Galvanized Suzuki Sx4 body. Choosing a Suzuki crossover: SX4 or Vitara? SX4 operation problems

What will be for the minimum price:

Engine 1600 cm? (108 hp), manual gearbox, front and rear power windows, central locking, heat supply to the rear passenger seats,
audio preparation: antenna (on the rear roof), 4 tweeters (built into the front and rear doors).

Reviews about Suzuki sx4:

Appearance:

• First saw Suzuki SX4 on the track. I liked the design of the car at first sight. Attractive design made me pay attention and look back. Respect and respect for Italdesign.

• The design of the car is not to be missed. In reality, the Suzuki looks much more expensive than on the price tags.

In the cabin:

• Examined the Japanese from top to bottom. I didn't find any flaws. For the assembly of a solid five.

• The climate is excellent. In mode full automatic air conditioning provides moderate coolness. There are no cracks, obviously it does not blow out and does not siphon. In winter, it keeps the temperature perfectly, the interior warms up quickly, the car is warm.

• Music can be controlled on the steering wheel. Happy with the sound quality. Full stuffing - RDS radio, MP3, 6 speakers, USB connector.

• For a street disco, the acoustics of a radio tape recorder are clearly not enough, but as a car audio system, it is quite satisfactory.

• Nicely framed dashboard. Reddish illumination of devices, convenient location of buttons - always at hand. Instrument information is accessible and easy to read.

• For a car of this size, the interior is surprisingly spacious. I don’t complain about height and weight (1.78 m x 80 kg), but I can fit without problems. Excellent comfort, even back seat you don't know where to hide your legs.

• Front seats with excellent lateral support, moderately hard and tenacious. Adjustments provide comfortable fit regardless of size and weight!

• The comfort of the driver's seat suits even me with a height of 1.75 and a weight of 100 kg. Now, on long trains, I completely forget what fatigue and a sore back are.

• On the finish clearly decided to save. Plastic throughout the cabin - the dashboard, door trim, casing of the side pillars, is no good. Not only is it oak, it can also be scratched with one fingernail.

• Interior plastic is a huge fly in the ointment in a cup of honey … Not bad to the touch, but hard as iron. At the same time, scratches are terribly easy to form.

• I don't understand why in this nice car such unreliable seats. Primitive profile, no lateral support and lumbar support.

Trunk:

• The original system of folding the back of the rear seat - pressed the button, pulled the cord and that's it. The back was gone.

• With the rear seats folded down, there is room in the trunk for a wagon and a small trolley.

• Very small trunk, although it is convenient to use it.
• 270 liters for the trunk is clearly not enough.

Paintwork:

• The coloring is excellent! I had a chance to somehow ride on the primer in the middle of the field. My heart bled at the sound of grass scraping along the sides and dry stems. But it was impossible to go around, we had to go further. Leaving decided to look at the condition of the body. I was already ready to swear, but when I walked around the car, my heart was relieved - not a single scratch, as if I had not driven on the grass !!! Well done!

Controllability:

• SX instantly reacts to any action. Obedient steering, sensitive brakes. Not a car, but a hysterical woman (in a good sense of the word).

• Quite unexpectedly, I enjoyed handling: the car is very frisky and easily controlled, super obedient.

• The functionality and information content of the steering wheel pleases. Everything in moderation, no extra bells and whistles. Especially liked to steer at the entrance to the turn.

• The excellent mobility and agility of the SX4. Unfolded literally in one place.

• Successful overall dimensions - maneuvers are carried out easily and quickly, finding a place to park is not at all difficult.

• Excellent road holding on the track, swaying and roll of the car is not felt at all.

• At 110 outside the cities, excellent stability.

• With such a height and width of the car, it feels like the car is shaking and swaying on every bump. Probably, it also adds a rigid energy-intensive controlled suspension.

Smooth running:

• The suspension is just right for our roads - tough and elastic in moderation, goes through potholes perfectly, and speed bumps flies at once. I personally checked it outside the city at the "tank track".

• Suzuki is harsh, it feels every pothole on the road, so there is no particular desire to jump at speed through the pits.

• Perhaps the stiffness of the suspension is highly dependent on the small wheelbase.

Agility:

• As a matter of fact, as for a compact crossover, the dynamics are quite satisfactory both in the city and on the highway.

• Pleasantly pleased with the dynamics of dispersal of cars with manual transmission is very pleased.

• The 1.6 liter engine is rather weak. Despite the claimed 107 horses, this is not enough for extreme road conditions. You can’t climb a steep or climb on crumbling soil without slipping the clutch.

Transmission:

• (Automatic transmission): The machine showed itself with better side- Switches instantly, does not twitch and does not tupit. Compared to others personally tested, it is a cut above, especially compared to the Peugeot automatic.

• The machine worked fine, no complaints.

• (Automatic transmission): Automatic unpleasantly surprised. Four speeds must be twisted, similar to a dinosaur egg. The transition from third to fourth and at a speed of more than 4 thousand, an unpleasant push is felt.

• (Manual transmission): The mechanics have become much worse - the speeds are not switched so clearly, the first gear is engaged only after the clutch is pressed again.

• I confirm the disgusting work of the manual transmission. Here the Suzuki SX4 is a minus, and a huge one. First gear is quite hard to get into. Verified personally.

