2007 Suzuki SX4: Road Test
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- MSRP: $14,999 -$17,549
- Invoice: $14,399 -$16,847
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Our road test for the 2007 Suzuki SX4 includes a full evaluation of the 2007 Suzuki SX4 from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2007 Suzuki SX4, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2007 Suzuki SX4 help you decide if a 2007 Suzuki SX4 is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 4 | 3.4 |
Acceptable with manual transmission as long as you shift frequently. Pokey with automatic, which noticeably saps power. Either way, plan ahead for freeway merging, passing on busy two-lane roads.
FUEL ECONOMY
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
Extended-use base with manual transmission averaging 24.4 mpg over first 7076 miles. Test automatic averaged an underachieving 20.7 mpg. SX4 uses regular-grade fuel.
RIDE QUALITY
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
Comfortable for a small, relatively light car. Limber but nicely damped suspension and sensibly sized tires iron out most rough pavement.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5.1 |
SX4's AWD front/rear power lock deactivates above 36 mph. SX4 thus mostly behaves like a front-wheel-drive car. It corners with a stable feel, modest apparent body lean. Steering quick, nicely weighted. Firm, progressive brake pedal action.
QUIETNESS
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Class-average at best. Engine fairly loud at high rpm, remains audible even in gentle cruising. Wind noise modest, but wagon's open rear area and budget-level sound insulation do little to mask coarse-surface tire thrum.
CONTROLS
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.7 |
Conventional but attractive dashboard design provides large, legible gauges and simple, handy minor controls. Automatic-transmission models have gear-position indicator in gauge cluster, a nice touch. Cabin uses good-quality materials for this price level, has exemplary detail finish.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.4 |
Generous head and leg room. But seats ordinary for shape and padding, and lack height adjustment. Angle and thickness of front roof pillars partially obstructs view to corners.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 3.7 |
Better than expected for this class. Good toe space, with adequate knee and leg room, even with the front seats moved far back. Head clearance OK for six-footers, but squeezes taller folk.
CARGO ROOM
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 4.5 |
Room behind rear seat for a half-dozen grocery bags or a few medium-sized duffels. Rear-seat headrests don't need removing, but seat sections won't tumble fully forward without a front seat well forward, too. With split rear seat folded, cargo volume is 38.1 cu ft--quite good given SX4's modest overall length. Cabin storage useful but not abundant.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 7 | 9 | 7.2 |
SX4 doesn't impress for acceleration or fuel economy. Count among this subcompact wagon's attributes a solid feel, standard all-wheel-drive traction, laudable standard safety features, and impressive passenger and cargo room. Aggressive pricing rounds out this Recommended pick's appeal.
Total Score
| Base, man. | Base, auto. | Sport, man. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 52 | 56 | 51 |
Total Score: 54
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