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Re: 2008 Suzuki SX4- Great Little Car! [theking]
by squirtee
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Jan 13, 2008 (8:02 pm)
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Replying to: theking (Jan 13, 2008 5:45 pm)
I have not compared its interior to anything else- except my other vehicles-but I have no problems with mine. (yes, pretty basic -even in my opinion) But I think of it as this: its not a Escalade either! I still think its a good value car for the money- especially when I'm not sliding around the hills of Pittsburgh in the snow and that I can pass a gas station more often than not!
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unbelievably practical
by westernskier
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Jan 19, 2008 (6:13 pm)
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I recently purchased the 2008 SX4, and wow, what a vehicle. It's quick, good on gas, and the AWD is amazing. I live in Michigan, and it takes on the snow and ice like it's on dry pavement. It's a very nice car, and I plan to keep it for quite awhile.
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Really handles snow and icy conditioins
by jbrew7
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Jan 23, 2008 (9:52 am)
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I purchased my Copper Red SX4 last April. And I must say this car is one of the best purchases I have made. I live in the Lake Tahoe area and I commute over a 7200 ' pass every day. This car handles the road with no problems. We had some real icy roads the other day and cars were sliding all over the place--the SX4 handled great!!! I would recommend this car to anyone who needs an affordable AWD. Sure it's small, but with gas prices the way they are, it's perfect. I would put this car up against any high priced, gas guzzling SUV any day.
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Re: Really handles snow and icy conditioins [jbrew7]
by nryan1
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Jan 23, 2008 (11:06 am)
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Replying to: jbrew7 (Jan 23, 2008 9:52 am)
That is really, really good to hear! It's always so hard when making a decision to buy a new car, but having the security of going up and down hills and great handling abilities is very important to me, and so far this is the only vehicle I've seen that matches all my needs (plus great gas mileage!). Did you get the touring or convenience package? Do you like the copper color? I'm having a hard time deciding. I liked the silver, but I liked the copper too!
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Re: Really handles snow and icy conditioins [nryan1]
by jbrew7
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Jan 23, 2008 (11:29 am)
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Replying to: nryan1 (Jan 23, 2008 11:06 am)
I purchased a manual sunlight copper SX4 sport. I test-drove both the manual and automatic and really preferred the control of the manual, plus the manual is $1000 cheaper. I also never thought I would of liked the keyless entry and start. I would definitely recommend the sport over all the others since you get so much more for not much of a price increase.
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RPMs with Manual and Auto
by colloquor
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Jan 28, 2008 (10:41 am)
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We're considering a SX4 Crossover, and would like to know what RPM the engine turns at 70MPH with the 4-speed automatic and the 5-speed manual transmissions. So, SX4 automatic and stick owners please let me know!
Thanks,
Don
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Wow!
by nryan1
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Feb 01, 2008 (5:47 am)
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Just purchased an '08 SX4 and love it! It handles well, goes through the snow great....and climbs hills with a lot of guts. I hope to have this vehicle for a very long time!
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Re: Wow! [nryan1]
by squirtee
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Feb 01, 2008 (6:09 am)
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Replying to: nryan1 (Feb 01, 2008 5:47 am)
I just drove to work this morning after an ice storm, (when even getting out of my driveway can be a challenge) but the little SX4 acted like it was a sunny day in Florida!!! I really am impressed with this little car !
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Re: RPMs with Manual and Auto [colloquor]
by hondadave7
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Feb 05, 2008 (9:15 am)
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Replying to: colloquor (Jan 28, 2008 10:41 am)
I purchased a 2008 sx4 1-22-2008. 1. In 5th gear the rpm's are 3,000 70 mph on a 2008.
2. The 2007 sx4 5th gear is lower, so the rpm's are 3,400 70 mph.. The 2008 sx4 automatic in highest gear(4th) was 2,600 rpm 70 mph.. The transmission had to down shift constantly when changing speed, the engine would then increase to 3,500 to 3,600 rpm's. I didn't like it. The "convenience package" is well worth the $500.00. The mileage has been 27.4 mpg highway 70 mph.
Go drive one, it's a real sleeper. David
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