsmobiles used as taxis that had one door on the driver's side and two on the passenger's. Which was OK in the US of A but not in Nassau where they drive on the left.

[@johngettins794]

4wd version used by NZ Post to deliver mail,parcel in rural NZ., after use bought by mountain bikers to help with getting to those extreme tracks.

[@carlfreeland5077]

Matt great video, as you may remember Gibraltar is full with APVs … people carriers, vans and pickup / flat be versions LHD and all perfect for the confined Gibraltar streets and limited parking, been tempted to buy one myself.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Ah yes that’s right

[@henrykravitz468]

Happy Holiday Matt. Couldn't tell you was in Bermuda, I have lovely sunny weather 🤣🤣 It is a nice looking car, i guess they didn't sell it in the UK due to it potentially rolling with the higher speeds.

[@williamkloet7410]

Makes me think of my parents nissan Serena about 25-30 yrs ago

[@hughodonnell9707]

That was the car we had before the apv!

[@redpacg5128]

really cool to see cars we dont get over here, enjoyed this review and would love to see similar on the channel in future.

[@thomasfrancis5747]

The Super Carry (another version was called the Landy and available in 4wd which could wind up some Defender owners..) was replaced by the Solio series which looks like a Kei car but is wider with a 1.2 litre engine. What you have is the next size up and one of a number of interesting Suzukis we don't get in the UK (and the range gets even smaller now they've canned the Ignis and Jimny, etc - all seems a bit bonkers).

[@fishtigua]

In Antigua we get the car transporter ship from Japan. It comes through the Panama Canal, turns left to Trinidad, and then drops off cars to each island up the chain. 90% of the cars are bog-standard base spec, with the odd posh one for politicians/civil servant with a driver. I've also had some from South America, again base spec. I miss the old 70 series Land Cruisers with the V8.

[@gt197]

Who’s this cool customer? Ice white shoes, ice white socks with double cadet stripe. A pair of pink shorts and a T shirt with a chevron action flash. It’s a look that says sports casual”.

[@kdri155]

Agree with everyone about our UK weather......that Suzuki looks a lot like an older Nissan Serana.

[@davidhemsley2720]

Glad you managed to get a headlamp buff in there.

[@mLi75]

I've got 3 panel van verisons here in Barbados. They’re very popular and only come in manual for the panel version. Small fuel tank though. Availability is hindered by emissions. Same story for Jimny

[@vickybatchelor6858]

Great practical car but all I kept thinking was... Matt's had a shave again 😂 Thanks to you and Ste for another great video 🏝️😎 Enjoy

[@richardcrossley5581]

Just back home, Hong Kong, from Europe and it is fun driving cars you don’t see at home. In the UK we had a Kia Ceed estate and in Helsinki a Toyota Yaris. Neither are available in Hong Kong. Something else I noticed in Finland, every 4th or 5th car was an estate car, it seems SUVs are not popular there for some reason.

[@PlatinumNath]

Family's got a Suzuki APV, Arena SGX trim in manual (basically a "nice middle child" trim [above the old base model but below the Luxury trim] that is as good as it can be without going over to the Luxury model that imo looks shit). Years living with it and soon to inherit it, I'd say the pros and cons are: Pros: - Like have been said, space utilization is great inside. Though... anyone taller than 190cm wouldn't fit well. - Surprisingly great at carrying stuff because it shares chassis with its pickup version (Super/Mega Carry) - Good at climbing hills due to short gears and mid engine placement - Not that taxing to drive. Short hood, light clutch for the manuals, light yet communicative steering, high driving position, decent all-round visibility - (For ones with cloth seats and captain seating option, in my opinion) Very nice to sleep in if you have to. Middle seat gets individual armrests too if you have captain seating optioned. Campervan conversion are not that rare for these minivans as they provide more space than a vintage Carry while still carrying many of its benefits. - Very reliable, barely needed serious maintenance (only serious maintenance needed from my memory was for transmission linkage and door locks [if you have central locking optioned] if I remember correctly so far across 15-16 years in the family) - Can drink up cheap fuel just fine without any issues. Premiums? Nah, no need. - Reasonably stable and planted on its wheels for a RWD minivan. - Pretty easy to clean considering its the shape of a loaf of bread - Contrary to popular lore, no, the front seats dont heat up with an engine under them. Thats just your own ass heating your own body up from stamping it onto the cushions for so long. - Good ground clearance. - Simple, reliable, dependable, affordable. Cons: - Bad fuel economy for a "lightweight" (1.3 tonnes iirc) minivan with 1.5-1-6L engine lmao, if you drive the Suzuki APV daily, whatever trim it is you better fork up some more money than usual for the fuel costs. No, you'll never get 30mpg out of it stock. Nobody with a stock APV gets 30mpg stock, usually 22-26mpg max. You'd need a remap and some modifications to reach 30mpg. Add to that, fuel tank is small. - Not that comfortable on uneven and constantly bumpy roads. Suspension are basically softened up work van/pickup suspension. - Low power and torque for it's size. Personally 90-100~hp is sufficient for me, but other people probably would complain having just that much in a minivan that need to carry a whole family - Oh my god Suzuki please make an actually new APV already I know that its great and if it aint broke dont fix it, and I love the APV too but please modernise it a little, 2 decades with no major change! - Engine maintenance (if any is needed) gets a little difficult since its directly under your butt if you're the driver or front passenger. - It can carry alot just like its pickup brothers, but also like it's pickup brothers it HATES towing. Hope you dont have any friend with a mighty unreliable car that needs a tow every now and then. - Safety is not that great but you should already know this by now if you're getting into this or similar mid engined RWD minivans like it's eternal rival Toyota TownAce/LiteAce/Daihatsu Gran Max. Non-issue if you can keep yourself out of trouble and don't live in a city full of wackjob drivers. - Middle passengers dont get as good air conditioning as front, and rear passengers get cooked by the heat on summers if you dont turn the weak middle seat AC all the way up Wow you read my comment all the way to down here? Well, perhaps I'll give you a fun fact as a reward: The Suzuki APV is often called "Alphard Perlu Vitamin" (An Alphard that needs vitamins) by Indonesians - it's both an insult and praise to the minivan. Insult because it feels like a slimmed down discount Alphard, praise because it feels like a slimmed down value for money Alphard.

