2008 Suzuki Reno Base MT
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- Photo: 2005 Suzuki Reno LX, white (front left) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Suzuki Reno in Fantasy Black Metallic, front left, 09-18-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Suzuki Reno (30238552284) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Suzuki Reno LX, white (rear left) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Suzuki Reno in Fantasy Black Metallic, rear left, 09-18-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2008 Suzuki Reno Base MT is a 126-hp 2.0-liter with a 5-speed manual. It starts at $13,599 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 126 horsepower and 131 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Reno measures 169.1 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,745 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,599 ($20,528 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0-liter, DOHC 16-valve, four-cylinder (GM/Daewoo L34/U20SED) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 126 hp |
| Torque | 131 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in. |
| Tires Front | P195/55R15 |
| Tires Rear | P195/55R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 169.1 in |
| Width | 67.9 in |
| Height | 56.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,745 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.9 in |
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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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2008 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
23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Suzuki RENO
Owner Complaints
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Suzuki RENO (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
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 2008 SUZUKI RENO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.