Suzuki Kizashi Review

The nicely-finished Suzuki Kizashi is well-equipped and gets good fuel economy. It drives well, but it falls short of being a bargain sports sedan. Learn more about the Suzuki Kizashi and other sedans on our website: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/index.htm?EXTKEY=I93YT01&CMP=OTC-...

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[hamel1968]

I'm an Audi guy but I saw one of these in the metal the other day and I did think "Wow! Cool car" It is squat, sporty and aggressive with stying that isn't contrived or derivative. Damn good job Suzuki. It looks as though it should have a 3.5 Litre V8 under the bonnet (imagine!).

If it did I would be first in line to buy one, but then I'd probably be fighting for my spot!

[gigimanjo]

Test drove this car today and I could not believe that I'm driving Suzuki !! Really good car and I can get an SE for $ 20.656 !!! Anyway, I "burned" myself few times with CR's advices and I have to tell that people should not make decisions based only on them....

[banstaman]

I test drove the Kizashi two weeks ago. I must say it is VERY nice. I tested the SE Leather Edition, and I must say, the acceleration was pretty good and the CVT was not as bad as I thought, and in manual mode it shifts instantly. Very nice.

[hehh543]

head room maybe tight, but you had tons of leg room.

[alleghenyman]

If he's going to complain about it not being a bargain basement BMW he should drive the 6 speed manual and not complain about the "stiff" suspension (which isn't any stiffer than my father's BMW 3 series).

I autocross mine and it's very competitive in its class. It feels sportier and more luxurious to me than the Mazda 3 that I drove, for not a lot more money and far better styling.

[CaiandtheMoose]

This reviewer is awful. I prefer carbuyer from the uk.

[AdrianC12345]

What a shitty review, just like all reviews from Consumer reports. They always focus on the stupidest things to nag about and never focus on the good parts of the car. Did they even try the 6 speed manual? No, did they try the stereo? No, did they tell you how it'll smoke a Focus/Jetta/Carolla for less money? No, did they tell you that it's got 184 hp? no. No wonder only 16 people liked this video and 19 didn't....

[AdrianC12345]

@somewhatlongdong It's not high priced and if you think about it, the 4 banger does give out more HP than the Jetta and Civic, and Camery and Carolla and Focus, and things like that, it's the badge that hampers it. Suzuki is barely able to sell over 600 per month wich is sad when it's a MUCH better choice compared to the Civic, Focus, Carolla, or Lancer. Espcially with that horrible VW 5 banger that drones on even though it's not a CVT. 184 hp isn't too bad for this small a car.

[cj688]

@somewhatlongdong i've seen probably 5 on the road since it came out :S

[somewhatlongdong]

I'm a car guy, and the Kizashi has been out for more than a year. I've still never seen one on the road. It seems hampered by it's high price, and so-so engine.

[MechRider89]

im thinking of buying a suzuki but cant decide which one, this one or the sx4 hatchback......hmmm i want luxury and a standard tran but it doesnt come in all wheel drive then......blasted! maybe i should just stick with my old suzuki swift.....still havent put oil in the engine and its been 3 weeks!! runs like a top, so if anyone says their unreliable i'd say their full of complete shit!