[@Faza_M]

one of my family had APV 1.5 Manual, often loaded up to 10+ passenger with cargo, yes it was cramped but even with fully loaded this car can take hill very easily, and for everyday use or highway driving also not bad

[@JohnMonsteur]

When I was at college a mate of mine had a Bedford Rascal and had rolled it on two separate occasions, so TG probably didn't have to modify theirs for effect.

[@ocastro79]

This van features the G16 engine, the same one found in the first-generation Vitara, but equipped with direct ignition coils. It’s a mid-engine setup, making it a perfectly practical choice for everyday use. Just one tip: avoid the automatic transmission!

[@PlatinumNath]

Yeah the auto sucks on these, especially due to the low power and utilitarian capability. Manual is superior and has short-ish gears for a 5-speed, hauls stuff up surprisingly well

[@brentgilmore3281]

OK Matt, just for you my dear friend. When you decide to vacation in beautiful East Texas, I will loan you my BMW 3 Series. You can review it for the channel since the UK didn’t get the left hand drive version!!!!!

[@patrickh7368]

That Toyota Rush was a Diahtsu Terrios, the one that Clarkson used as a fox hunt and locked the tinternet of potential Terrios finder outerers…😮

[@harkamelrandhawa7125]

Matt is dressed real smart. I will get myself those shades.

[@Taz-wf4jl]

Enjoyed that. It’s good seeing cars like these.

[@pdglisa9087]

Hi Matt, just switched on for the Q7 video. What happened to it? Love what you do, thank you for it, keep going ❤

[@fatbelly27]

I had to watch this with the sound off. Looks like nice weather in Stockport.

[@originalchill]

I think I’ve said this before Matt, ask your dad I think you’ll find the indicator stalk is on the correct side (or that’s where they always used to be 😂) BTW it’s okay to take a holiday! Don’t worry about your content just chill out, we’ll still be here when you get back 😂👊🏻👍🏻

[@ProductofNZ]

The dealer I worked at used to sell the Suzuki APV. They used to send a rust preventative with the cars from the factory because they'd start rusting as soon as they hit the forecourt.

[@PlatinumNath]

Fam's APV doesn't rust that bad for a decade and a half. Frame/chassis only got surface rust. Body panels have small spots of surface rust due to paint chipping off, but nothing serious. Maybe that rust issue is more isolated to the older pre-facelidt models?

[@billsiviter9272]

Should make a hybrid version with all the tech for the UK market they'ed sell very well.

[@geebee6737]

What a great utilitarian vehicle , a bit like the Citroen, Berlingo 😉

[@j-froy4496]

In Canada we do get the Toyota Venza and the Kia Seltos but no Suzukis at all anymore

[@CarringtonHollister]

Same in the US

[@iancharlton678]

As you know, there are a number of oddly named, oddly styled imported MPV style things in the UK…… I’m going to say the best of them is the Mazda Bongo Friendee 1995 to 2005, cos we have one…… eight seats, dual aircon, window blinds and an elevating roof.. 2 litre 4 petrol, 2.5 V6 petrol, 2.5 4 turbo diesel, 2WD or 4WD, manual or Auto They are all getting old now and their Achilles heal is corrosion…….. the Japanese don’t salt their roads and these were always meant to be Japans home market. The mid bench seat slides back and forth, folds, removes…….. the back seat has a 50/50 split and fold sideways into the sides, or remove. The two front seats fold forward, becoming a rear facing seat. Factory or aftermarket kitchens can be bolted in making an ace weekender. They were sold with the electric roof as a freetop or with a plain steel roof…… known in Bongo circles as a Bongo-low 🙂

[@fraserb8147]

I have an Alphard. They are everywhere now in the UK. Even one sitting in the background here. Fantastic cars.

[@minimalistandfree]

Superb for frequent flooded areas

[@jimlake6873]

Matt, you're struggling, but thanks for filling in the gap while away.

[@angusmacdonald5300]

It’s a step up from the Renault Twizy and it has AC, but not half the fun probably! Looking great in Bermuda, Matt.

[@dmc9487]

Blue sky, blue water & sunshine * sigh, Good video though Matt. Great little motor.