leedogg

car manufacturers have no goddamn ***** these days, I tell you. They prefer safe and conservative over bold and aggressive designs.

TwiBlueG35

It seems like what the next generation Volkswagen Passat would look like.

mmarshall

So you've managed to actually FIND a Suzuki auto (not motorcycle) dealership still in buisness? If so, congragulations.

mmarshall

If that's the case, then why, with few exceptions, are so many cars today considered "dated" after they have been on the market just 4-5 years or so?

In fact, I think it has gone completely bozo the other direction. The auto press complains that anything not wedge-shaped, bullet-shaped, or with headlights larger than the hood itself is "Granny", or for "librarians".

Acura is a prime example. They have walked all over themselves lately trying to make "bold" and aggressive" designs, to the point where their grilles and rear ends have become a laughingstock. And remember what happened to Pontiac and the Aztek.

Hoovey689

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I think it just looks meh. Nothing special, but it is a step in the right direction for a company that isn't exactly on the map. My $.02

LexFather

It was at Car and Coffee recently, I think it looks great



http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/05/c...s-new-kazashi/

Nextourer

I can't help but notice that it has VW influence in the front design.

LexFather

LexFather

I really like it!

taejin09

i think it looks good!

Blackraven

^^^
HOT DAMN. Now THIS is what a SUZUKI should at least be like

Hoovey689

iTrader: (16)

just saw this on Autoblog:

New York 2010: 2011 Suzuki Kizashi Sport lands on show floor, V6 and hybrid not



"You'll turn blue in the face if you're holding your breath waiting for a V6 Kizashi." That was the word from a Suzuki spokesman at last night's insider preview of the 2011 Suzuki Kizashi Sport. It makes sense since Suzuki and General Motors have parted ways and that V6 was expected to come from GM. While we had been hoping a V6 would be part of the package, we are taking this quote to mean there won't be anything other than a four-cylinder in the engine bay for a good long time. And we do mean anything. Automotive News is also reporting that Suzuki has also dropped plans for the hybrid version of the mid-size media darling.

What we're left with isn't exactly chopped liver though. We've waxed poetically about the Kizashi and its near perfect blend of styling, performance and value, and the Sport looks to add just that little extra bit of styling and performance to make it even more appealing. We still have to wait to pass judgment on whether they keep the value part of the equation as prices won't be announced until closer to the vehicle's July on-sale date. For now, we have a few new live pics to share from the floor of the 2010 New York International Auto Show, and the official press release from Suzuki after the jump.

http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/31/2...new-york-2010/

speedflex

I like it too but you know what it vaguely reminds me of? The Cadillac Catera.

JessePS

It reminds me of a VW Jetta from a few years back (front). The back seems original.

IS-SV

Love the twice pipes on the 4-banger, it does look good.