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1999 Suzuki Esteem GL Wagon MT

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1999 Suzuki Esteem – front Unverified
Photo: 99-02 Suzuki Esteem wagon front by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Esteem (1995–2002); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 99-02 Suzuki Esteem wagon front by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: SuzukiEsteem by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 2001 Suzuki Esteem sedan rear 2.10.17 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 99-02 Suzuki Esteem wagon rear by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1999 Suzuki Esteem GL Wagon MT is a 122-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 wagon with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $13,129 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 122 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 117 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The Esteem measures 172.2 inches long on a 97.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,359 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$13,129 ($25,612 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.8L DOHC 16-valve I4 (J18A)
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower122 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Torque117 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke84.0 x 83.0
Compression Ratio9.8:1
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
1st Gear3.55
2nd Gear1.89
3rd Gear1.28
4th Gear0.97
5th Gear0.82
Reverse3.27
Final Drive3.79
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity13 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionMacPherson strut
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14"
Wheels Rear14"
Tires FrontP185/60R14
Tires RearP185/60R14
Dimensions & Weight
Length172.2 in
Width66.5 in
Height55.9 in
Wheelbase97.6 in
Curb Weight2,359 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 1999 Suzuki ESTEEM.

20 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1999 Suzuki ESTEEM

Owner Complaints

20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Suzuki ESTEEM (4 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling4
Structure4
Suspension4
Air Bags2
Equipment2
Fuel System2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Feb 4, 2012 · Steering, Suspension, Structure
“MY 99 ESTEEM STARED PULLING TO ONE SIDE WHILE DRIVING. AS I ATTEMPTED TO GET IT HOME THE WHEEL WOULD RUB ON THE INNER FENDER WELL WHEN TURNING. UPON INSPECTION WHEN I GOT HOME I FOUND THE DRIVER SIDE…”
Aug 17, 2011 · Structure Crash
“SUB FRAME OF 1999 SUZUKI ESTEEM HAD RUSTED THRU .I WAS DRIVING AT 70 MILES PER HOUR WHEN THE SUB FRAME CRACKED AND PUSHED THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE BACK AGAINST THE FENDER CAUSED THE FRONT TIRE TO LOCK…”
Feb 27, 2010 · Latches/Locks/Linkages
“THE OUTSIDE PLASTIC DOOR HANDLES BREAK INSIDE THE DOOR WHEN OPENING THE DOOR. THEN TO ENTER THE CAR ANOTHER DOOR MUST BE USED. THESE HANDLES ARE VERY WEAK, AND SHOULD BE RECALLED. I HAVE REPLACED FOUR…”
Nov 16, 2008 · Suspension
“FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER CORROSION OF 1999 SUZUKI ESTEEM GLX WAGON I HAVE THIS VEHICLE AND RUNNING OK FOR 5 YEARS. WHEN I DID MY ANNUAL CHECK UP THIS WEEKEND, IT WAS FOUND OUT THAT THE FRONT…”
Apr 10, 2007 · Structure, Wheels, Equipment
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUZUKI ESTEEM. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH IN DRY CONDITIONS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO PULL TO THE RIGHT AND PRODUCED A RUBBING NOISE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON ARRIVING AT THE…”

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 1999 SUZUKI ESTEEM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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