2001 Suzuki Esteem GLX Wagon review from North America
"Better off going back to GM"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The rear hatch door requires that you must slam it shut.
I left the car at the dealership, and they said that there was no problem.
Interior lights would not work properly, this was finally solved because of the rear door.
Driver's side head rest will not lock in place.
Fuel gauge fluctuates too much, giving inaccurate readings.
Fuel economy is not as good as reviews have shown it to be.
Defrosting vents blows too much heat into your face, insufficient heat to defrost the side windows.
Side mirrors have to be de-fogged or cleared manually.
Now, my 'check engine light' is on, on this new car? Why?
General comments?
This car was definitely not built for comfort.
The cup-holders are placed right in front of the shifter.
Steering wheel blocks the visual display of dash.
The oil dip stick level indicator is not clear. I thought I was low on oil, but the owners manual said that the level should be in between the two holes.
Fuel economy did not make a definite impact.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 3/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 500 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 8600 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 2nd December, 2001 |