1997 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan MT
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All photo credits
- Photo: 99-02 Suzuki Esteem wagon front by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: SuzukiEsteem by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Suzuki Esteem sedan rear 2.10.17 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 99-02 Suzuki Esteem wagon rear by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1997 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan MT is a 95-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $13,419 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
It makes 95 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 99 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The Esteem measures 165.2 inches long on a 97.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,273 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,419 ($27,172 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L SOHC 16-valve I4 (G16B) |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Horsepower | 95 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 99 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 75.0 x 90.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Highway | 34 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13" |
| Wheels Rear | 13" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 165.2 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 53.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,273 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1997 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan 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
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1997 Suzuki ESTEEM.
7 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1997 Suzuki ESTEEM
Owner Complaints
7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Suzuki ESTEEM (1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Air | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
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 1997 SUZUKI ESTEEM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.