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#141 of 217 Re: 2012 model changes [rktbrkr] by gregg_vw

Jan 29, 2012 (6:32 pm)

Replying to: rktbrkr (Jan 29, 2012 2:22 pm)
No, instead they closed dealers in 2010 like it was the end of the world. It was a stupid idea to consolidate dealers in order to move more units per dealer. You need to have dealers close by, or people won't buy. Here in WI, they closed every Suzuki dealer in the northeast quadrant of the state. Sales plunged in that area. It didn't take a rocket surgeon to predict that.
 
I loved my loaded SX4, but am just as glad to be rid of it. This company is in deep trouble with its US arm. And now the Kizashi is already in its third year. No powertrain changes, no significant updates of any sort. Kizashi was a decent entry in 2010. Today, it is not keeping up with the competition. Where are they going to get the funds to renew this model in the next two years?

#142 of 217 Re: 2012 model changes [gregg_vw] by rktbrkr

Jan 30, 2012 (9:56 am)

Replying to: gregg_vw (Jan 29, 2012 6:32 pm)
The US sales levels don't justify updating the models, only about ^K annually for Kizashi, I don't know their total global sales.
 
Total US sales of all autos is about 25K only one quarter of what they were selling a few years ago (mostly rebranded thru GM). Amazing they didn't sign up a lot of GM dealers who lost GM dead brand franchises.
 
I think their products are fine, esp Kizahi, but they can't continue with this dealer network.

#143 of 217 pulled the trigger by kizashiowner

Feb 19, 2012 (4:36 pm)

After 4 month of none stop research and test drive others , I bought the SLS AWD Sport 2012 in Black Metallic. drove 100 miles in the highway and WOW 35 MPG, didn't expect that as it is listed 29MPG. love the design turning so many heads already, interior Audi quality, they didn't spare any details, check out the quality of every part used in the car from the break to the tires to the leather all the way to the engine amazing quality. Best of all I don't feel I am a part of the herd, the AWD and the tire makes me corner with joy, be careful as you drive thinking you are doing 55 but you are at 85 smooth and quiet, amazing quality, perfect design. Love it.

#144 of 217 kizashiowner... by iluvmysephia1

Feb 19, 2012 (8:25 pm)

indeed, I test drove one in April 2010, yes, the original U.S. Suzuki Kizashi for sale in the States, and the automatic CVT did not disappoint. I wanted a red 6-speed standard transmission Kizashi, went in to negotiations but didn't get the deal I wanted. When I look back the dealer was just trying to make a bit more of a profit, for the amount of beautiful car I was getting we both would've walked away winners and happy at the same time. But I ended up walking away with our '08 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS, and I still love our Lancer GTS, so that is cool.
 
But wow, I loved that Kizashi and would not hesitate later to buy one. You're right, smooth driving experience, quiet in the cabin and solid build quality. I figured I needed to buy the red Kizashi, this car is amazing.
 
So there ya go, kizashiowner, ya done good! If you don't mind please come on back here and week-ta-week or month-ta-month give us your Kizashi update as far as the driving exerience goes, fuel economy, dealership experience, etc. That way us Kizashi droolers can get our fill about what we're missing, OK?

#146 of 217 Re: kizashiowner... [iluvmysephia1] by kizashiowner

Feb 27, 2012 (2:05 pm)

Replying to: iluvmysephia1 (Feb 19, 2012 8:25 pm)
The car has been great so far, true fun to drive. There is active community kizashiclub check it out as there are so much information from Kizashi owners.

#147 of 217 kizashiowner... by iluvmysephia1

Mar 01, 2012 (1:29 am)

excellent tip. Thanks! I'll check it out.

#148 of 217 car of the Year by rktbrkr

Mar 01, 2012 (5:57 am)

Replying to: rktbrkr (Jan 30, 2012 9:56 am)
Subaru per Consumer Reports, they don't even review Suzuki - not enough volume. All 6 Subaru models come highly rated. A steep hill for Suzuki to climb. If you can find a discounted lease that shifts the risk of Suzuki leaving the market to the factory but it doesn't look like they do much lease discounting.
 
I think the Impreza is underpowered but with $4 gas approaching a slightly underpowered Subaru that gets 10MPG more than the Kizashi might be the better deal. Feb Suzuki sales will be out in a week. Stay tuned, I think they are going to do an Isuzu unless they get GM to rebadge some of their vehicles.

#149 of 217 Re: concerns [rcopa1] by maranelloguy

Mar 21, 2012 (5:08 pm)

Replying to: rcopa1 (Jan 04, 2012 6:33 pm)
The warranty is actually 3 yrs/ 36,000. The 7 yr / 100K you're referring to is for the powertrain only.

#150 of 217 Re: concerns [maranelloguy] by wolfie_c

Sep 09, 2012 (4:23 pm)

Replying to: maranelloguy (Mar 21, 2012 5:08 pm)
Here in Canada Suzuki needs to offer better warranties to match brands like Kia, Hyundai and Mitsubishi. Just bought a Suzuki Kizashi SX AWD and am loving it. Now since 1995 I have only owned Suzuki and presently am keeping my Aerio that has 267,000 Kilometres. It has absolutely no rust and really i have spent far lesson it than owners of other equivalent brands who also have to contend with rust buckets as well. the following repairs were required on the Aerio. Transfer Case seal replacement within warranty period. Then cooling tensioner with belt 165,000 Km. All the hoses near the 195,000 Km. Finally the front ball-joints with arms at the 255,000 Km. Total of these repairs about a $1000 spread-over 10 years. The battery was changed once, front brake pads and discs 3 times averaging close to 100,000 Km per set and also recently the rear drums and shoes. Hopefully the Kizashi will keep up the good times I have had with Suzuki brands. By the way I did test drive the Altima, Optima, Sonata, Accord, Camry, Fusion and Subaru Legacy as I thought of getting away from Suzuki. However, the Kizashi was the most comfortable and enjoyable to drive.

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