Cute SX4 Needs More-Comfortable Seats

2009 Suzuki SX4 Crossover AWD

model as tested $17,108

Test Drove 1/29/09–2/5/09
reviewed by Sherrice Gilsbach

I’m on the fence about the 2009 Suzuki SX4 Crossover. I absolutely loved its looks, its low, low price, and its all-wheel drive and standard electronic stability control. The SX4 handled my demonic, snow-drift-covered driveway with absolute grace, and it took sharp corners with just a little leaning. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, but a four-speed automatic is available. I could tell right away that this lil’ trooper wasn’t getting stuck in the snow, no matter how rough the conditions.

The SX4 had enough power to accelerate in fifth gear. With that peppy five-speed manual, it gets an EPA-estimated 21/28 mpg city/highway in all-wheel-drive versions.

On the flip side, I couldn’t stand the SX4’s uncomfortable seating, the stereo’s whining, buzzing sound and the backseat’s floppy seat belt latches that my kids couldn’t manage.

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