Snapshot:
The Verona is a big step up for Suzuki, into the popular mid-size sedan class. An inline six, mounted transversly, is standard. Equipment level is high, offered in three trim levels, and prices are low. Warranty is very generous.How Much?:
Price for a 2004 Suzuki Verona in the US ranges from $16,499 for the base sedan to $19,499 for the EX sedan.The Inside Story:
Wider inside than Camry and Accord, competitive on legroom. The 2004 Suzuki Verona comes with air, power door locks and windows, cruise, in-dash CD cassette/stereo with six speakers, outside air temperature display, steering wheel-mounted audio controls. Upgrades include leather-trim heated seats, 8-way power driver's seat, power sunroof, climate control.Under the Hood:
The 2.5 liter, DOHC inline six makes a modest 155 hp but delivers a class-leading 177 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm. Mounted transversely, it takes up little fore-aft space.Transmissions:
The only transmission in the 2004 Suzuki Verona is a 4-speed automatic with adaptive programming.Warranty:
3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper. 7 years/100,000 miles powertrain, transferable.Should You Buy a 2004 Suzuki Verona?:
It may surprise you to learn that the 2004 Suzuki Verona is built in Korea by Daewoo and was styled in Turin by Italdesign. But GM owns both Daewoo and Suzuki, so this is smart marketing. We especially like the idea of an inline six as it is smoother than the "V" configuration and we applaud the transverse positioning. The fully-independent suspension with disc
brakes all-round promises good road manners. Together with its roomy interior, this makes the 2004 Suzuki Verona an interesting prospect for the family car buyer, while the transferable warranty, which Suzuki calls its "Open Road Warranty," is your assurance of dependable, affordable motoring.
