And that's the beauty of the Esteem. Some cars are best to buy new, as the cost of monthly maintenance can deplete your savings making the lease payment on a new one seem reasonable by comparison, but Esteems usually run and run without a lot of serious expenditures.
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| A well cared for Suzuki Esteem Wagon will usually run and run without a lot of serious expenditures. (Photo: Suzuki Canada) |
After all, the fact that only one recall, that only affected vehicle equipped with block heaters in 1998 models, and no technical bulletins were announced during its 5-year tenure is exemplary. They're simple cars that were well engineered.
From a styling perspective, Suzuki updated the grille and trim in model year 2001, a year after the mechanical upgrades. It still looks good, even by today's standards, especially when compared to its somewhat awkward Aerio replacement.
If you're looking for a cheap, reliable, and attractive wagon, there is no better used car buy than a well cared for Suzuki Esteem Wagon.
Specifications:
- 1998 Lowest-Highest Price*: $5,500 - $27,000 (90,000 to 105,000 km**)
- 1999 Lowest-Highest Price*: $7,000 - $9,500 (75,000 to 90,000 km**)
- 2000 Lowest-Highest Price*: $8,000 - $11,500 (60,000 to 75,000 km**)
- 2001 Lowest-Highest Price*: $10,500 - $12,500 (45,000 to 60,000 km**)
- 2002 Lowest-Highest Price*: $11,500 - $13,500 (30,000 to 45,000 km**)
- Body Type: 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback, 2-door convertible
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine (1999): 95 hp, 99 lb-ft of torque, 1.6-L, 8-valve, SOHC, turbo I-4
- Engine (1999): 122 hp, 209 lb-ft of torque, 1.8-L, 16-valve, DOHC, turbo I-4
- Transmission: 5-spd manual (opt 4-spd auto)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/drum (opt ABS)
- Exterior Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,546 / 1,689 / 1,420 / 2,479 mm (171.1 / 66.5 / 55.9 / 97.6 in)
- Curb Weight: 1,070 - 1,140 kg (2,359 - 2,513 lbs)
- Acceleration (1.6-L 0 - 100 km/h): 12.4 seconds
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Capacity (seatbacks up - folded): 680 - 1,727 L (24.0 - 61.0 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (5-spd manual 1.6-L city/hwy): 7.8 / 6.4 L/100 km (30 / 37 mpg)
- Fuel Economy (5-spd manual 1.8-L city/hwy): 8.7 / 6.9 L/100 km (27 / 34 mpg)
- Competitors: Daewoo Nubira Wagon, Ford Escort / Focus Wagon, Hyundai Elantra Wagon, Mazda Protegé5, Mercury Tracer Wagon, Saturn SW, Subaru Impreza Wagon, VW Jetta Wagon
- Web Site: www.suzuki.ca
* Prices derived by averaging classified ads in Auto123.com, AutoTrader.ca and CanadaTrader.com across Canada. Prices in specific provinces may vary don't necessarily reflect all trim and condition levels. Also, these are asking prices so discounts may be available.
** Mileage averages based on approximately 15,000 to 20,000 km travel per year (calculated in 2004 model year)
Note: Additional larger photos are available in the photo album.
