If my experience driving around Chicago is any indicator, there's quite a market for small, sporty-looking hatchbacks. Most of them are heavily modified used cars, and against this benchmark the SX4 performs quite well, if for no other reason than it has up-to-date safety equipment.
It's when the SX4 is compared with other new offerings that it suffers. Is it as crisp, poised and refined as the segment leaders? Nope. And while it's fun to drive on twisty roads, it's not the most fun. The SX4 doesn't look like many other cars on the road, and the SportBack version is well-differentiated from its siblings. For some people, that plus good handling will be enough. I'm not convinced, though, that I wouldn't be happier in day-to-day use with something different.
Tire Changing Tool
Tire Changing Tool
The jack, wheel brace and jack handle are
stowed in the rear left corner of the luggage
compartment. Remove the cover to
access the tools.
To remove the jack, turn its shaft ...
So, what gives?
I am convinced, after driving several versions of the Kizashi, including the
subject of this week’s column, the 2011 Kizashi Sport SLS sedan, that Suzuki can
make cars better than, or certainly ...
Safety Certification Label
Safety Certification Label
This label contains important safetyrelated
information about your vehicle. The
label is located on the driver’s door lock pillar. ...