Brakes:

• Tried to check the brakes. On a sharp (at 90 degrees) turn a couple of times succumb to the gas. The ESP reaction is instantaneous - it immediately began to put out the speed and slow down. Class!

• I had to use ABS. Great job.

• Excellent grippy brakes grippy. Actually, I can’t say anything about ABC, as long as it was manageable and there was enough distance for braking.

• ABS is designed in such a way that there are no brakes on a slippery track at all! They don't grab at all!

Noise isolation:

• Noise isolation is no good. After 2500 the engine hums like a locomotive. The sound is such that you wonder if a 2-liter engine is installed. After 5 thousand, the roar is such that no acoustics will drown out.

• After 4 thousand revolutions, the engine begins to strain and put pressure on the ears.

• In the driver's seat, the soundproofing is disgusting, and in the back seat in general - as if they were dragging their heads over the heater.

• Obviously, there is no soundproofing in the SX-4 at all. Even after 3000 rpm, the engine noise gets out. True, at a speed of 100 km / h, its roar drowns out a very strong wind noise.

Reliability:

• Drove already 13,000 kilometers on the speedometer. For 2 thousand km before MOT it was possible to repair only the clutch. The rest of the mechanics are fine.

• Normal departure for three years. Factory warranty ran out and didn't need to use it. It went without repair.
• During operation, it was possible only to change the oil and filter during maintenance. Otherwise, no problem.

Patency:

• The pleasure is above average - when driving, you don’t have to think about how not to hook a curb or a speed bump. With a base of 250 cm and a clearance of 175 mm, you do not notice any obstacles.

• Decent clearance and huge wheels in the city do not notice various kinds of curbs. There are no obstacles in the cities at all. The place where I previously tore off rear bumper on KIA Rio (), I fly like on the runway.

• All-wheel drive and excellent ground clearance allows you to easily pass places impassable for a monodrive - whether deep ruts, slippery slopes, deep snow, dumps after snow removal equipment, wet snow and many other unpleasant places.

• All the possibilities of an SUV practically negate the huge front overhang. According to the passport, the clearance is quite normal, but in winter the protection rakes everything in a row. With front-wheel drive in a snowdrift, you can stick around for a very long time.

Operating cost:

• At the first maintenance, I changed the oil, adjusted the toe-in - collapse, checked everything that was possible - it cost 3.3 thousand rubles. At the same time, there are no queues at the service.

• Fuel consumption is just super - 6.9 liters 95 in the city, in normal mode no more than 8.5 liters. On the track about 7 liters, but on high speeds. At speeds over 130 km / h it is very difficult to stay within 7 liters. Manual transmission behaves well in the city, paired with the engine work perfectly.

• Normal fuel consumption. In the summer in the city 8.5 liters, on the highway at a planned speed of about 7.5 liters. Read more about fuel consumption in the article.

• Already at the first MOT after 1000 km I had to pay 7000 rubles. And the work is - they changed the oil, control, wheel alignment !!!

• scarce and very expensive parts. It takes a very long time to get a replacement.

• In my opinion, the cost for this class of car is clearly overpriced. Even with such a clearance, it is unjustified to give 740 thousand rubles for an ordinary city hatchback.

In frost:

• From the first turn of the lamb, in just 5 seconds it starts up at minus 32 degrees. Cool!
• Started without problems even at minus 37.

Other details:

• High level of security - four airbags.

• Security is top notch. Enough rigid body and 6 SRS, as well as pretensioner belts inspire confidence.

• Decent equipment SX-4 - climate control, ESP, EBD, 4WD, plastic protection of thresholds and arches, bumper reinforcement both front and rear.

• Doors work great, no distortion.

• Particularly pleased with the comfortable and functional ergonomics.

• The review is limited by a very wide left pillar, you can not notice a pedestrian and even a car. You have to stretch your neck like a giraffe or climb with your whole body on the steering wheel to inspect the dead zone.

• Doors don't close much better than Zhiguli - you won't slam, you won't close.

• Buyers waited two months. During this time, only one person called on the phone on the Internet. I had to take it to the salon.

• Traveled only good roads. Anyway, after 2000 km everything creaked in the cabin, I'm afraid that the whole lining will soon fall off.

• When I start moving, in first gear the plastic starts to rattle like in our eight or nine. While there was no radio, the plastic of its regular place creaked.

• Foglights are broken by stones. And this additional expenses they are still expensive.

• The illumination of the road from regular headlights is very weak.

View technical data Suzuki SX4
and compare it with your current car or other models you are interested in

