Suzuki Escudo
TDA4WStock varies — page stays liveThe TDA4W is the updated version of the third-generation 5-door Escudo, replacing the previous J20A engine with a more potent 2.4-liter J24B unit with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and introducing minor exterior, interior, and NVH improvements.
Engine
J24B VVT
Displacement
2,393 cc
Drive
4WD
Gearbox
4AT / 5MT
Fuel
Petrol
Body
SUV
Suzuki Escudo — representative 3rd gen (JT Facelift) imageChassis variants of the Escudo
ChassisEngineDisplacementDriveGearbox
TL52WJ20A DOHC1,995 cc4WD4AT / 5MTTD54WJ20A DOHC1,995 cc4WD4AT / 5MTTDA4WJ24B VVT2,393 cc4WD4AT / 5MT
Dimensions & shipping volume
Length
4,420 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
1,695 mm
Weight
1,620 kg
Shipping volume
13.56 M³
Manufacture year vs. registration year
Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:
Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
TDA4W-100001XXXXXXJun 2008 – Jul 20122.4L Series I Facelift
TDA4W-200001XXXXXXJul 2012 – Apr 20172.4L Series II Facelift
Import eligibility by country (2008–2017)
KenyaNot eligible
8-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.UgandaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2011 or later qualify (15-year limit).TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.Common questions about the TDA4W
What are the major upgrades of the TDA4W over the TD54W?
The TDA4W features a larger 2.4L J24B engine with VVT (providing increased horsepower and torque), rear disc brakes instead of drums, integrated side mirror turn signals, and enhanced cabin noise insulation.
What is the towing capacity of the TDA4W?
Thanks to the J24B engine and built-in ladder frame construction, the TDA4W is capable of towing up to 1,850 kg braked, depending on local market homologation.