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2007 Suzuki Reno Full Review
Date Published: 3/26/08
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2007 Suzuki Reno Review
This compact 4-dr hatchback shares its basic design with Suzuki's Forenza sedan and wagon. Reno comes in base and Convenience trim. The only engine is a 126-hp 4-cyl. Base models are available with manual or automatic transmission. Convenience versions are automatic only. All Renos have 4-wheel disc brakes, and ABS is optional. Front side airbags are standard. Curtain side airbags are unavailable. Air conditioning, power windows and locks, and heated power mirrors are standard on all. Convenience models include remote entry and cruise control. A sunroof is no longer available.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons with wheelbases 100 inches or longer.
Our Best Buys include the Honda Civic and Mazda 3. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Focus, and Mazda 5.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Sentra, Nissan Versa, and Pontiac G5.
Our Best Buys include the Honda Civic and Mazda 3. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Focus, and Mazda 5.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Sentra, Nissan Versa, and Pontiac G5.
News
Sources expect Reno to add a sportier model for 2008 with a "high-performance" engine. There may be other changes as well. We should be learning more soon, so keep checking back with us.
Meantime, Suzuki says its subcompact Swift hatchback will return to the U.S. in 2010, highlighted by a hybrid version. The Swift was last sold here in 2002, but has since been redone. The coming model will be a next-generation design. A sedan version is the rumored basis for the hybrid.
Meantime, Suzuki says its subcompact Swift hatchback will return to the U.S. in 2010, highlighted by a hybrid version. The Swift was last sold here in 2002, but has since been redone. The coming model will be a next-generation design. A sedan version is the rumored basis for the hybrid.
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2007 Suzuki Reno Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Instruments/controls | Acceleration (automatic transmission) |
| Cargo room | Ride/handling |
| Noise | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Manual-transmission models only Renos made available for test so far. They have adequate acceleration, but passing power is lacking. Similar Forenza sedans with automatic transmission has good acceleration from a stop, but progress fades as speed rises.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4.6 |
Manual-transmission models only Renos made available for test so far. They have adequate acceleration, but passing power is lacking. Similar Forenza sedans with automatic transmission has good acceleration from a stop, but progress fades as speed rises.
Fuel Economy
Not outstanding for small, 4-cyl cars. Extended-use test Reno Convenience with manual transmission averaged 23.4 mpg over 10,094 miles.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6.5 |
Not outstanding for small, 4-cyl cars. Extended-use test Reno Convenience with manual transmission averaged 23.4 mpg over 10,094 miles.
Ride Quality
Generally comfortable on broken surfaces, especially among the compact class, though bigger bumps jostle occupants. Less settled on rough roads than segment-leading Honda Civic, Volkswagen Rabbit.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5.3 |
Generally comfortable on broken surfaces, especially among the compact class, though bigger bumps jostle occupants. Less settled on rough roads than segment-leading Honda Civic, Volkswagen Rabbit.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Quick, responsive steering, but noticeable body lean even at modest cornering speeds. Standard 4-wheel disc brakes a nice plus in this price range, provide fine pedal feel.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5.8 |
Quick, responsive steering, but noticeable body lean even at modest cornering speeds. Standard 4-wheel disc brakes a nice plus in this price range, provide fine pedal feel.
Quietness
Engine roars intrusively during acceleration, turns buzzy at higher speeds. Some suspension pounding over bumps, substantial wind rush at freeway speeds.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 3 | 4.4 |
Engine roars intrusively during acceleration, turns buzzy at higher speeds. Some suspension pounding over bumps, substantial wind rush at freeway speeds.
Controls
Clear gauges nicely lit. Audio, climate controls simple to use and understand, though mounted just a bit low. Switchgear has quality feel. Materials impress for the price.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.9 |
Clear gauges nicely lit. Audio, climate controls simple to use and understand, though mounted just a bit low. Switchgear has quality feel. Materials impress for the price.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Plenty of head and leg room, even for taller folks. Standard tilt steering wheel and height-adjustable driver seat appreciated. Visibility better than average, though some testers say rear headrests interfere with over-the-shoulder view.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.6 |
Plenty of head and leg room, even for taller folks. Standard tilt steering wheel and height-adjustable driver seat appreciated. Visibility better than average, though some testers say rear headrests interfere with over-the-shoulder view.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Adequate head, leg, and toe room for adults as long as front seats aren't more than halfway back. Entry/exit good for a compact.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 |
Adequate head, leg, and toe room for adults as long as front seats aren't more than halfway back. Entry/exit good for a compact.
Cargo Room
Reno has usefully large cargo hold and generous liftgate opening.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 6 | 4.8 |
Reno has usefully large cargo hold and generous liftgate opening.
Value within Class
Reno isn't as mechanically refined as most class rivals. Acceleration is tepid, especially with automatic transmission. And fuel economy isn't as high as it should be for a compact 4-cyl car. The more-established Japanese makes beat Suzuki on resale value, too. But Reno delivers an impressive list of standard features for attractive prices, and outpaces most rivals for passenger and cargo room.
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 |
Reno isn't as mechanically refined as most class rivals. Acceleration is tepid, especially with automatic transmission. And fuel economy isn't as high as it should be for a compact 4-cyl car. The more-established Japanese makes beat Suzuki on resale value, too. But Reno delivers an impressive list of standard features for attractive prices, and outpaces most rivals for passenger and cargo room.
Total Score
| Conven., man. | Class Average |
| 50 | 52.9 |
Scores for all Compact Cars
| Low Score | 42 | |
| Average Score | 52 | |
| High Score | 60 |
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2007 Suzuki Reno Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 09/29/2006
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| Base 4-door hatchback, manual | $13,499 | $12,959 | $595 |
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| Base 4-door hatchback, automatic | $14,499 | $13,919 | $595 |
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| Convenience 4-door hatchback, automatic | $15,499 | $14,831 | $595 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, interior air filter, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats w/driver-side height and lumbar adjustment, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, digital clock, tachometer, intermittent wipers, map lights, visor mirrors, rear defogger, rear wiper/washer, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
195/55R15 tires, wheel covers.
Convenience adds to Base:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Cruise control, remote keyless entry, steering wheel radio controls.
Optional Equipment
Safety |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Antilock brakes
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Base, Convenience
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$500
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$480
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2007 Suzuki Reno Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Suzuki Reno 4-door hatchback |
| Wheelbase, in. | 102.4 |
| Overall Length, in. | 169.1 |
| Overall Width, in. | 67.9 |
| Overall Height, in. | 56.9 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 2739 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 45.4 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 14.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.1 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.1 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 37.9 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 36.7 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.0 /122 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 126 @ 5600 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 131 @ 4000 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed manual | 23/30 |
| 4-speed automatic | 22/31 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Suzuki Reno 4-door hatchback |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 7/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 3/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
South Korea
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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