1994 Suzuki Sidekick JS 4dr MT
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- Photo: Suzuki Sidekick (front), Denpasar by Sabung.hamster, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '89-'91 Suzuki Sidekick 2-Door by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Suzuki Sidekick (rear), Denpasar by Sabung.hamster, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1995 Suzuki Sidekick JX (35551573391) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1994 Suzuki Sidekick JS 4dr MT is a 95-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $13,450 MSRP.
It makes 95 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.
The Sidekick measures 158.7 inches long on a 97.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,571 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,450 ($29,496 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L DOHC 16-valve I4 (Suzuki G16B) |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Horsepower | 95 hp |
| Torque | 98 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 2WD (RWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 158.7 in |
| Width | 64.4 in |
| Height | 65.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,571 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1994 Suzuki Sidekick JS 4dr MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SIDEKICK. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 16, 1994 · SUSPENSION:REAR
THE RIGHT REAR AND LEFT AXLE SHAFT HOUSING TUBES WERE INCORRECTLY WELDED AND CAN FRACTURE. FRACTURE OF THE REAR AXLE SHAFT HOUSING CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AFFECTED WHEEL ASSEMBLY AND SEPARATION OF THE BRAKE LINE.
Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND SEPARATION OF THE BRAKE LINE RESULTS IN LOSS OF ONE-HALF OFTHE BRAKING SYSTEM, INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCE. IN EITHER CASE, AN ACCIDENTCAN OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WELDS OF THE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLIES ON INVOLVED VEHICLES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE COMPLETE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA campaign 94V073002
21 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SIDEKICK
Owner Complaints
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Suzuki SIDEKICK (2 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 4 |
| Suspension | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 2 |
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 SIDEKICK. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.