What is the Suzuki Esteem?
The Suzuki Esteem was a compact passenger car sold in North America as a sedan and station wagon. The wagon offered extra room for carrying luggage while keeping the car’s compact size. In many other markets, the same model family was known as the Baleno.
The North American Esteem had one generation, identified by the code SY, and ran from 1996 to 2002. It brought Suzuki’s small-car approach to drivers looking for a conventional sedan or wagon.
Engines and power
US petrol engines ranged from 1.6 L to 2.0 L. Canadian versions ranged from 1.6 L to 1.8 L. Engine size varied by market and version.
How economical is the Suzuki Esteem?
The EPA’s United States figures cover 1996–2002, with a best combined rating of 29 MPG and a lowest listed consumption of 8.1 L/100 km. Canadian NRCan figures cover the same years, with a lowest listed consumption of 7.9 L/100 km on the five-cycle test. EPA and Canadian five-cycle results use different procedures, so they are best read within their own markets.
Where was the Esteem sold?
The Esteem was sold in the United States and Canada during its 1996–2002 run, as a sedan and station wagon.
Questions and answers
What years was the Suzuki Esteem sold?
Its first and only North American generation ran from 1996 to 2002.
What engine sizes did it have?
US versions ranged from 1.6 L to 2.0 L petrol engines; Canadian versions ranged from 1.6 L to 1.8 L.
What is the Esteem’s best EPA fuel economy?
The best combined EPA rating is 29 MPG.
What is the lowest listed Canadian fuel consumption?
The lowest listed NRCan consumption is 7.9 L/100 km on the five-cycle test.