1989 Suzuki Sidekick review from North America
"Most reliable 4x4 ever made"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Power brakes freeze up when it's cold, but still work.
General comments?
I cannot believe how reliable and inexpensive this vehicle is. I have poured the kilometers into this little engine and it doesn't quit. My friends laugh at how little gas it uses, and it will literally go anywhere when you put it in 4WD.
The soft top is nice during the summer, but winters are rough if you're cruising at 120km bare chested on the highway.
Seats are uncomfortable on long journeys.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 340000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 385000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Campervan |
| Date of Entry | 14th March, 2009 |