Suzuki SX4
The Suzuki SX4 designed by Italdesign.
Vehicle Overview
The Suzuki SX4 is a compact crossover born from a collaborative project between General Motors (a stakeholder in Suzuki at the time) and the Fiat Group. The joint venture aimed to develop passenger cars tailored for the European market, resulting in the Suzuki SX4 and its twin, the Fiat Sedici. The project, initiated in the early 2000s, sought to combine Suzuki’s engineering expertise with Fiat’s market presence, creating versatile and practical vehicles. Designed by the renowned Italdesign, the Suzuki SX4 featured styling cues that reflected Suzuki’s evolving design language. The front headlights, for instance, drew inspiration from the fourth-generation Suzuki Swift introduced in 2004, contributing to a cohesive family identity. At the rear, large triangular taillights added a distinctive touch to the SX4’s design. Compared to the Fiat Sedici, the SX4 exhibited a more muscular aesthetic, with unique front and rear bumpers setting it apart. The generous side glazing and spacious interior highlighted Suzuki’s focus on practicality and passenger comfort, ensuring a pleasant experience for those on board. The cabin design emphasized functionality, with a regular and straightforward layout. The dashboard was shared with the Fiat Sedici and featured well-assembled components that avoided creaks, ensuring durability. However, the materials used were of modest quality, reflecting the car’s positioning in the market. Key controls for the audio and climate systems were grouped centrally for ease of use, while the instrument cluster behind the steering wheel was consistent with other Suzuki models, ensuring familiarity for brand loyalists. While the Suzuki SX4 shared a significant number of components with the Fiat Sedici, it managed to carve its own identity with its more robust styling and focus on spaciousness. The model demonstrated Suzuki’s ability to adapt to collaborative ventures while maintaining its brand character. Practical, versatile, and thoughtfully designed, the Suzuki SX4 became a noteworthy entrant in the growing compact crossover segment of the 2000s, serving both as a reliable urban commuter and a capable vehicle for longer journeys.
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Year2007
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MakeSuzuki
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ModelSX4
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Length (mm)4120
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Width (mm)1730
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Height (mm)1605
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