Suzuki will expand its SX4 lineup with the addition of a Sportback model this fall. It's essentially a performance-oriented version of the current SX4 hatchback. It will feature a new 2.0-liter engine that bumps output to 150-hp and 140 pound-feet of torque.
Power will go to the front wheels through either a six-speed manual or Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Sportback also gets a lower ride height, revised dampers, 17-inch wheels and revised front and rear fascias.
If you can't wait until the fall, Suzuki has also announced a new pre-paid gas promotion that runs through the rest of the summer. Custormers that buy a new Suzuki SX4 prior to Aug. 31st will get a debit card good for three months of free gas based on various national averages.
moparbad says:
02:18 PM, 07/ 1/09
More demand for AWD in the Sedan than there is for FWD in the Sportback.
estreka says:
03:43 PM, 07/ 1/09
Soooooo you get free gas for a vehicle that gets great mileage?
flicmod says:
04:34 AM, 07/ 2/09
Free gas is free gas. I wouldn't complain.
I'm liking the 150 horses and the 6-spd manual, though!
hako says:
02:46 PM, 07/ 2/09
I had some communications with Suzuki in January, mainly about the arrival date of the Swift. They had no solid info on the Swift. They were very friendly, sent me a T-shirt, but asked me why I didn't just buy the existing SX4 hatch. I told them that I liked my '05 Aerio for several reasons, but mostly I liked the 155 hp 152 torque engine. I just didn't feel that the SX4 hatch had that much kick to it.......heavier car, but less hp. I told them that the hatchback might be more appealing with a little more sportiness. Apparently they did tweak the engine a lil bit. It's still a 2.0, but the hp has increased.....along with the tire size. I like the 6 speed, and the car's looks are more pleasing. Good job Suzuki! Hopefully people will give this car consideration when they shop. I definately would.
cv45 says:
09:39 PM, 07/ 5/09
The article doesn't say, but is Suzuki upgrading ALL of its 2010 SX4 models to the new 2.0-liter, 150-hp engine and six-speed manual or CVT?
Can Straightline find out and post the answer?
I like the SX4 but its current engine/transmission combination aren't great for mileage or performance.
k55 says:
01:13 PM, 07/11/09
Suzuki- enough already with the SX4 and Kazashi sedan. Most of us are waiting for the Swift and Swift Sport ( and maybe a Swift Sport Supercharged?). I would LOVE to see a Mini Cooper competitor for thousands less than what MINI wants. Right now about 19k USD for a Cooper and 22.5K for a Cooper S. A JCW edition ?? 29k! !... for a MINI Cooper. A Suzuki Swift Sport would probably go for about 15-17.5k...125hp 2300lbs ,great handling. Lets get this show on the road in the USA...literally. Quit stalling Suzi....How about at leat providing an update.