1998 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 1998 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 $13,529 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 33 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The Esteem measures 165.2 inches long on a 97.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,249 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,529 ($26,975 *) |
| 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 |
| 1st Gear | 3.55 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.89 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.28 |
| 4th Gear | 0.97 |
| 5th Gear | 0.82 |
| Reverse | 3.27 |
| Final Drive | 3.79 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 165.2 in |
| Width | 65.7 in |
| Height | 53.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,249 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1998 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 1998 Suzuki ESTEEM.
24 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1998 Suzuki ESTEEM
Owner Complaints
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Suzuki ESTEEM (7 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 7 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 2 |
| Seats | 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 1998 SUZUKI ESTEEM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.