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2011 Suzuki Kizashi SE FWD CVT

The 2011 Suzuki Kizashi SE FWD CVT is a 185-hp 2.4-liter with a cvt. It starts at $21,899 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

It makes 185 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 170 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The Kizashi measures 183.1 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,329 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$21,899 ($31,646 *)
MSRP with Destination$22,644 ($32,723 *)
Destination Charge$745
Engine
Engine TypeGas 4-cyl, 2.4L (Suzuki J24B)
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower185 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque170 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront Wheel Drive
Transmission
TransmissionCVT
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 in. Aluminum Alloy
Wheels Rear17 in. Aluminum Alloy
Tires FrontP215/55R17
Tires RearP215/55R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.1 in
Width71.7 in
Height58.3 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb Weight3,329 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (10.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 4 DR FWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 4 DR AWD: overall not rated

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Suzuki KIZASHI. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 2, 2019 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may misclassify an adult occupant as child and deactivate the front air bag.

Consequence: The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and service providers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, which includes a new OCS mat assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is C5.

NHTSA campaign 19V343000

Mar 7, 2019 · SEATS

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.

NHTSA campaign 19V187000

Oct 31, 2018 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles. Dust can enter the vent line that provides fresh air to the carbon canister, restricting its air flow and possibly creating excessive negative pressure in the fuel tank which may result in the fuel tank cracking.

Consequence: A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Suzuki has sent owners an initial notification to inform them of the recall. When parts are available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will install a cover over the opening near the suction pipe inlet, and relocate the suction filter. The fuel cap and fuel tank will also be replaced with improved parts. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.

NHTSA campaign 18V769000

Dec 22, 2014 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured July 16, 2009, to November 1, 2012, and 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 13, 2009, to October 31, 2012. The shift selector can be moved out of the "Park" position without depressing the brake pedal.

Consequence: If the shift selector is moved out of the "Park" position while the brake pedal is not depressed, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect, and if necessary, replace the shift knob, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is VL.

NHTSA campaign 14V811000

Jul 30, 2014 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 2009 through July 2012. In the affected vehicles, spiders may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent hose, blocking it and causing the fuel tank to have an excessive amount of negative pressure.

Consequence: Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Suzuki is in the process of notifying owners, and dealers will replace the evaporative canister vent line on the affected vehicles with a vent line that has a filter on the end. If the canister vent line is found to be obstructed by a spider web, the fuel tank will also be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VG.

NHTSA campaign 14V464000

22 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Suzuki KIZASHI

Owner Complaints

22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Suzuki KIZASHI (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Exterior Lighting9
Electrical System5
Air Bags3
Power Train3
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Engine1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 28, 2021 · Unknown Or Other, Fuel/Propulsion System
“BEEN TRYING TO GET MY REPAIRS ON MY CAR SINCE JUNE OF 2020 AND WAS JUST RECENTLY TOLD THAT I COULD NOT GET MY CAR REPAIRED DUE TO SUZUKI CLOSING DOWN I CAN NOT GET MY TAGS BECAUSE OF THIS ISSUE THE…”
Sep 29, 2020 · Air Bags
“THE AIRBAG DEFECT WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING OR THE CAR BEING ON. SUZUKI DEPOT IN SANT ANA CA REPLACED THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION DUE TO A MANUFACTURER RECALL. THE AIRBAG LIGHT…”
Sep 21, 2020 · Power Train
“I WAS DRIVING AND STOP ON A RED LIGHT I HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE SO PUT MY CAR ON PARKING THE LIGHT CHANGE SO I SHIFT TO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE STAY (NEUTRAL) NO MATTER WHAT GEAR IT IS…”
Sep 9, 2019 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“2011 SUZUKI KIZASHI SPORT SLS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SAFETY AND EMISSIONS RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO HELP LOCATE A LOCAL DEALER TO COMPLETE THE RECALL. *JS”
Apr 1, 2019 · Engine
“UNDIAGNOSEABLE OVERHEATING. WHEN RUNNING THE AIR CONDITIONER FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME (I.E. ROAD TRIP, LESS THAN 90 MINUTES) THE AIR CONDITIONING STOPS WORKING AND THE COOLANT BLOWS OUT OF 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 2011 SUZUKI KIZASHI. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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