Suzuki Sidekick first generation
The Suzuki Sidekick first generation (1989–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 33 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: ET, TA · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,200–2,480 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
228 complaints for model years 1989–1998. 24 crashes · 9 fires · 30 injuries · 1 death
- Engine 36
- Suspension 31
- Transmission and drivetrain 21
- Seat belts 20
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 33 versions of the Suzuki Sidekick first generation
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United States 28 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991–1998(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 19982MODE 2LKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1991–1998(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 19982MODE 2LKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1998 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1998 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1998 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1998 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1996–1998(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · 2MODE 2LKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1998 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1997–1998(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · 2MODE 2LKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1998 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1993–1997(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1991–1997(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1997(FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS) (MPFI) · (16VALVES) (FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS) (MPFI), 2MODE CLKUP · (16VALVES) (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS) (MPFI) · (16VALVES) (FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1994(16VALVES) (FFS) · (FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1994(16VALVES) (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1994(16VALVES) (FFS) · (FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1990(FFS) (SPFI) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1989–1990(FFS) (SPFI) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 1989–1990(FFS) (SPFI) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
| 1989(FFS) | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1998Sport utility vehicle | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 11.2–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258–260 g/km |
| 1995–1998Sport utility vehicle | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.4–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 239–246 g/km |
| 1995–1998Sport utility vehicle | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 251 g/km |
| 1996–1998Sport utility vehicle | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258 g/km |
| 1996–1998Sport utility vehicle | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.