1989 Suzuki Sidekick JLX Soft Top MT
The 1989 Suzuki Sidekick JLX Soft Top MT is an 80-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $13,460 MSRP.
It makes 80 horsepower and 94 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.
The Sidekick measures 142.0 inches long on a 86.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,238 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,460 ($35,278 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L SOHC 8-valve I4 (Suzuki G16A) |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Horsepower | 80 hp |
| Torque | 94 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD (part-time, on-demand) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 142 in |
| Width | 64 in |
| Height | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 86.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,238 lbs |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars