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Suzuki SX4

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 75% Detailed ratings

Price $15,495 – $24,835 Payments

Fuel consumption 6.0 – 9.3 L/100km

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Whether you choose the 4-door sedan or 5-door hatchback, the little Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that generates 150 hp and 140 lbs.-ft. of torque. A 6-speed manual transmission is included factory standard, although a CVT is also listed. While this compact vehicle is equipped with FWD, AWD can also be ordered to make life easier in winter. The styling is very elegant.

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Four compact cars with AWD for less than $25,000

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There are just four cars with AWD for less than $25,000 on the market: the Subaru Impreza, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Matrix and Suzuki SX4. Interestingly, they’re all Japanese. We threw them all in the ring together. Four contenders We brought these rivals together on a particularly wet December 15th. Raining? February 9, 2012

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Comparison test: What is the best AWD car under 25K?

Comparison test: What is the best AWD car under 25K?

The Car Guide rating 75%

Pros

Pretty little face (hatchback)
Serious AWD
Good road handling (hatchback)
Relatively spacious interior
Reasonably reliable

Cons

Limited driving pleasure
Poor soundproofing
Sensitive to side winds
Sparse network of dealerships
Its resale value will make you sad

Driving	6/10
Safety	8/10
Interior	7/10
Reliability	9/10
Winter driving	8/10
Comfort	7/10

What's new in 2012

No major change

Competitors

Recalls

Steering
November 21, 2018
Steering
September 21, 2015

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