2005 Suzuki Forenza LX Sedan AT
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- Photo: 2006-2008 Suzuki Forenza sedan -- 09-03-2010 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004-2006 Suzuki Forenza -- 03-24-2012 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Suzuki Forenza (28393425490) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Suzuki Forenza (28645741256) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2005 Suzuki Forenza LX Sedan AT is a 126-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 sedan with a 4-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $16,249 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 126 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 131 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,400 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Forenza measures 177.2 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,756 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $16,249 ($27,040 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $16,794 ($27,947 *) |
| Destination Charge | $545 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L DOHC I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 126 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 131 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Compression Ratio | 9.60:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic transmission |
| 1st Gear | 2.72 (43 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.49 (78 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1 (116 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.72 (161 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.53 |
| Final Drive | 3.85 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Dual link |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in. alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in. alloy |
| Tires Front | P195/55R15 |
| Tires Rear | P195/55R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 177.2 in |
| Width | 67.9 in |
| Height | 56.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in |
| Front Track | 58.3 in |
| Rear Track | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,756 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki FORENZA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 19, 2014 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.
Consequence: If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA.
NHTSA campaign 14V262000
Aug 14, 2012 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Forenza and model year 2005-2006 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 23, 2003, through March 7, 2006. Increased resistance due to poor contact between the terminals of certain wires can generate heat that can melt the splice pack used to connect the power circuit wires for the headlamps. This can result in intermittent or total loss of low/high beam headlamp function.
Consequence: If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will reconnect the affected wires with two heat-shrink crimps, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 25, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
NHTSA campaign 12V397000
Sep 25, 2007 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, HEADLAMP LOW BEAM OR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT (DRL) FUNCTION MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO A MELTED SPLICE PACK ON THE WIRING HARNESS.
Consequence: INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL SPLICE THE POWER CIRCUIT WIRES FOR THE LOW-BEAM HEADLAMPS AND DRL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL WILL BE MAILED IN THREE PHASES, STARTING AT THE END OF OCTOBER 2007 AND CONCLUDING BY THE END OF JANUARY 2008;. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
NHTSA campaign 07V452000
156 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki FORENZA
Owner Complaints
156 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki FORENZA (5 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 7 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 46 |
| Electrical System | 38 |
| Exterior Lighting | 38 |
| Power Train | 30 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 13 |
| Engine | 12 |
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 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.