The Decline of Suzuki Ravi in the Commercial Pickup Segment

Abdullah

21 Oct 2023

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The Decline of Suzuki Ravi in the Commercial Pickup Segment

For nearly four decades, Suzuki Ravi has been the go-to choice for small and medium-sized businesses, fleet operators, and commercial loading individuals in the entry-level commercial pickup segment.

Recent Sales Decline

In recent years, Suzuki Ravi has faced a significant sales decline. The presence of 3-wheel loaders in the market, known for their affordability and cost-effective maintenance, has posed a formidable challenge to Ravi's dominance. These loaders also offer superior utility and higher load-bearing capabilities.

Sales Statistics Paint a Grim Picture

At its peak, Suzuki Ravi sold an impressive 29,825 units in FY2015-16, averaging 2,485 units per month. Even in FY2017-18, Ravi clocked 21,506 units, with an average of 1,792 units per month. However, FY2022-23 witnessed a sharp decline, with only 3,808 units sold, resulting in a monthly average of just 317 units. The situation deteriorated further in the first quarter of the current fiscal year.

Current Sales Plunge

During the first three months of the current fiscal year, Pak Suzuki managed to sell only 607 units of Ravi, reflecting an average monthly sales of just 202 units. This marks a staggering 92% decline from its prime sales years. In the first quarter of the previous fiscal year, Suzuki saw 815 units of Ravi sold each month. Consequently, the quarterly sales for the current year are 25% lower than the lowest point of FY22-23.

3-Wheeler Competition

While there isn't specific data on individual 3-wheel loader sales, PAMA sales charts reveal that 4,586 three-wheelers (including rickshaws) were sold in the first quarter of FY23-24, compared to 4,606 units during the same period in the previous fiscal year, representing a marginal 0.4% difference. Notably, only four companies share their sales data with PAMA, including Qingqi, Sazgar, United, and Road Prince, while the market boasts countless 3-wheel loader options.

Suzuki Ravi's Struggle in the Market

Pak Suzuki has attempted to attract customers by offering various incentives for the purchase of Ravi, but these efforts have proved ineffective. The current price of the Suzuki Ravi stands at PKR 18.56 lac, while loaders are available for as low as Rs 185,000. More advanced variants may cost up to Rs 500,000, featuring electric starts, disc brakes, digital meters, and fancy visors. However, smaller variants priced below Rs 250,000 already include most of these features, including hydraulic lifters. The primary differentiator lies in the engine and load-bearing capacity.

Uncertain Future for Suzuki Ravi

Despite over four decades of assembly in Pakistan, Pak Suzuki has yet to make a decision regarding the future of Bolan and Ravi. The need for a replacement is long overdue, and Ravi, in particular, is suffering from dwindling sales. How long Suzuki will continue to offer the more than four-decades-old Ravi in the market remains uncertain. Only Suzuki holds the answer to this question.

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