Modification II (S-Cross) Hatchback 5 doors. 1.6 CVT (117 HP) (2013-...) II (S-Cross) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 CVT (117 HP) 4WD (2013-...) II (S-Cross) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (117 HP) (2013-...) II (S-Cross) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (117 HP) 4WD (2013-...) II (S-Cross) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6d MT (120 HP) (2013-...) II (S-Cross) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6d MT (120 HP) 4WD (2013-...) I (Classic) Sedan 1.6 AT (106 HP) (2007-...) I (Classic) Sedan 1.6 MT (106 HP) (2007-...) I (Classic) Sedan 2.0 AT (145 HP) (2007-...) I (Classic) Sedan 2.0 MT (145 HP) (2007-.. .) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.5 MT (99 HP) (2006-2009) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 AT (106 HP) (2006-2009) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 AT (112 HP) (2009-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 AT (112 HP) 4WD (2009-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (106 HP) (2006-2009) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (106 HP) 4WD (2006-2009) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (112 HP) (2009-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (112 HP) 4WD (2009-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (120 HP) (2009-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6 MT (120 HP) 4WD (2009-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.6d MT (88 HP) (2007-2008) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.9d MT (129 HP) (2006-2009) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 1.9d MT (129 HP) 4WD (2006-2009) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 2.0 AT (140 HP) (2010-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 2.0 AT (140 HP) 4WD (2010-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 2.0 MT (140 HP) (2010-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 2.0 MT (140 HP) 4WD (2010-...) I (Classic) Hatchback 5 doors 2.0d MT (135 HP) 4WD (2009-...)

It makes sense to look at a direct competitor.

Suzuki SX4 is tailored to the same recipes as Renault Sandero, And Vesta Cross: lifted a regular sedan or hatchback - got new crossover. Moreover, in the form of a sedan, the car looks no less organic than in the form of a crossover. And the “intermediate” version, a tall and all-wheel drive hatchback without an off-road body kit, looks good too. Today we will talk mainly about the "off-road" hatchback: it is still the most common version of the SX4. First - about the body, interior, electrics and chassis, and then - about the transmission and engines.

History of technology

During the creation of the SX4, Suzuki was "friends" with by Fiat, so don't be surprised by the Fiat turbodiesels under the hood of these cars, or other smaller borrowings. And don't be shocked by the presence of the "twin" Fiat Sedici, suspiciously similar to the SX4: the companies worked together on the model, and the design was handled by Giugiaro himself.

Don't be intimidated by the Hungarian assembly: the quality of the cars remains Japanese regardless of the country of assembly. It may not be as high as Toyota's, but there is definitely something to brag about.

True, the machine itself is made cheap. In every sense - both in terms of the quality of materials and the thoroughness of handling, comfort and ergonomics. Well, as for the cost of operation, including.

Now the oldest cars of this model have crossed the ten-year age threshold, but the bulk are just approaching it: most cars were sold after 2008. Let's see how a car of this age and this class endures our roads, it's no secret that small cars are made worse and simpler than large and expensive ones.

By the way, in addition to Hungary, where Suzuki has its own factory, which produced most of the SX4 for Russian market, SX4 was also produced in Japan, India, Indonesia and China.

Body

The bodies of the five-door "off-road" SX4 hold up well in general. The main drawback noted is a relatively thin and weak layer of paint, prone to chipping and easily peeling off in places of damage. Unfortunately, not all manufacturers are good at putting paint on galvanized metal, and Suzuki had little experience in this matter. However, these are all trifles, and in general, it was thanks to galvanization that this generation of cars almost ceased to suffer from age-related corrosion, which the previous models were “famous for”.

In off-road cars, the thresholds and arches are well protected with plastic lining, and if the body was looked after a little, preventing pitting from spreading, washing away dirt from under the lining and thresholds and sometimes updating anticorrosive, then the body keeps no worse than European Volkswagen and Volvo. Places paintwork damage on the doors and fenders are practically not prone to corrosion, and the hood and frame windshield hold on, though worse, but slightly.

Traditionally at risk backdoor. Especially - on cars with a simple color, and the "metallic" is a little more reliable. The places of damage on the fifth door are standard: the lower rolling and the line of contact between the hood and rear lights with metal.

From the bottom of the car, everything is a little more complicated. Under the plastic lockers, the metal is covered only with paint and really does not like the accumulation of dirt that cars often suffer off-road. They need to wash all possible places where soil accumulates, especially in thresholds and arches.

The anticorrosive layer on the bottom is also not a record one, but it is often scratched. When buying, it is worth checking both the condition of the coating on the bottom, and the condition of the bumper mounts and plastic thresholds. They break off regularly, and despite the relatively low price tag for original parts, they are very reluctant to change.

Front wing

original price

6 786 rubles

Of the troubles that have a bad effect on the condition of the body as a whole, we note the possible leakage of the railing mounts on the roof and the plugs in the bottom. The latter are often damaged, which leads to the accumulation of water in a thin layer of noise insulation on the bottom of the car. Fortunately, this nuisance is rare, and it is easy to check its existence. Moreover, it is necessary to check: cars with this defect may have through corrosion bottoms at the driver's feet and numerous traces of seam corrosion from the inside.

With a not very reliable fuel pump, there is no hatch in the cabin to access it and replace it. Of course, no one is in a hurry to remove the tank, so the hole is simply cut out with a crown or grinder (the choice of tool depends on the desire of the barbarians in the car service). It is clear that the state of the body in the area of ​​​​the new hatch is very different. Rarely does anyone immediately care about the condition of the seam, and in this area, due to the accumulation of dirt on top of the gas tank and poor ventilation, it is usually quite humid.

The sheet metal front subframe is thin and rusts quickly and hard. The anticorrosive subframe needs to be updated regularly, but most of the owners neglect this operation. After a run of one and a half to two hundred thousand kilometers, you need to check carefully, and not only from the bottom, but also from above, where moisture accumulates.

