1996-1998 Suzuki X-90: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Suzuki took a new path for 1996, aiming its distinctive 2-passenger X-90 squarely at younger buyers. Blending the attributes of a high-riding sport-utility vehicle with a sporty subcompact coupe, the X-90 was actually a convertible SUV. Suzuki began with the chassis and mechanical features of its 2-door Sidekick, tossing out the back seat and blending in new styling. Rear-drive and 4-wheel-drive models went on sale. Standard equipment included twin bucket seats, dual airbags, 4-wheel antilock brakes, daytime running light, and a rear defogger. Also standard were power windows and locks, tinted glass, power steering, and a tachometer. A separate trunk was part of the design. Standard removable T-top roof panels allowed open-air motoring, and also provided more protection from thieves than a conventional convertible top. Borrowed from Suzuki's Sidekick, a 95-horsepower, 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine drove a 5-speed manual transmission. A 4-speed automatic transmission was optional in the 4-wheel-drive X-90. The 4WD model added such extras as cruise control, a security alarm, and a 4-speaker stereo with cassette player. The alarm and cassette unit could be dealer installed in 2WD models. Dealers also could install air conditioning and a CD player.