It's unfortunate that the majority of U.S. consumers have no idea that the Kizashi even exists.
It's unfortunate that the majority of U.S. consumers have no idea that the Kizashi even exists. Its chassis and steering are as good as or better than anything in its class. Its exterior styling is a bit derivative but it's still quite handsome. Inside, the quality, style, comfort, and user-friendliness are easily on par with the Volkswagen Jetta and Hyundai Sonata. Like our Four Seasons Kizashi, this Sport GTS model is equipped with all-wheel-drive and as such, can only be had with the continuously variable transmission. The CVT is a bit of a drag, literally, as it makes for fairly sluggish low-end acceleration and does nothing to further this car's Sport moniker. If I were building my own Kizashi, I'd likely choose the Sport for its slightly stiffer suspension and lower ride height, skip the CVT and the AWD, and go with the manual transmission. Shifting for yourself is the only way to fully appreciate the Kizashi's excellent chassis, and Suzuki's 5-speed box is light, smooth, and a pleasure to use.
Photo Gallery: 2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS AWD - Editors' Notebook - Automobile Magazine
Photo Gallery: 2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS AWD - Editors' Notebook - Automobile Magazine
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