The side members near the mounting of the rear suspension beam and the beam itself will also require close attention. Here you can often find massive surface corrosion.

Often, instead of clips for fastening thresholds and bumpers, you can find ordinary screws. This is especially true for cars from the outback and after careless operation. This is affected by the worst availability of spare parts and, again, the budget model and its maintenance. Unfortunately, many perceive the car as a competitor to the Niva and Zhiguli and treat Suzuki accordingly.

Windshield

original price

20 004 rubles

At fog lights glass cracks easily from temperature fluctuations and flying stones. Well, rubbed headlights and weak windshields are a common thing for any budget cars.

After hundreds of thousands of runs, you usually already have something to put your hands on. Smokers often have scratches on the side windows: the poor sealing material collects small pebbles, and the glass itself is soft here.

Relatively thin and fragile bumpers are definitely not suitable for off-road, but the price of the bumper base is low. The main thing is not to lose the grilles and moldings.

limiter driver's door crackles after 60-80 thousand run, but the door keeps. But the windows are often unscrewed, which is why the front windows do not rise to the end. It is not difficult to fix them: you just need to tighten a couple of mounting bolts onto the latch. But the doors will have to be disassembled, which often results in breakage of fragile plastic.

The wiper trapezoid may bend, after which you will need to re-position the levers. But it rarely turns sour, and mostly for those whose car costs more than it drives.

Salon

The interior of the car is simple and poor. Fortunately, the front panel plastic and door cards it resists time well, but the seats, floor carpet and plastic "offal" hold up worse. The interior of the car rumbles at least slightly. And it’s good that we mainly have post-styling cars: the pre-styling interior is made worse and ages faster.

Pictured: Suzuki SX4 ‘2006–10 interior

Somewhere more, somewhere less, depending on the year and condition, the glove box mount rumbles, air ducts climate system, armrest box and lining of the center console. And the windows are still banging on the doors. Fortunately, all this is not heard at speed: tires and the engine muffle the noise, and if the car is all-wheel drive, then the transmission also helps them. But if suddenly the asphalt is smooth and the tires are quiet, then get ready to listen to these sounds.

True, after 130 km / h everything drowns out the noise of the wind: the door seals are not very successful, the windows are thin, and the mirrors are large. And the music can't drown it out, it's weak here.

The seats and steering wheel do not hide the mileage, and after 60-80 thousand mileage, the plastic looks already slightly greasy, and the seats begin to lose shape. Closer to two hundred thousand mileage, the seat frame can capitulate. If the driver weighs more than 100 kilograms, the frame can even be broken, but more often something just starts to creak inside, and the microlift stops working.

Pictured: Suzuki SX4 ‘2009–14 interior

Well-groomed specimens that know the delights of dry cleaning and even additional sound insulation, are quite rare. The bulk of cars with a mileage of more than a hundred thousand flaunt a very worn interior, which can be considered a serious drawback. So the year and mileage (and also the owner and place of operation) are very important here.

But with the fact that drivers above 170 cm cannot find a good fit, they will have to put up with a car of any age. Even if you can put an uncomfortable seat with a short cushion in such a way that it will be convenient to steer and press the pedals (which is difficult to do in the absence of normal steering adjustment), then the visibility will turn out to be completely “no”. Behind the side pillars with a "triangle" KamAZ will easily hide, and the edge of the hood will not be visible behind the inflated front panel.

Electrician

Fortunately, everything is reliable here, and basically only the generator fails. Either it is located unsuccessfully, or competitors from Mitsubishi, whose assembly is installed most often, failed, but its bearings wedge. It is useless and dangerous to lubricate bearings from the outside by spraying: fires occur from excess lubricant. It's good that on cars with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine, changing the generator is easy and convenient.

On machines before restyling, starter and high-voltage wire failures still regularly occur, but this is more likely due to age. The wires just need to be changed sometimes, and the starter is afraid of dirt.

Of course, some malfunctions happen, but they are not regular. Unless the multimedia system sins weakly driven CD and amplifier.

Brakes, suspension and steering

The brake system for such a small car is quite serious and it works reliably. The resource of pads and discs is more than sufficient, so cars with manual transmission usually still have native discs for hundreds of thousands. Even with the "automatic" disk resource is still enough for 60-80 thousand kilometers. The pads are not so durable, but they nurse their 30-50 thousand.

The calipers are solid, the GTZ is solid, the ABS works well and its sensors are well protected. rear drums generally almost eternal. The main thing is to check that they are still slowing down: sometimes the mechanism wedges due to corrosion and wear.

The suspension of the car is not as strong as we would like. The resource of the wheel bearings, especially the rear ones, turned out to be surprisingly small. After 60,000 miles, some cars already start to hum a little, although most cars will require bearing replacement at twice the mileage. True, and this is not a very outstanding result, especially considering that the SX4 does not have low-profile and wide rubber and heavy duty motors.

Behind is a simple and reliable beam. Among its shortcomings, only a tendency to corrosion of the central part can be noted.

Front - MacPherson strut suspension. She has relatively weak construction lever: it is easy to bend, and the ball joint does not change separately. On non-original TRW arms, the bearing can be changed separately, but replacement ball joints do not always fit older arms.

