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2010 Suzuki Kizashi Review

October 27, 2009

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Styling is conservative by the uninhibited standards of Suzuki’s three Kizashi concepts, but it’s far from wallflower.
Car and Driver

reminds us a lot of the current VW Jetta, and there's nothing wrong with that
MotorWeek

looks like an angrier VW Jetta
Jalopnik

The 2010 Kizashi is the all-new flagship of Suzuki's U.S. lineup, and while it's based on several very daring concept-car designs of the same name, the production Kizashi has ended up quite conservative.

MotorWeek says that the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi "certainly looks great," and sees "design elements from all three of its conceptual namesakes." Car and Driver agrees, remarkng, "Styling is conservative by the uninhibited standards of Suzuki’s three Kizashi concepts, but it’s far from wallflower." Popular Mechanics likes it, commenting, "With an exterior design blending Japanese and European flavors, the Kizashi stands out in a largely bland crowd."

Several sources see similarities to other vehicles up close, in the details, with the Volkswagen Jetta coming up more than once. "In a market crowded by vehicles dull in appearance, it at least looks like an angrier VW Jetta in red," says Jalopnik, while MotorWeek asserts, "The split-level grille and twin lower intakes reminds us a lot of the current VW Jetta, and there's nothing wrong with that.

The 2010 Suzuki Kizashi feels upscale and stylish inside—and far from the Spartan interiors of some other four-cylinder mid-size sedans. MotorWeek calls the interior "airy and upscale," notes the soft-touch dash, and says that its "sharply-drawn lines are intended to mimic the precision of a Samurai's blade." Popular Mechanics deems the interior appearance "richer and more tasteful than what one usually finds in the midsize category."

Conclusion

The 2010 Suzuki Kizashi doesn't break the mold in any way, but its interior feels especially upscale and stylish.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Styling is conservative by the uninhibited standards of Suzuki’s three Kizashi concepts, but it’s far from wallflower.Car and Driverreminds us a lot of the current VW Jetta, and there's nothing wrong with thatMotorWeeklooks like an angrier VW JettaJalopnik The 2010 Kizashi is the all-new flagship of Suzuki's U.S. lineup, and while it's based on several very daring concept-car designs of the same name, the production Kizashi has ended up quite conservative. MotorWeek says that the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi "certainly looks great," and sees "design elements from all three of its conceptual namesakes." Car and Driver agrees, remarkng, "Styling is conservative by the uninhibited standards of Suzuki’s three Kizashi concepts, but it’s far from wallflower." Popular Mechanics likes it, commenting, "With an exterior design blending Japanese and European flavors, the Kizashi stands out in a largely bland crowd." Several sources see similarities to other vehicles up close, in the details, with the Volkswagen Jetta coming up more than once. "In a market crowded by vehicles dull in appearance, it at least looks like an angrier VW Jetta in red," says Jalopnik, while MotorWeek asserts, "The split-level grille and twin lower intakes reminds us a lot of the current VW Jetta, and there's nothing wrong with that. The 2010 Suzuki Kizashi feels upscale and stylish inside—and far from the Spartan interiors of some other four-cylinder mid-size sedans. MotorWeek calls the interior "airy and upscale," notes the soft-touch dash, and says that its "sharply-drawn lines are intended to mimic the precision of a Samurai's blade." Popular Mechanics deems the interior appearance "richer and more tasteful than what one usually finds in the midsize category." ConclusionThe 2010 Suzuki Kizashi doesn't break the mold in any way, but its interior feels especially upscale and stylish. 2010 SUZUKI KIZASHI STYLING | [8 out of 10] Car and Driver: "Styling is conservative by the uninhibited standards of Suzuki’s three Kizashi concepts, but it’s far from wallflower." MotorWeek: "reminds us a lot of the current VW Jetta , and there's nothing wrong with that" Jalopnik: ...

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With dimensions that are closer to mid-size sedans like the Toyota Camry in looking at its cabin but closer to compacts like the Corolla when considering overall dimensions, the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi lands in an underrepresented part of the U.S. sedan market. But it doesn't take on those bread-and-butter family sedans like Accord, Camry, and Malibu. Instead—even though Suzuki succeeds in making the Kizashi a lower-budget alternative to the likes of the Audi A4 or Acura TL (both about the same size as the Suzuki)—its main rivals are the sportier mid-size sedan models, along with a few of the most attractive, spacious compacts. The Kizashi has a little more style and personality than the Ford Fusion, although the Fusion handles surprisingly well; it also feels more nimble than the Mazda6 and feels considerably firmer and sportier than the new Subaru Legacy, which has standard all-wheel drive. Both the Legacy and Altima have cheaper-feeling interior appointments and less-supportive seats but share the choice of manual transmission or CVT. Finally, for those considering the base Kizashi S model, the stylish new Kia Forte is one of many compacts that starts at a considerably lower price—with an interior that might feel almost as spacious—but it doesn't have the refinement and sophisticated driving feel offered by the Kizashi.

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