The Kizashi is Suzuki's entry in the competitive midsize sedan market. Although it is small on the outside at about 183 inches long, Suzuki pits the Kizashi against midsize sedans like the Honda Accord and Nissan Altima. Its name means "something great is coming" in Japanese. Front- and all... Read Full Report
I’ve been trying to figure out Suzuki Motor Corp. — an almost invisible automobile retailer in the United States.How can a Japan-based company producing some of the best, most affordable passenger cars available have so little presence in the world’s most lucrative market for new vehicle sales?How little?American Suzuki, Suzuki’s U.S. sales arm, recently issued a news ... Read full review for the 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
I've owned a BMW 735 and 3 SAABs. The number of standard features in the Kizashi is amazing for it's price range. Many options on other cars costing up to $20K are standard on the Kizashi. The AWD wor... Read Full Review
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What you should get in your warranty can be confusing. Make sure you are informed.
Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.
Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.
Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).
Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.
