The new and freshened 2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover is one of the great choices in the segment of extravagance compact family vehicle. The advantages of having this entry-level luxury sedan are precise steering, quick acceleration, high-quality interior with high-tech features and more features than similarly priced luxury sedans. Similar with its predecessor, the new SX4 may be offered in two main trim levels namely 3.5 S and 3.5 SV.
Interior
Inside the redesigned 2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, you will find out that this car comes packed with brand new cloth upholstery, power front seats (8-way driver and 4-way passenger), a split folding rear seat and a leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. In addition, you will also have an auto-dimming rear view mirror, trip computer, Bluetooth phone capability and an 8-speaker sound system with a six-CD changer and an auxiliary audio jack. The SX4 SV will come with leather upholstery and an upgraded driver seat with extendable thigh support and power lumbar. If you choose the Monitor package for the SV model, then you will get a 7 inches color monitor, rear view camera and iPod/USB connectivity. The Cold package of SV will provide heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and heated mirrors and the available Bose Audio package will include a 9-speaker Bose sound system and satellite radio support.
Exterior
Towards the exterior features and styling, the SX4 Crossover (larger body than 2013 ABT Audi TT-RS) will include 18 inches painted alloy wheels, all season tires, inside mounted spare tire, automatic head-lights, a sunroof, keyless ignition/entry, variable intermittent wipers, rear defogger, cruise control and dual-zone automatic climate control. The SX4 SV model will add fog lights, xenon headlights, a dual-panel sunroof, a sport-tuned suspension, 19 inches alloy wheels and special exterior trim details. For the sizing, the new SX4 measures 73.2 inches in width, 57.8 inches in height and 190.6 inches in length.
Engine
In terms of power-train and performance, the SX4 Crossover has been backed up with a 3.5-liter V6 engine with front wheel drive and continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT. This engine can produce a total output of 290 hp and peak torque of 261 pound-feet. With the V6 engine, SX4 can accelerate from zero to 60 MPH in about 6.2 seconds. The estimated fuel economy of this sedan stands at 19 MPG city or 26 MPG highway and 22 MPG combined.
Price
The starting price of 2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover may start from around $22,750.