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2006 Suzuki Forenza Premium Sedan MT

The 2006 Suzuki Forenza Premium Sedan MT is a 126-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $14,999 MSRP and is rated at 23 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 (23 mpg combined).

The Forenza measures 177.2 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,701 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$14,999 ($24,180 *)
MSRP with Destination$15,579 ($25,115 *)
Destination Charge$580
Engine
Engine Type2.0L DOHC I4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower126 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque131 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline6,400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve
Compression Ratio9.60:1
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual transmission
1st Gear3.55 (35 mph **)
2nd Gear2.16 (58 mph **)
3rd Gear1.48 (85 mph **)
4th Gear1.13 (111 mph **)
5th Gear0.89 (141 mph **)
Reverse3.33
Final Drive3.55
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined23 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular gasoline
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionDual link
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc
Rear Brake DiscDisc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in. alloy
Wheels Rear15 in. alloy
Tires FrontP195/55R15
Tires RearP195/55R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length177.2 in
Width67.9 in
Height56.9 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
Front Track58.3 in
Rear Track58.3 in
Curb Weight2,701 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2006 Suzuki Forenza 4-DR. w/SAB

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 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

Jul 24, 2007 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SEAT BELT TONGUE WILL NOT LATCH INTO THE BUCKLE AND, IN RARE CASES, EVEN THE LOCKED TONGUE WILL POP OUT BY LOW STRETCHING FORCE. IF THE BUCKLE DOES NOT LATCH COMPLETELY, THE BUCKLE COULD RELEASE WITHOUT PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON.

Consequence: THESE BUCKLE MALFUNCTIONS, WHICH COULD PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THE SEAT BELT OR COULD CAUSE THE SEAT BELT TO FAIL TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED, CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLES WITH THE IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

NHTSA campaign 07V315000

280 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 Suzuki FORENZA

Owner Complaints

280 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Suzuki FORENZA (19 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 20 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train116
Electrical System57
Air Bags56
Vehicle Speed Control29
Engine And Engine Cooling27
Exterior Lighting21
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 14, 2019 · Seat Belts Crash 1 injury
“ON MARCH 6TH 2018 I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WITH A VOLKSWAGEN GTI I WAS SITTING IN THE LEFT TURN LANE IN THE INTERSECTION WAITING FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR SO I COULD PROCEED WHEN I DID I WAS GOING…”
Feb 10, 2019 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
“IBA EN MI VEHICULO ANDANDO DE NOCHE CON LAS LUCES PRENDIDAS Y DERREPENTE SE PRENDIERON LAS LUCES ALTAS SIN QUE YO HCIERA NADA DESDE ESE MOMENTO PARECIERA QUE HICIERA UN CORTO LA LUZ Y SE PONEN ALTAS Y…”
Nov 14, 2018 · Exterior Lighting, Electrical System
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS AND INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS…”
May 20, 2018 · Vehicle Speed Control
“WHILE DRIVING THE CARS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL SHOW UP. I LOSE ALL CONTROL OF SPEED EVEN WHILE PUSHING THE GAS PEDAL IN. THE ONLY WAY TO REGAIN CONTROL IS TO CYCLE THE KEY MULTIPLE TIMES AND LET IT…”
Dec 12, 2017 · Exterior Lighting
“THE VEHICLE IS UNDER A RECALL CAMPAIGN (XA-XC) FOR DRL MODULE/IGNITION SWITCH REPLACEMENT. THE OWNER IS PHYSICALLY UNABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP FOR THE REPAIRS TO BE PERFORMED…”

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 2006 SUZUKI FORENZA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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