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1992 Suzuki Sidekick JX 4dr 4WD Auto

All Suzuki Sidekick trims (1989–1998) → All Suzuki Sidekick generations →
1992 Suzuki Sidekick – front Unverified
Photo: Suzuki Sidekick (front), Denpasar by Sabung.hamster, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Sidekick (1989–1998); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Suzuki Sidekick (front), Denpasar by Sabung.hamster, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: '89-'91 Suzuki Sidekick 2-Door by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Suzuki Sidekick (rear), Denpasar by Sabung.hamster, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1995 Suzuki Sidekick JX (35551573391) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1992 Suzuki Sidekick JX 4dr 4WD Auto is a 95-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $12,809 MSRP.

It makes 95 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.

The Sidekick measures 158.7 inches long on a 97.6-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$12,809 ($29,672 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.6L DOHC 16-valve I4 (Suzuki G16B)
Displacement1.6 L
Horsepower95 hp
Torque98 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD (part-time, on-demand)
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in
Wheels Rear15 in
Dimensions & Weight
Length158.7 in
Width64.4 in
Height66.5 in
Wheelbase97.6 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Suzuki SIDEKICK.

11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Suzuki SIDEKICK

Owner Complaints

11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Suzuki SIDEKICK. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Hydraulic3
Service Brakes3
Seat Belts2
Electrical System1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Exterior Lighting1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 16, 2004 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER DROVE OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. *AK *SC”
Aug 9, 2000 · Tires
“TIRE PURCHASED 13 JAN 2000 - APPROX 6K TO 7K MILEAGE- TREAD SEPARATION AT HIGH SPEED - NO DEFLATION OF TIRE - DEBRIS CAUSED MINOR PAINT / TRIM DAMAGE( DOT NUMBER: ACUL13V340 TIRE SIZE: P20575R15 )”
Jan 20, 2000 · Electrical System
“PROBLEM WITH ENGINE STALLING OUT WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. DEALER NOTIFIED AND REPLACED FUEL PUMP FUSE, ALTHOUGH DEALER WASN'T SURE WHAT CAUSED THE INCIDENT. VEHICLE APPEARED TO BE RUNNING…”
Jun 1, 1999 · Unknown Or Other
“NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK”
Jun 3, 1998 · Seat Belts
“HAD HEARD LOCKING MECHANISM CLICK ON SEAT BELTS. STARTED DRIVING & FELT THE LATCH UNLOCKED. SEAT BELT BUCKLE CAN BE UNLOCKED WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED. TOOK TO DEALER & INFORMED NOT UNDER WARRANTY &…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 SUZUKI SIDEKICK. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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