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Suzuki Across returns as the RAV4's twin with a fresh face
Suzuki has updated the Across for 2026 — the model that has long been a Europe-focused rebadge of the Toyota RAV4. While the mechanical bones remain familiar, the new Across gains a distinct Suzuki identity with sharper exterior details, larger wheels and a tougher stance that leans into an adventure-ready image.
Styling and exterior updates
The refreshed front grille, pronounced wheel-arch flares and beefier alloy rims are the Across’s most visible changes. Suzuki offers the 2026 Across in four metallic finishes — dark grey, light grey, “super” white and black — colors chosen to underline its rugged, off-road-capable persona.
Modern cabin with driver-focused tech
Inside, Suzuki adopts an island-style dashboard layout that groups key controls and screens into clear clusters. The driver faces a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with 3D graphics and four customizable display modes. A large 12.9-inch central touchscreen handles infotainment and climate functions, while for the first time the Across is available with a head-up display projecting vital driving information onto the windshield at a virtual distance of 4–6 meters to reduce eye movement from the road.
Comfort and convenience highlights
- Electrically adjustable front seats: 10-way for the driver, 8-way for the passenger
- Heated front and rear seats and heated steering wheel
- Power tailgate with hands-free foot sensor
Powertrain: a capable plug-in hybrid
Under the bonnet the Across keeps the Toyota-derived plug-in hybrid system: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 141 hp and 227 Nm on its own, paired with two electric motors. The front motor contributes around 201 hp while the rear motor adds 54 hp, bringing the combined output to just over 300 hp. Power is routed through an e-CVT to an electrically driven all-wheel-drive system.
Performance numbers are notable for the segment: Suzuki claims 0–100 km/h in about 6.1 seconds. The 18.1 kWh battery enables roughly 75 km of pure-electric driving under real-world conditions, making the Across a practical PHEV for daily commutes and short trips without fuel use.
Safety & driver assistance
The 2026 Across comes with a comprehensive suite of driver aids:
- Collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection
- Adaptive cruise control with millimeter-wave radar and monocular camera
- 360-degree monitoring system These systems position the Across competitively among mainstream plug-in hybrid SUVs.
Market position and pricing outlook
The Across continues to serve Suzuki’s European customers who want Toyota engineering with Suzuki branding. Official pricing for the 2026 model has not been confirmed; the outgoing generation retailed above €58,000 in Europe, so buyers can expect similar positioning for the new model.
Quote: "The new Across keeps the proven PHEV setup but dresses it in a tougher, more Suzuki-like package," a spokesperson said — a line that captures the model’s twin identity: mechanically Toyota, visually Suzuki.
For buyers seeking a high-powered PHEV SUV with substantial electric range and comprehensive safety tech, the Suzuki Across 2026 remains a strong, if familiar, contender in the crowded crossover market.
Comments
mechbyte
75 km EV range? In cold weather thats usually way lower. 0-100 in 6.1s sounds great but curious about weight, handling and pricng. Anyone tried it?
turbo_mk
Wow, Suzuki finally gave the RAV4 a proper makeover, looks tougher and more SUV-y, but still basically a Toyota underneath. Hope the price stays reasonable
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