Some Cars Have to Rely on a Good Personality
I am glad to say that my most recent experience with the Suzuki Aerio Fastback was much more pleasant than my previous one. The
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I'm glad to say that my most recent experience with the Suzuki Aerio Fastback was much more pleasant than my previous one. (Photo: Alexandra Straub, Canadian Auto Press) |
To me, it looks like a rather unattractive spaceship! While no X-wing fighter or Enterprise for that matter, the updated 2005 model at least sports a new front bumper, grille, fog lamps, newly designed 15-inch alloy wheels and rear combination lamps, making it a tad less offensive than the outgoing model and somewhat sportier.
As of the 2004 model year, the Aerio received an upgraded 2.3-liter, 16-valve,
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The Aerio received an upgraded 2.3-liter, 16-valve, DOHC engine boasting 155 horsepower and a rather lethargic 0 to 100 km/h time of 10.8 seconds. (Photo: Alexandra Straub, Canadian Auto Press) |
Acceleration was quite good while ascending uphill or passing on the highway, but I found that at higher revs the Aerio's engine tended to sound a bit loud and feel somewhat strained. Nevertheless, the spunky Suzuki offers commendable fuel economy, an estimated 9.9 L/100 km in the city and 7.6 L/100 km on the highway.