"The Suzuki line-up continues to defy the downward sales trend of all but a handful of manufacturers," said Suzuki Australia General Manager Tony Devers.

"Suzuki sales year to date are up five per cent over 2007, compared to the total market which is down nearly three per cent."

"A total of 20,793 Suzuki vehicles have been sold this year, compared to 19,816 at the same time in 2007."

"This strong result has us on track to pass last year’s total, and for Suzuki to notch up its sixth successive record sales year."

SX4 sales are up nearly 100 per cent, Jimny up 33 per cent, Grand Vitara up three per cent and APV sales up nearly 28 per cent.

"Importantly, Suzuki has not only increased volume but also market share, which is now running at 2.2 per cent."