The Suzuki Forenza and Reno models offer a lot of stuff for the money when compared with the big name brands, and come with an excellent warranty (3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 100,000 miles/7-year powertrain). The Reno five-door hatchback, the Forenza four-door sedan and the Forenza wagon are essentially the same vehicle in different body styles. Reno is the best looking with its Italian styling.
New Car Test Drive correspondent Keith Buglewicz is based in Southern California.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
Model Lineup:
Suzuki Forenza Sedan S ($13,449); Sedan LX ($15,349); Sedan EX ($16,949); Wagon S ($13,949); Wagon LX ($15,849) Wagon EX ($17,549); Reno S ($13,449); Reno LX ($15,394); Reno EX ($17,049)
Engines:
2.0-liter dohc 16-valve inline four
Transmissions:
4-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):
frontal airbags, seat-mounted side-impact airbags
Saftey Equipment (optional):
anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution
Basic Warranty:
3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:
Korea
Specifications As Tested
Model Tested (MSRP):
Suzuki Reno LX ($16,149)
Standard Equipment:
air conditioning, power steering, power disc brakes, power windows, power locks, cruise control, floor shift, fog lamps, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, power/heated outside mirrors, power tilt/slide sunroof
Options As Tested (MSRP):
anti-lock brake system with EBD ($500)
Destination Charge:
545
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):
16149
Layout:
front-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
126 @ 5400
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
131 @ 4000
Transmission:
4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
22/30
Wheelbase:
102.4
Length/width/height:
169.1/67.9/56.9
Track, f/r:
58.3/58.3
Turning circle:
Seating capacity:
5
Head/hip/leg room, f:
39.1/53.5/42.1
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:
37.9/53.7/36.7
Cargo volume:
45.4
Payload:
Towing capacity:
Suspension, f:
independent, MacPherson strut
Suspension, r:
independent, dual-link
Ground clearance:
Curb weight:
2783
Tires:
P195/55R15
Brakes, f/r:
disc/disc with ABS and EBD
Fuel capacity:
14.5
2005 Suzuki Forenza consumer reviews:
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Suzuki has come a long way with design and quality of it's vehicles. The Forenza met all of my expectations. The styling is great. The seats are confortable, and the back seat has plenty of room for our 3 kids.
posted by Chazworth on Oct 25 2007
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This car has a very nice design. The lumbar seats are nice! If you are looking for a car with basic style plus a little more with a great warranty, I would strongly recomend this little family car.
posted by Johny on Jun 03 2007
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I just bough the Suzuki Forenza, and I love it. I love the way it handles... the room, comfortable seats, and the whole interior design. The trunk space is great too. But, Suzuki can still improve the gas mileage on this vehicle.
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