- The Suzuki Solio and Solio Bandit received a mid-lifecycle update in Japan.
- Changes are focused on the redesigned front end and extra equipment.
Suzuki has unveiled the facelifted versions of the Solio and Solio Bandit in Japan, bringing updated styling and improved equipment to its small minivan lineup. While the changes may not revolutionize the design, the Solio Bandit, in particular, stands out with cues seemingly borrowed from several automakers, including Lexus, Toyota, and Mitsubishi.
The current generation of the Suzuki Solio and Solio Bandit was introduced in November 2020, so it was about time for a mid-lifecycle update. The changes primarily focus on the redesigned front end, while the profile and rear sections of the models remain largely unchanged.
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As before, the Solio Bandit distinguishes itself from the standard Solio as the more premium offering in the lineup. Apparently, for Suzuki, this means borrowing design elements that nod to the styling cues of other prominent Japanese automakers.
The oversized grille, for instance, draws inspiration from the larger Toyota Alphard and Vellfire minivans, with a pattern that gives off unmistakable Lexus vibes. Vertical chrome accents flank the grille, evoking Mitsubishi’s signature “Dynamic Shield” aesthetic. Finally, the Solio Bandit retains its split headlight arrangement, now paired with a large and more prominent bumper.
2025 Suzuki Solio
2025 Suzuki Solio
The standard Suzuki Solio, by contrast, gets a more understated refresh. Chrome bars have been added to the front grille, creating a cleaner and more cohesive connection with the lower bumper intake. However, the headlights and bumper intakes remain unchanged, as does the rest of the bodywork. Both models now include a new Speedy Blue Metallic paint option, with the Solio Bandit offering the added flair of a contrasting Gun Metal roof.
Suzuki’s refreshed minivans are joined by their rebadged siblings, the Mitsubishi Delica D:2 and Delica D:2 Custom. Whether the updated styling will make its way to the Mitsubishi variants remains to be seen, though the new design would align more closely with Mitsubishi’s own aesthetic language.
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Interior changes are limited to the adoption of an electric parking brake, and Suzuki Connect features on the infotainment system. Safety equipment has also been upgraded with more ADAS, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, and Blind Spot Monitor.
The 3,810 mm (150 inches) long minivans are equipped with a mild-hybrid 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine that delivers 60 kW (82 PS) and 109 Nm (80 lb-ft) of torque. This electrified powertrain is shared with the Suzuki Swift, as both models are built on the same lightweight Heartect platform. The Solio and Solio Bandit come exclusively with a CVT gearbox and offer buyers a choice between 2WD and 4WD configurations.
The refreshed models made their first public outing at last week’s 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon and are now available to order in Japan. Pricing starts from ¥1,926,100 ($12,400) for the Suzuki Solio and from ¥2,303,400 ($14,800) for the Solio Bandit. This places the minivans above the more affordable Suzuki Spacia and Spacia Custom, which are even smaller in size and have a tiny 660cc engine, in line with the regulations for the kei car segment.
2025 Suzuki Solio and Solio Bandit
