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1997 Suzuki Sidekick 2dr JX Soft Top Auto 4WD

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Suzuki Sidekick 2dr JX Soft Top Auto 4WD
Suzuki Sidekick 2dr JX Soft Top Auto 4WD
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$15,269
Base Invoice:
$14,200
Destination:
$420
Engine/Fuel:
1.6L/97 Gas L4
Transmission:
3-Speed Speed Automatic
Door/Body Style:
2-Door
Drive Type:
Four Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
23/24

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Special Purpose
Engine
Engine Order Code :
Engine Type : Gas L4
Displacement : 1.6L/97
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 95 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 98 @ 4000
Transmission
Drivetrain : Four Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code :
Trans Type : 3-Speed
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.40
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.47
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) :
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.0
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 4.30
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High : 1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low : 1.82
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 23
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 24
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 390
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 55
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 5.8
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 2579
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) :
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) :
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear : Rigid Axle
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/coil spring
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/trailing arms
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 32
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 25
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.95
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) :
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System :
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.4 x 0.39
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 8.66 x 1.34
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P205/75R15
Rear Tire Size : P205/75R15
Spare Tire Size : P205/75R15
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 5.5
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 5.5
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 5.5
Front Wheel Material : Steel
Rear Wheel Material : Steel
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Power
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 19.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.4
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 32.2
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 34.4
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 11.1
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 86.6
Length, Overall (in) : 143.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 64.2
Height, Overall (in) : 65.1
Tread Width, Front (in) : 54.9
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 55.1
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 8.3
Rear Door Opening Height (in) : 34.3
Rear Door Opening Width (in) : 50.4
Liftover Height (in) : 27.0
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) : 31.2
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) : 12.6
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in) :
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) : 43.8
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) : 41.7
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) : 39.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³) : 32.9
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³) : 8.1
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³) :
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 91.5
Front Head Room (in) : 39.5
Front Leg Room (in) : 42.1
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 52.5
Front Hip Room (in) : 51.8
Second Head Room (in) : 39.0
Second Leg Room (in) : 31.7
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 50.2
Second Hip Room (in) : 41.9
Summary
Vehicle Name : Sidekick
Body Style : 2-Door

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 23/hwy 24 (1.6L engine/3-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Canvas soft top w/removable side windows
4 X 4 sport stripe
Color-keyed front/rear bumpers
Integrated halogen headlamps
Daytime running headlamps
Dual outside door mirrors
Tinted glass
Intermittent windshield wipers/washers
Rear tread plate
INTERIOR
Fully reclining front bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints
Fold-down rear bench seat
Cloth seat trim
Front center console
Deluxe carpeted floor covering
3-spoke sport steering wheel
Tachometer
Tripmeter
Pwr-assisted bi-level ventilation system
Side window defoggers
Cigarette lighter & ashtray
Day/night rearview mirror
Passenger vanity mirror
Dual front door storage pockets
Dual cupholders
MECHANICAL
1.6L SOHC EFI 16-valve 4-cyl engine
3-speed automatic transmission w/lock-up torque converter
4-wheel drive
2-speed transfer case
Manual locking/free wheeling front hubs
Front MacPherson strut suspension w/separate coil springs
Rear suspension-inc: lower trailing arm, upper A-shape arm, coil springs
P205/75R15 all-season SBR tires
15" X 5.5 sport-styled steel wheels w/center caps
Full size spare tire
Swing-open rear tailgate w/spare tire carrier
Pwr steering
Pwr-assisted front disc/rear drum brakes
11.1 gallon fuel tank
Stainless steel exhaust
SAFETY FEATURES
Driver & front passenger air bags
Daytime running headlamps
3-point front/rear shoulder seatbelts

Options

NO OPTION KIND
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -inc: ABS-active indicator lamp $600
Paint Type
STANDARD PAINT STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Corrosion:
3 Years/Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance:
Towing for warranty covered breakdowns
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * Passenger: * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.