Front shock absorber

original price

6 030 rubles

The shock absorbers can withstand much more than 100 thousand mileage, and at 200 they often cost the original ones (of course, if the car was not overloaded and driven on the ground), but the front strut supports sag. Often a sour bearing needs to be replaced, and it is better to change it as soon as it starts to creak. Otherwise increased wear shock absorber rod seals may cause oil leakage.

Front springs on cross-country machines lose their top coils.

The steering is quite reliable. The problem of cars before restyling - a knocking rail - has become less common on restyled cars. Moreover, if the knock on pre-styling could begin after 30-40 thousand mileage, then the post-styling SX4 rail can withstand three times more.

Usually the problem lies in the materials of the bushings of the rail itself and its fastening. It is recommended to repair immediately, without waiting for the knock to break gear train. It is advisable to check the rail seals more often, and renew the lubricant at every second MOT.

The low resource of the rail tips does not need to be considered big problem: unexpectedly they do not break, so it is enough to periodically check their condition.

EUR very poorly tolerates "bathing" and washing engine compartment. Power connectors lose their tightness with age, so you can get melted contacts or just system failures.

Of course, the SX4 is nothing like the Land Rover Discovery or Mercedes-Benz G-class. This crossover is not so prestigious, comfortable or beautiful (although not everyone likes the Gelik outwardly either). But it is inexpensive and rarely breaks. True, we have not yet said anything about the engines and gearboxes of this "Japanese", but.

Despite the originality of the model given by the unusual format, the Japanese still relied on restraint. The designers did without artistic frills, but endowed the car with a more than recognizable appearance, which does not cause rejection in anyone. Salon is consistent with the spirit of the car: everything is simple and functional.

The Suzuki SX4 went on sale in 2006. Initially in the form of a hatchback, and the sedan got on the conveyor a year later. Until recently, cars were supplied to us from Japan and Hungary, but now all modifications are carried out exclusively from a European plant.

The hatchback lets you choose between front and plug-in all-wheel drive, and the sedan has a front-wheel drive transmission - no options. But the "automatic" can be obtained with any body; and if earlier it was impossible to combine all-wheel drive with automatic transmission, then such a version has appeared relatively recently. The Japanese did not spoil us with a variety of engines, leaving for Russia an uncontested 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 112 liters. With. Then in Europe, the SX4 was sold with a Fiat diesel, and in Japan itself, the small Suzuki had an engine of almost the same power, but a little smaller volume - 111 hp. s., 1490 cm3. The price range for three-year-old cars ranges from 400,000 to 600,000 rubles, and prices do not depend much on the country of origin, bodywork, transmission or drive type.

At first glance, the machine is arranged very simply. spring suspension: front - independent "MacPherson", rear - reliable beam. The engine is a time-tested in-line "four", which interacts either with a 5-speed "mechanics" or with an elderly 4-speed "automatic". Sophisticated electronics also not observed: ABS plus ESP - that's the whole tale. Logically, holy engineering simplicity, multiplied by Japanese reliability, should provide the car with a fair margin of safety. Well, let's check it out!

Body and electrical equipment

No hassle

When buying a three-year-old SX4, you don’t have to worry about the condition of the body: an impressive layer of paint reliably protects iron from the harmful effects of reagents, which generously fertilize the streets of our cities in winter. If during inspection you find signs of rust, then this is a sure sign that the car has been in an accident. And, therefore, an iron reason to think about the advisability of buying such an instance.

Electrical dealers also do not recall any problems. As already mentioned, there is no sophisticated equipment and ingenious sensors - there is simply nothing to break in Suzuki.

Transmission

long summer

Whatever serious problems transmission units are not created in operation. The manual transmission, again for reasons of simplicity, is exceptionally reliable. Clutch front wheel drive car on average, it runs 100,000 km, and it is usually changed as an assembly. And only for all-wheel drive modifications, the service life of this unit, as a rule, is 30-40% shorter.

The automatic transmission is also quite tenacious, and if it capitulated before the car ran 100,000 km, then this clearly indicates that the previous owner tortured the car off-road. You should not blindly trust the first owner for a word: you must definitely check the condition of the box at a branded service station, since a new one costs more than one and a half hundred thousand rubles!

Engine

Only one - but what!

As already mentioned, the Suzuki-SX4 in our country was sold with a single engine - an in-line four with a capacity of 112 hp. With. This engine is as simple as an orange, has high endurance: dealers have never seen “killed” motors in six years. Sometimes this unit requires replacing the timing chain - and then literally in isolated cases and at least after 150,000 kilometers. The chain itself is inexpensive, but with it you need to change two tensioners and a pusher. Belt attachments dealers themselves change according to the regulations every 90,000 km.

Of the minor troubles, one can note the generator on Hungarian copies, which can fail if the car is not driven for one to two weeks in a row. However, it is not at all necessary to change it as an assembly - it is subject to inexpensive repairs.

On some units, the check engine light may come on. You should not panic - the catalyst is to blame, which starts to fool with our fuel. There is no need to repair or change anything: in most cases, dealers simply throw off the error using a service computer. You can do it yourself by disconnecting the battery terminals for more than 30 seconds.

