Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | sedan | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | sedan | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.4, Fuel type: Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 2.4 | Regular |
| 2012 | sedan | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.4, Fuel type: Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 2.4 | Regular |
| 2011 | sedan | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.4, Fuel type: Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 2.4 | Regular |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | GVWR |
|---|---|
| 2014 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2013 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2012 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2011 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2014
NewestThe 2014 Suzuki Kizashi presents an intriguing used car option, boasting an 'Excellent' public reliability verdict.
2013
The 2013 Suzuki Kizashi presents a mixed reliability picture.
2012
The 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is a sporty sedan with a capable chassis, but its below-average reliability and significant safety concerns, particularly with airbags, warrant careful consideration.
2011
The 2011 Suzuki Kizashi presents an average reliability profile, but its primary ownership concern is the front passenger airbag system, which has a history of deactivation or malfunction.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Suzuki Kizashi?
Carfocal currently has 4 published Kizashi reports, covering 2011 through 2014. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2014 Suzuki Kizashi presents an intriguing used car option, boasting an 'Excellent' public reliability verdict.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.
Is the Suzuki Kizashi reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Suzuki Kizashi. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2014 suzuki kizashi presents an intriguing used car option, boasting an 'excellent' public reliability verdict. and the 2014 suzuki kizashi can represent good value if found at a competitive price, given its 'excellent' public reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Suzuki Kizashi?
Across Carfocal's published Kizashi guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads and Rotors, Suspension Components (e.g., Shocks, Struts), and Exhaust System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads and Rotors, Suspension Components (e.g., Shocks, Struts), and Exhaust System.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 4
- Years tracked
- 4
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints