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2012 Suzuki SX4

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Rating7.9

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Subcompact Sedan
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$13,699 - $19,649
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Reasonable price tag

Poor-quality materials fill the cabin

It receives stability control and rear disc brakes

Capacious interior

Uncomfortable driving position

Decent maneuverability

Impressive safety scores

Efficient Inline-4 engine

Specs & Features

$19,649

price

148 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

140 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2012 Suzuki SX4 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the subcompact sedan. With 4 trims on offer, the Suzuki SX4 has a base MSRP of $13,699, with prices going all the way up to MSRP $18,199, competing directly with the Chevrolet Sonic, the Hyundai Accent, and the Ford Fiesta. Only a 2.0L Inline 4 engine is offered, however, there#39;s a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission and a continuously variable transmission. Together, they produce 150 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 7.6 seconds, the SX4 sedan maintains a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG with the manual and 28 MPG with the CVT. Suzuki offers the SX4 Sedan in 6 striking color options with White Water Pearl being our particular favorite.

Buying Advice

The LE Popular Package trim would be an ideal choice for most shoppers. It comes with an ample set of features like alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, cruise control and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls.

Trims

    Base
    $13,699 onwards
    • 20-inch alloy wheels in Urano design
    • Active front differential
    • Chrome front fascia inserts
    • Front active differential
    • Full-LED matrix headlights
    • Gloss black brake calipers with white Maserati text
    • Harman Kardon 10-speaker sound system
    • Perforated premium leather interior
    • Performance suspension with electronic damping
    • Shyhook performance suspension
    • Sport design fascias
    • Sport seats with extra bolstering
    • Sport steering wheel with aluminum shift paddles
    LE
    $15,495 onwards
    • Front manual air conditioning
    Sport SE
    $18,199 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    Technology Package
    $18,499 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 148 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 140 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 121 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    Premium
    $18,875 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 148 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 140 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 121 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 25 mpg

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Horsepower

150 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque

140 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

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2012 Suzuki SX4 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		8 sec--
    		8.1 sec16.4 sec130 mph
    		8.1 sec--
    		8.1 sec16.2 sec120 mph
    		8.2 sec16.3 sec118 mph
    		8.8 sec16.6 sec120 mph
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    2012 Suzuki SX4 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		23 mpg33 mpg26 mpg13.2 gal.303.6/435.6 mi.
      		29 mpg38 mpg33 mpg12 gal.348/456 mi.
      		28 mpg38 mpg32 mpg12.8 gal.358.4/486.4 mi.
      		28 mpg36 mpg31 mpg13.2 gal.369.6/475.2 mi.
      		27 mpg34 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.356.4/448.8 mi.
      		28 mpg36 mpg30 mpg12.4 gal.322.4/446.4 mi.

      2012 Suzuki SX4 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        2012 Suzuki SX4

        Ranked #11

        		176.8 in.68.1 in.60.8 in.6.3 in.98.4 in.
        		183.9 in.71.4 in.58.4 in.9 in.105.7 in.
        		182.2 in.70 in.57.2 in.5.5 in.104.4 in.
        		181 in.70.7 in.58.1 in.7 in.105.7 in.
        2012 Mazda 3

        Ranked #4

        		180.9 in.69.1 in.57.9 in.4.7 in.103.9 in.
        		180.3 in.68.5 in.57.7 in.5.7 in.104.1 in.

        2012 Suzuki SX4 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2012 Suzuki SX4

          Ranked #10

          		15.5 cu.ft.104 cu.ft.-
          		14.7 cu.ft.96.8 cu.ft.217.3 cu.ft.
          		13.1 cu.ft.97.4 cu.ft.167.9 cu.ft.
          		15.4 cu.ft.94.6 cu.ft.85.1 cu.ft.
          		13.2 cu.ft.90.7 cu.ft.277.7 cu.ft.
          		12.8 cu.ft.85.1 cu.ft.96.8 cu.ft.

          2012 Suzuki SX4 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		-15.5 cu.ft.--
            		217.3 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.217.3 cu.ft.-
            		81 cu.ft.15.5 cu.ft.81 cu.ft.-
            		167.9 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.167.9 cu.ft.-
            		67.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.67.3 cu.ft.-
            		83.1 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.96.8 cu.ft.-

            2012 Suzuki SX4 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-1047 lbs.2833 lbs.
              		1500 lbs.-2734 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3300 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.1219 lbs.3093 lbs.
              2012 Mazda 3

              Ranked #3

              		--2866 lbs.
              		--2578 lbs.

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