Chassis and steering

Simplicity is the key to reliability

The SX4's suspension is pretty basic. Behind there is a reliable beam, which can be damaged only with the help of a high-quality accident - and nothing else. The front suspension oscillates on MacPherson struts, whose shock absorbers typically last 70,000 to 100,000 kilometers. Lower control arms even more than 150,000–200,000 km go, but the silent blocks in them capitulate earlier - when the numbers on the odometer converge at around 90,000 km. In addition, an unscheduled replacement can also threaten wheel bearings. rear axle- this is to be expected at a mileage of about 50,000 km.

Front brake pads last an average of 25,000–30,000 km, while discs last twice as long. Until 2010, rear mounted drum brakes, which rarely wear out before 100,000 km.

Competitors

New, with a guarantee, for the same money

Buying?

The new SX4 costs from 620 thousand to 825 thousand rubles. Savings compared to a three-year plan can amount to about two hundred thousand. This is a good discount, especially considering that the machine has a high margin of safety. And the point here is not even in the rapid reduction in the cost of used cars, but in the rise in price of new ones. We definitely recommend buying an SX4 at the age of three, as it will definitely not ruin you during operation. The main thing is to first make sure that the car has not been in an accident. And if you are looking at a car with an "automatic", be sure to diagnose the box at the dealer station.

A nice bonus is that dealers often offer a 20-25% discount on labor and 10% on car parts that are out of warranty.

Thank you dealership"Phoenix-Motors" for help in preparing the material

When it comes to buying a used car, you want a miracle to happen. Motorists are trying to find an affordable, reliable, relatively fresh car, the design of which can still be called relevant. Only a few cars can meet these criteria. Suzuki SX4 is one of them.

Simple and reliable: body and interior

The Suzuki SX4 was first shown in 2006. It happened at the Geneva Motor Show, after which, created in collaboration with the company fiat car immediately went on sale. It is noteworthy that Fiat Sedici, which was essentially a twin of a Japanese car, did not gain popularity in our country. Suzuki CX 4 can hardly be called a bestseller, although the Japanese car sold much better. Thanks to this, finding a used SX4, although difficult, is quite possible with due diligence and patience.

Body Suzuki SX4 successfully resists corrosion. There are no problems with paintwork. Considering that we are talking about Japanese car, it can be called flawless. So if centers of corrosion are suddenly found on the copy of your choice, then be sure that the car was painted. It is possible that after serious accident. In whole specimens, even those that have traveled on roads sprinkled with reagents for several years, you will find a red coating only on the threaded connections of the suspension or contacts that moisture can reach.

The interior of the Suzuki SX4 looks plain and boring. One look at the gray and black interior plastic is enough to tell you what is in front of you relatively inexpensive hatchback. But if for a new car this is considered a disadvantage, then in the case of a used SX4, the minus turns into a weighty plus. The fact is that inexpensive and unremarkable plastic has proven itself in operation. It does not scratch, rub off over time and looks like new even on high mileage cars. This is also true for buttons with levers. Claims can only be made to the radio tape recorder, to the failing CD drive. Most owners of Suzuki CX 4 do not bother with repairs and simply change the head unit to a more modern device.

Video: Used cars. Issue. 200 Suzuki SX4

How reliable is the engine, gearbox and hodovka?

Diesel engines under the hood of the Suzuki SX4 sold in our market are rare. At first, we only sold gasoline 106-horsepower hatchbacks with a 1.6-liter engine. In 2010, the Japanese slightly upgraded the power unit, because of this, its power increased to 112 "horses". The design of this engine is simple - it is a guarantor of reliability. Before a run of 100-120 thousand kilometers, you will have to look under the hood only during scheduled maintenance.

After 150 thousand kilometers, the owners will have to start replacing the timing chain. Together with it, two tensioners will have to be replaced. The belt drive of attachments will have to be changed more often - every 90 thousand kilometers. If we talk about trifles, then it is worth noting that constant refueling poor quality fuel gradually "kills" the catalyst. It happens that the generator fails. But this does not mean at all that it should be immediately replaced with a new one. Most of the time it's a cheap fix.

Gearboxes match the engine - simple and reliable. The archaic 4-speed "automatic" forgives dashing driving and shifts gears with jerks only on those cars that have had to travel off-road. If we talk about cars with mechanical box, then only the clutch will have to be changed. On front-wheel drive SX4, this happens after overcoming 90-100 thousand kilometers, on cars with all-wheel drive - after 70-80 thousand kilometers.

The all-wheel drive system is reliable. So if you are not embarrassed by a slightly higher fuel consumption and worsened dynamics, then look for the all-wheel drive Suzuki CX 4. Although this version will not be able to conquer serious off-road, it will drive through a snowy yard much more confidently than the SX4 with one leading axle.

Weak Suzuki places SX4

Steering rack SX4 after 20-30 thousand kilometers publishes extraneous sounds. Over time, the sound does not progress and does not affect the operation of the unit. The front suspension without intervention serves 150-200 thousand kilometers. Previously, only the silent blocks of the front levers, the resource of which does not exceed 90 thousand kilometers, will have to be replaced. At the same time, you will have to change the shock absorbers.

Resource brake pads and drives comparable to those on most classmates. Pads serve 30 thousand kilometers, discs - on average twice as long. drums rear brakes, which were installed on the SX4 until 2010, and do not require pad replacement at all up to 100 thousand kilometers. The rear suspension design is even simpler. Accordingly, there are even fewer problems with it. Only wheel bearings, which rarely serve more than 50-60 thousand kilometers, will have to pay attention.

