Suzuki unveiled the S-Cross Concept in September 2012, a version of a subcompact crossover as an introduction for an upcoming production model. At that time, Suzuki announced that the S-Cross would be a new model, not a replacement for SX4, whose production was scheduled to continue.

The SX4 S-Cross design was updated in September 2016 with numerous improvements.

The dash will fit a single or double DIN radio.