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Suzuki SX4 Saloon (2009 – 2011) Review

Suzuki SX4 Saloon (2009 – 2011) At A Glance

+Fills a gap in the UK market for a small saloon.

-No beauty. SX4 hatchback a much better vehicle.

Insurance Group 18
On average it achieves 97% of the official MPG figure

Reviews for Suzuki SX4 Saloon (2009 – 2011)'s top 3 rivals

Mitsubishi Lancer
2/5
Comes as saloon and a five-door Sportback. Competent and handles reasonably well. Ralliart is good fun.
Chevrolet Cruze
4/5
Good value for money. Also comes with a six-speed automatic. Decent VCDi diesels. Driver and passenger...
Skoda Rapid
4/5
Looks like a saloon, but is actually a hatch. Good value for money. Very practical and spacious.

Suzuki SX4 Saloon (2009 – 2011) models and specs

Dimensions
Length 4510 mm
Width 1730 mm
Height 1545 mm
Wheelbase 2500 mm
Miscellaneous
Kerb Weight 1165 kg
Boot Space 515 L
Warranty 3 years
Servicing 9000 miles
Costs
List Price £12,395–£12,660
Insurance Groups 18
Road Tax Bands F–G
Official MPG 41.5 mpg
Euro NCAP Safety Ratings
Adult -
Child -
Pedestrian -
Overall -

On sale until April 2011

Saloon
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.6 SZ4 4dr £12,660 41.5 mpg 10.7 s

On sale until March 2010

Saloon
Version List Price MPG 0-62
1.6 GLX 4dr £12,395 41.5 mpg 10.7 s

Model History

August 2009

Suzuki launches four door saloon version of the SX4

4,510mm long x 1,730mm wide x 1,545mm high, mid way between B and C sector. On sale from 26 August 2009, priced at £11,895. The new model is built in Japan and has enjoyed success in the domestic market there; also in North America as well as numerous European markets.

The saloon SX4 takes up to five people and their luggage with its 515 litres trunk. Turning circle of 10.6 metres. Electric power steering. Rear seats set slightly higher than front to give passengers a better view. Seatbacks fold 40/60.

The SX4 Saloon is similarly equipped to the popular SX4 1.6 GLX hatchback with a high standard specification including six airbags; four electric windows, MP3/WMA compatible CD tuner, automatic air conditioning, 15-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry and start and heated door mirrors. The only differences being the addition of colour keyed lower bumper and side sill mouldings and the omission of roof rails, side protection mouldings and black body trim.

The new model is available with the 107PS 1.6-litre engine with drive by wire throttle for smooth and responsive progress; the 1.6-litre engine powers the SX4 from 0 to 60 mph in 10.4 seconds and on to a maximum speed of 112 mph. 41.5 mpg combines and CO2 emissions of 165g/km.

The new model is available in the following seven colours:

* Bright Red
* Classy Red Pearl Metallic
* Nocturne Blue Pearl Metallic
* Blueish Black Pearl Metallic
* Azure Grey Metallic
* Silky Silver Metallic
* Pearl White Pearl Metallic