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1994 Suzuki Samurai JL

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1994 Suzuki Samurai – front Unverified
Photo: 1988 Suzuki Samurai JX Soft Top in Sahara Tan, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Samurai (1986–1995); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1988 Suzuki Samurai JX Soft Top in Sahara Tan, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Suzuki Samurai, Front Left, 10-23-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Suzuki Samurai 1.9 TD 4x4 LWB by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1987 Suzuki Samurai JX hardtop in Gray Metallic, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Suzuki Samurai In Türkiye – POV Test Drive No. 1313 Joe Black 02 by JoeBlack9, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1994 Suzuki Samurai JL is a 66-hp 1.3-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual. It starts at $10,019 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

It makes 66 horsepower and 76 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The Samurai measures 135.0 inches long on a 79.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,046 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$10,019 ($21,971 *)
Engine
Engine TypeInline-4
Displacement1.3 L
Horsepower66 hp
Torque76 lb-ft
Injection TypeThrottle-body fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFour wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
5th Gear0.865
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity10.6 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionLive axle, leaf springs
Rear SuspensionLive axle, leaf springs
Turning Diameter33.5 ft
Tires & Wheels
Tires Front205/70-15
Tires Rear205/70-15
Dimensions & Weight
Length135 in
Width60.6 in
Height64.6 in
Wheelbase79.9 in
Ground Clearance8.1 in
Cargo Volume28 ft³
Curb Weight2,046 lbs
* 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 1994 Suzuki SAMURAI.

2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SAMURAI

Owner Complaints

2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SAMURAI (2 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Seats2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 27, 1995 · Seats Crash 1 injury
“DRIVERS SEAT BACK COLLAPSED AND BENT WHEN REAR ENDED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT”
Apr 21, 1995 · Seats Crash 1 injury
“WAS HIT FROM REAR AND THE TWO SEATS RECLINED DRIVER WAS THROWN INTO THE BACK. TT”

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 1994 SUZUKI SAMURAI. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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