Red 2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS AWD CVT 2.4L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V 180 hp AWD.22/29 City/Highway MPGReviews:* Standing out from the crowd is a strong suit for the Kizashi, which, in addition to being relatively new, doesn’t sell in the big numbers of most of its competitors. All-wheel drive is a smart option for those who travel in inclement weather and, because the Kizashi was targeted at premium, slightly larger cars, such as the Acura TSX, instead of compacts such as the Toyota Corolla, this underdog was built to do more for less. Source: KBB.com* European-style interior; inspired handling; responsive continuously variable transmission (CVT); available all-wheel drive; great value. Source: Edmunds
The Suzuki Kizashi comes in four trim levels: S, SE, GTS Sport and SLS Sport. All are fitted with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that features twin balance shafts and variable intake valve timing, producing 185 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. With the exception of the SE, all are available with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable transmission (CVT). An available all-wheel-drive system features a clutch-pack-type center differential that can be run in 2-wheel-drive mode to help save fuel and is only offered with the CVT. Handling is sharp in the Kizashi, with independent suspension on all four corners. The Sport model's ride-height is reduced 10 mm from the other trims and tuned to give precision control while still maintaining a comfortable ride. The standard electronic stability control has been tuned to not be obtrusive during spirited driving. The manual-equipped S has been rated at 21 mpg city and 31 mpg highway, with other trims achieving 23 mpg city/30 mpg highway with the CVT and front-wheel drive and 22 mpg city/29 mpg highway with the CVT and the available all-wheel-drive system. The Kizashi measures out slightly smaller than the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, but larger than the Honda Civic. Trunk space measures in at a healthy 13.3 cubic feet and a folding 60/40 rear seat adds extra space for longer items or luggage for longer road trips in the Kizashi's upgraded appointments. The basic S model comes with 16-inch wheels standard, keyless entry, push-button start and dual-zone climate control. When fitted with the CVT, the S is fitted with cruise control and a leather-covered steering wheel. The SE adds 17-inch wheels, cruise control and leather-covered wheel and an 8-way power driver's seat with memory. The GTS Sport gets 18-inch wheels, fog lamps, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters with the CVT and a 10-speaker Rockford-Fosgate stereo with Bluetooth connectivity and audio streaming. Finally, the top-of-the-line SLS Sport comes equipped with rear parking sensors, automatic headlights, leather upholstery with heated front seats, power passenger's seat and auto-dimming rearview mirror. All-wheel-drive adds heated side mirrors to all trim levels. Optional equipment includes Suzuki's i-VSP intelligent vehicle stability program on all-wheel-drive models only and an available rear-view camera and touch-screen GPS on GTS Sport and SLS Sport models. A new SE Leather Packages features a leather interior and adds $2,000 to the base SE price.