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Suzuki Forenza 2.0 (127 Hp)
Overall Rating
Suzuki Forenza:
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Forenza Overview:
Suzuki Forenza (Forenza). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Suzuki Forenza generation was not directly tested by Euro NCAP. While it underwent US crash tests (NHTSA, IIHS) with mixed results, its safety features were typical for a budget-oriented compact car of its era, lacking advanced modern systems.
2.0 (127 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 127 Hp 2.0L engine (implied manual) offers a small but noticeable improvement in power over the 120 Hp version. This translates to slightly more confident acceleration and better highway cruising ability, making it the more desirable manual option.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy remains similar to the 120 Hp manual, still not outstanding but competitive enough for its segment. The slight power bump doesn't significantly impact efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and often good used car value.
- • Spacious interior for its class, comfortable for four adults.
- • Simple, proven mechanics that are generally easy to maintain.
- • Comfortable ride quality, absorbing most road imperfections well.
Cons:
- • Uninspired and often sluggish performance, especially with the automatic.
- • Mediocre fuel economy compared to segment leaders.
- • Interior materials feel basic and dated, lacking refinement.
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to contemporary rivals.
- • Resale value can be lower than Japanese competitors.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Forenza: 2003 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Forenza |
| Generation: | Forenza |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (127 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 127 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 63.5 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Engine displacement: | 2000 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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