Suzuki has been selling cars in the UK for decades, but it has always operated a little differently from the largest Japanese and European brands. Rather than trying to cover every corner of the market, it has tended to concentrate on smaller cars and compact SUVs, often with relatively simple engineering and keen pricing.

Cars such as the Swift and Vitara sum up much of the Suzuki approach. They are generally compact on the outside, practical enough for everyday use and designed without too much unnecessary complexity. Suzuki has also maintained a stronger interest in four-wheel drive than many similarly sized brands, reflecting its long history with small off-roaders and utility vehicles.

The range has changed with tighter emissions rules and the wider move towards electrification. Mild hybrid technology is now common across Suzuki’s petrol models, while the e Vitara has brought a fully electric option into the line-up. The company has also worked with Toyota on several models in recent years, giving Suzuki access to hybrid and plug-in hybrid technology without having to develop everything itself.

Suzuki is unlikely to be the first brand buyers consider if they want luxury, cutting-edge technology or a huge choice of models. Its appeal is more straightforward: compact dimensions, reasonable running costs, useful equipment and cars that tend to focus on the basics. This page brings together all of our Suzuki coverage in one place, including Expert Ratings, reviews, news and feature articles, so you can compare the range and see how its cars stack up for everyday ownership.