Should I buy a used SX 4?

By the way, it doesn’t build to forget that at one time the Suzuki CX 4 sedan was also sold along with the hatchback. Both cars practically do not differ in design, which means that the reliability of the sedan is rated at a solid five. Naturally, the SX4 cannot be called perfect car. Relatively rigid suspension does not provide an adequate level of comfort on bad road. Yes, and modest dimensions will force the rear passengers, if there are three of them, to make room. But if you need it, then the Suzuki SX4 will not disappoint. With the main task - to transport the driver from one point to another - he copes perfectly, without requiring too much attention.

Video: Suzuki SX4. Four-wheel drive.

20.01.2018

Is one of the most compact models its class (SUV). compact crossovers in many markets they are in great demand among motorists, as their increased cross-country ability allows you to feel more confident not only in the city, but also outside it. Despite the fact that Suzuki SX4 on secondary market presented in two versions - a mini-crossover and a sedan, in our market a car in the back of a mini-crossover is in great demand, due to the increased cross-country ability due to the possible all-wheel drive and impressive ground clearance (19 cm, for sedans 15 cm). In addition to off-road performance, an important role is played by the reliability of the car, which Japanese manufacturers always famous. But how things are with the reliability of this car, and what you should pay attention to when choosing a Suzuki SX4 with mileage, I will tell in this article.

A bit of history:

Suzuki SX4 is a joint project of two concerns and Fiat. The design of the car was entrusted to one of the best designers in the world, Giorgetto Giugiaro from ItalDesign. The Suzuki SX4 replaced the outdated Suzuki Aerio, which domestic market better known as "Liana". The manufacturer claims that the model name "SX4" is nothing more than a cipher: S - means "sport", X - "crossover", 4 - symbolizes the four seasons.

The premiere of the first generation Suzuki SX4 took place in 2006 at the Geneva Motor Show, in the same year the serial assembly of the car began. Cars intended for the European market were assembled at a plant in Hungary, and the twin model, Fiat Sedici, was also assembled here. For other markets, cars were assembled in Japan, India and China. At launch, the Suzuki SX4 was only available in hatchback(crossover), which was called SX4 Crossover. But a year later, in 2007, at the auto show in New York, the debut of the new SX4 sedan took place. Characteristic features new items were the original wedge-shaped body shape, an unusual slope of the windshield, high profile roofs, large triangular front door windows.

At the end of 2009, the model was restyled, during which the appearance, brake system and power units were modernized. In 2011, the top version of the car appeared on sale, equipped with a Bosch navigation system and intelligent multimedia system. The first generation of Suzuki lasted on the assembly line until 2013, in the same year, the second generation of the model, called the Suzuki SX4 S-Cross, went on sale. The novelty was first presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2013. The main differences between the second generation of the model and its predecessor are increased dimensions, more expressive interior and exterior design, best quality interior finishing materials.

Weaknesses and shortcomings of the Suzuki SX4 with mileage

The body of the Suzuki SX4 deserves only positive feedback, it steadfastly resists the effects of reagents, which we generously sprinkle on roads, the manufacturer clearly did not regret the anti-corrosion and paintwork. Therefore, if the selected car has spots of paint swelling or pockets of rust, most likely the car was restored after an accident. But the chassis threaded connections, electrical wiring contacts, muffler holder, rear beam and the shift lever wings are prone to corrosion and require special attention. So, for example, when the backstage soured, there is a risk of breaking off the plastic guides. Another disadvantage is the poor illumination of the road from regular headlights.

Power units

In the domestic secondary market, the Suzuki SX4 is presented with gasoline engines 1.5 (110 hp), 1.6 (107 and 112 hp was installed after restyling), 2.0 (145 and 150 hp). Rarely, but still there are cars with diesel engines 1.6 (90 hp) and 1.9 (90, 120 hp), imported from Europe.

The most widespread in the CIS was a gasoline power unit with a system for changing the valve timing and chain drive Timing belt with a volume of 1.6 liters. On most instances, a chain replacement was required after 150,000 km, and two tensioners must also be changed at the same time. The main disadvantage of this engine is considered to be poor dynamics on low revs, for confident movement it is necessary to keep the engine on high revs. If we talk about the reliability of this motor, then there are no serious complaints about it, the main thing is to change the oil in time and pour quality gasoline. If the last recommendation is neglected, there is a high probability of premature destruction of the catalyst. On cars of the first years of production, failures are possible in software engine. The weaker power unit turned out to be no less reliable.

A two-liter engine is demanding on oil quality and intervals interservice maintenance(once every 10,000 km). When using poor quality lubricants the timing chain tensioner fails prematurely, chain stretching is also possible - eliminating any of these problems is not cheap. All gasoline engines are not equipped with hydraulic lifters, so the manufacturer recommends checking every 40-50 thousand km thermal gaps valves. But practice has shown that valves do not always need to be adjusted even after 100 thousand kilometers.

Of the other minor drawbacks inherent in all motors, one can note the short service life of the generator (owners who rarely use their car face the problem more often). The culprit for the failure of the node is its unfortunate location, due to which dirt accumulates in it, and when driving through deep puddles, water can get into it. Symptoms - knocks, squeaks and other extraneous sounds. If there is a problem, do not rush to buy new generator, because in most cases simple cleaning helps to restore the functionality of the node.

