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2005 Suzuki Reno LX AT

The 2005 Suzuki Reno LX AT is a 126-hp 2.0-liter with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $16,249 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 126 horsepower and 131 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Reno measures 169.1 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,783 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,249 ($27,040 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0-liter, DOHC 16-valve, four-cylinder (GM/Daewoo L34/U20SED)
Displacement2 L
Horsepower126 hp
Torque131 lb-ft
ValvetrainDOHC
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in.
Wheels Rear15 in.
Tires FrontP195/55R15
Tires RearP195/55R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length169.1 in
Width67.9 in
Height56.9 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
Curb Weight2,783 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Headroom Rear37.9 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear36.7 in
Shoulder Room Front54.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.7 in
Hip Room Front53.5 in
Hip Room Rear53.5 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2005 Suzuki Reno 5-DR w/SAB).

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki RENO. 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

32 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki RENO

Owner Complaints

32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki RENO (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags18
Exterior Lighting5
Power Train4
Tires3
Electrical System2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 6, 2019 · Air Bags
“DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON. NOT SURE AIRBAG WOULD INFLATE IF I WAS IN A ACCIDENT OR IF IT MIGHT INFLATE ON ITS OWN WHILE I AM DRIVING AND CAUSE A ACCIDENT. I ALSO CANNOT FIND A SUZUKI…”
May 9, 2017 · Air Bags
“THE AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS OFF. ALL THE TIME.”
Oct 14, 2015 · Air Bags
“THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT TURNED ON WITHOUT ANY READILY IDENTIFIABLE CAUSE. SEVERAL REPAIR FACILITIES CANNOT SEEM TO FIND OUT WHY IT REMAINS ON. I SUSPECT THIS IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING TSBS…”
Mar 30, 2015 · Exterior Lighting
“I HAVE HAD A RECALLED ON MY CAR SINCE 12/2014 AND AS OF TODAY 3/30/2015 AND STILL HAVING AN ISSUES WITH THE DEALERSHIPS TO FIX IT. *TR”
Jun 17, 2014 · Power Train, Electrical System, Engine
“FROM DAY ONE, MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON AND I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH DIFFERENT ISSUES IE, IT'S THE GAS CAP, THE MAN WHO SOLD ME THE CAR, (THE DEALER) TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP TO BE REPAIRED,SO…”

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 RENO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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