Safety
In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash tests, the Kizashi achieved the top score of Good in frontal, side and rear impacts, and was rated Acceptable for roof strength. In this crowded class, 11 models do the Kizashi one better, earning a Good rating for roof strength, which predicts rollover protection.
The Kizashi features eight airbags, including seat-mounted torso airbags for all outboard seats, as well as side curtains. Also standard are antilock brakes and an electronic stability system with traction control. For all the Kizashi's safety features, click here.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified Fluid
Use an automatic transmission fluid
SUZUKI ATF 3317 or Mobil ATF 3309.
Fluid Level Check
CAUTION:
Driving with too much or too little
fluid can damage the transmission.
You must ...
Ride & Handling
Even with its 18-inch sport wheels and low-profile tires, my Kizashi rode
quite comfortably. I felt more pavement disruptions when I had three passengers
on board. In some cars it's the opposite. ...
Pedals
Manual transaxle
Automatic transaxle
Clutch Pedal (1)
(For manual transaxle).
The clutch pedal is used to disengage the
drive to the wheels when starting the
engine, stopping or shifting the ...