Storage Compartments (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Fair Cargo/Trunk Space (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Ample
SAFETY I was highly impressed with the easy-to-access Latch connectors in the Suzuki Kizashi. This, in combination with seat belt buckles on solid bases, should make this car particularly functional for small families. The only problem is that the actual amount of width between each of the rear seating positions was just a nano-smidge too tight, resulting in my daughter's booster seat encroaching upon the seat belt buckle receptor. Every time she got in the car it was a frustration. I ended up twisting around to reach behind me and scoot her booster seat out of the way so she could then have full access to the buckle.
A forward-facing convertible fits easily in the Kizashi. However, a rear-facing convertible runs into fit problems in the small backseat. To get the car seat installed correctly, the front passenger seat needs to be moved forward, which could be uncomfortable for taller passengers. A rear-facing infant-safety seat fit in the backseat without having to move the front passenger seat forward.
Standard antilock brakes, electronic stability and traction control systems, plus eight — yep, count them, eight — standard airbags (driver and front passenger front- and side-impact airbags, two rear side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags for both rows) make the Kizashi not only a great bargain, or "premium without the premium" as Suzuki claims, but also a safe bet for small families on the go.
Sun Visor
The sun visors can be pulled down to block
glare coming through the windshield, or
they can be unhooked and turned to the
side to block glare coming through the side
window.
CAUTION:
When unho ...
Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner
If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there
will be greater intake resistance, resulting
in decreased power output and increased
fuel consumption.
Unclamp the side clamps, and re ...
Spare Tire Nut Lock (if equipped)
Spare Tire Nut Lock (if equipped)
A nut lock is used for the spare tire. To
unlock the spare tire nut, insert the ignition
key into the lock as far as the key will go
and remove the lock with th ...