Pros:
- Least expensive all-wheel-drive car on the market
- Outstandingly well equipped
- Roomy back seat
- Lots of fun to drive
Cons:
- Mediocre fuel economy
- Optional automatic only has 4 speeds
Buyers looking for good value and all-wheel-drive traction in a small car
Who should not buy the Suzuki SX4:
Buyers looking for the best possible fuel economy
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Details and specs:
- Body style: 5-door hatchback
- Trim levels: Base, Sport
- Price range (including options): $15,594 - $17,994
- Base engine: 2.0 liter inline 4, 143 horsepower @ 5800 RPM, 136 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM
- Optional engine: None
- Premium fuel required? No
- Transmission: 6-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
- Driveline: Front engine, all-wheel-drive
- EPA fuel economy estimates: 23 MPG city/28 MPG highway (manual), 24/33 (automatic)
- Where built: Japan
- Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front-seat-mounted torso airbags, two-row side-curtain airbags, antilock brakes
- Optional safety equipment: Electronic stability control, traction control
- Major standard features: Air conditioning, CD/MP3 player, power windows/mirrors/locks, keyless entry, roof rails
- Major options: 6-disc CD changer, keyless ignition, cruise control, automatic climate control
- Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 7 years/100,000 miles powertrain, 3 years/unlimited mileage outer body rust-through
- Roadside assistance/free maintenance: 3 years/36,000 miles roadside assistance
