Updated Suzuki Landy: a hybrid minivan with seats for eight passengers
Suzuki has unveiled an updated version of its Landy minivan, which is essentially a rebadged Toyota Noah. This model, sold exclusively in Japan, has received a number of significant changes, including a switch to a hybrid powertrain, the introduction of an eight-seat configuration, and a sportier body kit.
Design & Exterior: a more aggressive look
The Landy’s exterior remains a prime example of badge engineering, but it now borrows a sportier front bumper and body kit from higher trim levels of the Toyota Noah. This gives the car a more aggressive appearance that contrasts with its family-oriented purpose. Suzuki-specific elements are limited to a body-colored insert above the radiator grille and the emblems. The color palette consists of three options: Platinum White Pearl Mica, Metal Stream Metallic, and Neutral Black.
Interior: new possibilities and limitations
The main news inside the cabin is the introduction of an eight-seat layout, offered alongside the seven-seat version. The driver gets an updated instrument panel with soft-touch materials and a 7-inch screen in the instrument cluster. However, unlike the Toyota Noah, the Landy does not get a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel or the 8- or 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment systems. Instead, the car has different seats and comes with optional audio systems and navigation screens ranging from 7 to 9 inches.
The 2026 update has stripped the Landy of its 2.0-liter gasoline engine, leaving only a hybrid powertrain based on a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated engine with one or two electric motors.
Technical Specifications: hybrid and all-wheel drive
The only engine available remains a self-charging hybrid that combines a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated engine with one or two electric motors. The E-Four all-wheel-drive version has received a new “Snow Extra” mode designed for Japanese winters. The chassis has likely also been updated, as the Toyota Noah received improved ride smoothness and reduced noise levels.
Price & Sales: a premium for the brand
The updated Suzuki Landy Hybrid G has already gone on sale in Japan. The company expects to sell around 1,200 vehicles per year. The price for the front-wheel-drive version starts at ¥3,845,600 (about $24,100), and for the all-wheel-drive version at ¥4,128,300 ($25,900). Interestingly, the Toyota Noah, from which the Landy is copied, is significantly cheaper, starting at ¥3,261,500 ($20,500).
Thus, Suzuki Landy buyers pay a noticeable premium for the same car but with a different badge. This may be justified for those who prefer the Suzuki dealer network or want a rarer vehicle, as the Landy sells in significantly smaller numbers than its Toyota “donor”. At the same time, the lack of a modern multimedia system and the higher price could be significant drawbacks for potential buyers seeking maximum functionality for their money.