Not famous for reliability and oxygen sensor (lambda probe). If it malfunctions, the power unit may start to work unstably, and fuel consumption also increases significantly. As a rule, this sensor does not stop working immediately, in connection with this, it is unlikely that it will be possible to identify that it is faulty on a test drive, therefore, diagnostics should be done before purchase. At complete failure and depressurization of the sensor, it is unlikely that it will be possible to start driving a car. In addition, there is a high probability of a serious engine breakdown with subsequent costly repairs. Another disadvantage is the high cost of the filter. fine cleaning fuel, which is recommended to be changed every 160,000 km ( changes together with fuel pump ). The cost of the original part fluctuates around $500.

Diesel engines

Diesel powertrains are a development of Fiat, unlike gasoline engines they have a timing belt drive and more torque, but at the same time they have less fuel consumption. When buying a car with such a power unit, you need to have about $ 1000 in reserve to replace the turbine and dual-mass flywheel. Both parts are reliable and serve more than 200,000 km, but in Europe for five or six years about 200,000 km are rolled on such cars, after which they are sold to our repurchases, which twist the mileage up to 100-120 thousand km.

Transmission

Suzuki SX4 was equipped with two gearboxes - 5 and 6-speed manual transmission (the latter was installed only in tandem with diesel engines) and a 4-speed automatic. Both transmissions are reliable and low maintenance. The weak point in the mechanics is the clutch, if in front-wheel drive versions, on average, its resource is 90-100 thousand km, then in cars with all-wheel drive, the clutch has to be changed after 70-80 thousand km. Often, the owners blame the fuzzy gear shift (especially the first one) and the noise of the bearings, the replacement solves the problem for a short time. The disadvantage of the machine is its slowness and jerks during gear changes. In the event of an automatic transmission failure, repairs will be expensive, so be sure to carry out a complete diagnosis of the unit before buying.

The all-wheel drive system is reliable, but you should not consider this car as an SUV, as electromagnetic clutch, which the vehicle is equipped with, is not designed for heavy loads and overheats quickly. For those who like to shove the car into the mud (snow) to the very “do not indulge”, it is important to remember that when the clutch overheats, the rear axle is automatically turned off. The first repair costs will be required after 70,000 km of run - replacement of drive oil seals. Frequent off-road trips have a negative impact on the life of the cross cardan shaft. A signal of strong wear of the crosses is clicking, rattle, creak, crack from the side gimbal box at the beginning of the movement and in the future, especially when releasing gas or increasing speed. With careful operation, the crosses serve more than 100,000 km. original part it is sold complete with a cardan and is not cheap - about 600 USD. Fortunately, our services have learned how to restore this node - 100-200 USD.

Weaknesses of the running Suzuki SX4 with mileage

The suspension of the Suzuki SX4 (MacPherson strut in front, semi-independent beam in the back) is knocked down and has a good energy intensity. This suspension setup had a positive effect on the car's handling, but there is also a fly in the ointment - on the road with poor coverage the car shakes quite a bit. If we talk about the reliability of the suspension, then we can say with confidence that most of its elements do not even care for 100,000 km. The stabilizer bushings are the fastest on our roads, you have to change them every 30-40 thousand km. Stabilizer struts often ask for replacement after - 50-60 thousand kilometers. If you often storm potholes, their resource may be less. Also, the weak point of the chassis turned out to be wheel bearings rear axle and shock absorbers - become unusable after 70,000 km. The rear silent blocks of the front levers rarely take care of more than 120 thousand km. And here ball joints able to last up to 150,000 km.

The steering system is equipped electric amplifier steering wheel, cars with a 2.0 liter engine and all-wheel drive are equipped with hydraulic booster. The weak point here is steering rack, the node turned out to be especially problematic on cars produced before 2008 - it breaks right sleeve. The tie rod ends run 150-200 thousand km, and the tie rods go even longer. Reliability brake system a little disappointing, because despite the low weight of the car, the resource of brake pads and discs is small. The disk resource is 25-35 thousand km, the disks are enough for two sets of pads. If the brake discs are very worn, vibration occurs during braking.

Salon

The interior of the Suzuki SX4 is simple and boring, made of inexpensive materials, however, like most cars. Japanese made. Despite the fact that finishing materials are quite budgetary, they cope well with all the hardships. daily operation, thanks to this, even on cars with long runs the interior does not look shabby. Significant disadvantages of the cabin include poor sound insulation and uncomfortable front seats. Electrical equipment is reliable, all buttons and levers work for a long time and without fail. The only thing to complain about is head unit which, over time, the CD drive may stop working (it starts to jam at first).

Outcome:

It is one of the most reliable and unpretentious cars in its segment. Even despite the described weak spots, buying a used car of this model is unlikely to be a bad investment, the main thing is to choose a car correctly, operate it carefully and it will not cause any special problems.

Advantages:

• High quality paint finish.
• The presence of all-wheel drive.
• Reliable power units.
• Small fuel consumption.

Flaws:

• Weak soundproofing.
• Not very comfortable seats.
• Poor quality interior trim materials.
• Small trunk.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.