2004 Suzuki Verona S review from North America

A Check Engine light due to a faulty sensor did not keep me from using the car during the 2 weeks it took to get the part in.

Recent excessive white smoke occasionally during initial start-up.

I bought my 2004 Verona from Driving 2000 in Huntsville, AL as well and it was a fantastic experience with them and the car. They even delivered the car to me in Atlanta.

The CHECK ENGINE light came on at 1200 miles, but it was a mere sensor and did not affect the driveability. The dealer ordered the part and was able to fix it within a couple of weeks. I drove the car during the wait with no problems.

Recently I have noticed excessive white smoke when I first start it, but this doesn't happen all the time.

It's quick, and smooth. The transmission is unique and though it seems to operate differently than other cars, it performs exactly the way it is designed to.

I had worse luck with my $40K Mercedes a few years back so buying a name doesn't always mean buying quality.

Compare the Verona to others in its class (Maxima, Camry, etc.) and you'll find the Verona 6 cylinder is not an option, but standard and runs about $8K less than its competitors equipped with like options. I even compared it to the Sonata and Optima and believe I got a better buy.

Once upon a time this would have been called a mid-size, but these days it's a full size and considering the 6 banger under the hood, the size/weight of the car and the thrust that it offers, I am not at all disappointed with its mileage. After all, it's not a commuter econo-box.