1992 Suzuki Sidekick Review
Price Estimate:Â $3,078 - $5,175
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
Four-door models receive an increase of 15 horsepower and a four-speed automatic transmission. All Sidekicks get a redesigned instrument panel.
For sale near Greensboro, NC
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1992 Suzuki Sidekick JS 2dr SUV w/Soft Top and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.84 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Carolina.
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Carolina
$155/mo  for Sidekick JS
Sidekick JS
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$151/mo
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Suzuki Sidekick Reviews
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16 Years Later Still No Problems
4.88 out of 5 starsDavid, 08/03/2006
1990 Suzuki Sidekick JLX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
Sixteen years after purchasing my 1990 Suzuki Sidekick, we have never had a problem with this car. It has no rust. It's still in mint shape. It starts every time. We have had no break downs. Honestly, every car should be like this.
'91 Sidekick - Basic but Fun
2.63 out of 5 starsD. Tracy, 10/18/2005
1991 Suzuki Sidekick JX 4dr SUV 4WD
Yes, the Suzuki Sidekick is plain, but it will take me anywhere I want to go. On long trips to the mountains or on 4WD only trips in deep sand on Padre Island - this car has never let me down. I've pulled F-350's out of the sand. I bought mine for $2,500 and have put another $5,000 in it. I am now selling it for $1,800. As yuou can see, this truck has poor resale value. It can be … fixed up to look good. I added custom wheels, graphics, a custom radio, tinted windows, and oversized tires to make it a real looker. The 1991 model has no overdrive which is a real bummer on gas. I only get 17 city, 24 hwy. The little engine revs high (4,000 rpm) at 70 mph. Mine has had two new engines and it uses oil. It is a great fishing car. Crosswinds at highway speeds are exhilerating though. I would not recommend this truck for a primary vehicle unless you're a good mechanic.
fun, quality, economy
4.13 out of 5 starsmarkdl, 11/01/2002
1990 Suzuki Sidekick JLX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
why buy a diesel for fuel economy, its
noisy, shakey and no one knows how to
fix it. why buy hybrid cars for fuel
economy, they are expensive and not
yet perfected. This SUV is made in
Japan. Not Korea and not USA. In fact,
it is being sold by an american car
maker as GEO Tracker. Why? because
they can't make anything this
perfect. Fun to drive, quality built
and so … economical.
FUN family on/off road vehicle
5 out of 5 starsLT, 12/26/2015
1991 Suzuki Sidekick JX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
suzuki sidekicks are nearly extinct!
Most basic fun vehicle! Feels like an atv .
Cousin of the samurai. Better mpg than the Jeeps! This thing is unstoppable.. I used to use it as a daily driver and did the job quite well. Now its a week end fun ride.
Pro.
Cheap aftermarket pats. Simplicity .decent mpg. Compact 5 seater. Off road capabilities.
Cons.
Slow accelertion and speed. … Lack of cup holders....
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1992 Suzuki Sidekick, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sidekick since its last redesign.
1992 Sidekick Highlights
JS
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $155/month |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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