The 2021 Mazda Scrum is the smartest way to buy a Suzuki Every. While the Scrum nameplate dates back to 1989, the modern DG17 generation (introduced in 2015) is a rebadged Suzuki Every (DA17V). Why buy the Mazda? Because at Japanese auctions, the "Mazda" badge often attracts fewer bids than the famous "Suzuki" badge, allowing you to land the exact same reliable workhorse for a lower price.

Powered by the Suzuki R06A engine, known for its durability:

• PA / PC (Non-Turbo): 49 HP. STANDARD Simple, naturally aspirated engine. It is not fast, but it is incredibly fuel-efficient and cheap to maintain. Ideal for city deliveries.
• BUSTER (Turbo): 64 HP. If you haul heavy loads (cement, hardware), find the Turbo version. The extra torque makes a huge difference on hills.

• Flat Floor: Like the Every, the rear seats fold perfectly flat into the floor, creating a massive 1,910mm long cargo deck. It fits a standard mattress or stacks of crates.
• Utility: Features overhead storage shelves and a dashboard designed for clipboards and invoices. It is a mobile office.

• Consumption: 15–18 km/l. The 5AGS (Auto Gear Shift) transmission is more efficient than a traditional automatic, acting like a manual robot.
• Service: Use Suzuki Every parts. Oil filters, air filters, and suspension parts are available in every auto shop in Kenya.
• Resale: Slightly lower than the Suzuki branded version due to name recognition. This is a buying advantage, not a selling one.

RWD Traction: The Rear-Wheel Drive layout gives it excellent traction on slippery dirt roads when loaded. The short wheelbase allows it to navigate tight village paths without bottoming out. It is tougher than it looks.

Standard driver airbag and ABS. The R06A engine uses a timing chain, reducing maintenance costs. The 5AGS gearbox can feel jerky but is durable if the clutch fluid is maintained.

The following are average showroom prices for fresh imports in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret.

Who is this for? The smart SME owner who wants a Suzuki Every but wants to save Ksh 50k-100k on the purchase price. Who is it NOT for? Badge snobs—it is a Mazda sticker on a Suzuki van.