2011 Suzuki-Kizashi

We found it less than plush yet surprisingly comfy and quiet, well put together and fun to drive. The manual gearbox shifted surely and crisply, and the 4-cylinder engine performed well at lower RPMs but tended to run out of breath at higher engine speeds. On-road handling was good, steering precise, and braking strong and stable as needed. A bit smaller inside and out than typical midsize sedans, it?s no limo but sufficient in back for full-size adults.

In the past few months, 50 Suzuki dealers have accepted buyout offers. This is part of the plan to cut the worst performing stores of this brand launched in March. Suzuki has now 300 dealerships, compared to 354 in March. Buyout offers were made to 150 dealers and the program ended in July. Dealers that have accepted the offer were only selling two cars per month. Through this measure it is hoped that both the profitability for dealers and for the company will be better.


2011 Suzuki-Kizashi