My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (Tons of Pics, low bandwidth warning)
11-01-2008, 06:25 PM
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My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (Tons of Pics, low bandwidth warning)
Hey guys, i bought this deep sea blue 08 Suzuki AWD Sx4 Touring II package brand new in may this year. I have about 11k miles on it now and i will say i like it alot so far. It really reminds me of a 1st generation CRV. So far it has been cheap, reliable and pretty fun. Here are some pics starting from the day i got it:
Then i got it tinted to get rid of that "spaceship look":
Next i got new pedals, an armrest and sunglass holder. After wash pics:
After that i added some more oem parts and took it for a rally-x:
Here are the mods thus far:
Tint
HK Raised lettering Mudflaps
HK Sunglass Holder
OEM Exhaust Tip
OEM rear hatch guard
OEM Window Visors
OEM Carbon Dash Kit
OEM Carbon Side steps
OEM Aluminum Pedals
Greddy / Trust shift **** (Custom Al grommet)
Royal Purple Engine oil & rear diff. fluid
RRM Cold Air Intake
Comments & opinions welcome
Modified by Chronicsinners at 4:04 AM 11/2/2008
Then i got it tinted to get rid of that "spaceship look":
Next i got new pedals, an armrest and sunglass holder. After wash pics:
After that i added some more oem parts and took it for a rally-x:
Here are the mods thus far:
Tint
HK Raised lettering Mudflaps
HK Sunglass Holder
OEM Exhaust Tip
OEM rear hatch guard
OEM Window Visors
OEM Carbon Dash Kit
OEM Carbon Side steps
OEM Aluminum Pedals
Greddy / Trust shift **** (Custom Al grommet)
Royal Purple Engine oil & rear diff. fluid
RRM Cold Air Intake
Comments & opinions welcome
Modified by Chronicsinners at 4:04 AM 11/2/2008
11-01-2008, 07:23 PM
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Re: My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (ITRbroham)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ITRbroham »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">AWD?</TD></TR></TABLE>
this is actually close to the WRC rally car. and the AWD is controlled by a switch inside the cabin i do believe
this is actually close to the WRC rally car. and the AWD is controlled by a switch inside the cabin i do believe
11-01-2008, 07:32 PM
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Re: My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (xJ.SLOTHx)
Correct. You can switch between FWD, AWD 40%, and AWD 40% lock. The lock disengages after 39mpg IIRC... The WRC car has a straight AWD trans diff setup and is turbo charged. But it is 100% made in japan as a suzuki, unlike some of the rebadged suzukis/kia's of the past couple years.
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11-02-2008, 06:21 AM
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Re: (ProTreeCRX)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ProTreeCRX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">dope! does suzuki sell suzuki sport parts in the US?</TD></TR></TABLE>
No, they must be imported from japan for a premium
They do make some pretty cool parts though, Fujitisu makes 2 different exhausts for it
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SkimN »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I just read in Sports Compact Car about these. someone has a turbo kit out.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yup, Roadrace motorsports makes a kit. There is also a canadian company that makes kit. Both are ludicriously priced at about 5K$, which is more than 25% of the total car purchase ... plus you would probably void the 100k miles warranty.
Not all of them are AWD, the sedans are not, and not all crossovers are AWD. Thanks for the words so far guys
No, they must be imported from japan for a premium
They do make some pretty cool parts though, Fujitisu makes 2 different exhausts for it <TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SkimN »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I just read in Sports Compact Car about these. someone has a turbo kit out.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yup, Roadrace motorsports makes a kit. There is also a canadian company that makes kit. Both are ludicriously priced at about 5K$, which is more than 25% of the total car purchase ... plus you would probably void the 100k miles warranty.
Not all of them are AWD, the sedans are not, and not all crossovers are AWD. Thanks for the words so far guys
11-03-2008, 09:41 AM
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The SX4 sport is hella fun for like $16k.
I really like Suzuki's cars in general, too bad we never got the Cappuccino (EA11/EA21)
You can get an SX4 sport with Nav now for the same $16k. 5spd, handles well, fun to drive, nice warranty, etc, for the same as a Fit Sport.
I wish they'd sell the Wagon R here.
EDIT: ThirtyNine, if that white Yaris with the orange rollers is yours in the blog, that looks very cool.
I really like Suzuki's cars in general, too bad we never got the Cappuccino (EA11/EA21)
You can get an SX4 sport with Nav now for the same $16k. 5spd, handles well, fun to drive, nice warranty, etc, for the same as a Fit Sport.
I wish they'd sell the Wagon R here.
EDIT: ThirtyNine, if that white Yaris with the orange rollers is yours in the blog, that looks very cool.
11-04-2008, 06:35 AM
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Re: (WanganRunner)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by WanganRunner »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">The SX4 sport is hella fun for like $16k.
You can get an SX4 sport with Nav now for the same $16k. 5spd, handles well, fun to drive, nice warranty, etc, for the same as a Fit Sport.
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Yup I considered the Fit, scion xA, versa, yaris, etc... as well as the new WRX. I wanted AWD but just couldnt spring the extra dough for the suby. Thanks.
You can get an SX4 sport with Nav now for the same $16k. 5spd, handles well, fun to drive, nice warranty, etc, for the same as a Fit Sport.
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Yup
I considered the Fit, scion xA, versa, yaris, etc... as well as the new WRX. I wanted AWD but just couldnt spring the extra dough for the suby. Thanks.
11-07-2008, 03:37 AM
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Re: (EFSedan#6)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EFSedan#6 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Hey man nice project. I am the parts manager at the local Suzuki dealership. Need anything, let me know. I will hook you up.</TD></TR></TABLE>
HAHA, that would have been nice to know a little earlier. As im sure you know there are quite a few oem accessories on it...
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SpecialEdxl »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">get some fly wheels on it and lower it some</TD></TR></TABLE>
I had orignally intended on getting air-ride or a lift kit, however i would like to remain in the stock rallyx class (SA: Stock AWD). I will probably get a set of summer wheels though
HAHA, that would have been nice to know a little earlier. As im sure you know there are quite a few oem accessories on it...
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SpecialEdxl »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">get some fly wheels on it and lower it some</TD></TR></TABLE>
I had orignally intended on getting air-ride or a lift kit, however i would like to remain in the stock rallyx class (SA: Stock AWD). I will probably get a set of summer wheels though
11-10-2008, 07:49 AM
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Re: (WanganRunner)
Originally Posted by WanganRunner
The SX4 sport is hella fun for like $16k.
EDIT: ThirtyNine, if that white Yaris with the orange rollers is yours in the blog, that looks very cool.
EDIT: ThirtyNine, if that white Yaris with the orange rollers is yours in the blog, that looks very cool.
Speaking of the SX4, btw, a few pics from a couple of SX4s on my blog:
http://www.subcompactculture.c....html
11-10-2008, 06:11 PM
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Re: My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (Chronicsinners)
yay, SUZUKI! 
i have an Aerio that i bought new in 06, put 63,000 miles on it already, and not a single thing has gone wrong with it. like you mentioned, the REAL Suzukis are truly trouble free, and their fit and finish is top notch for its class!
enjoy yours i'm jealous of the aftermarket support for the SX4s, i'm lucky to even have springs and a drop-in filter!
i have an Aerio that i bought new in 06, put 63,000 miles on it already, and not a single thing has gone wrong with it. like you mentioned, the REAL Suzukis are truly trouble free, and their fit and finish is top notch for its class!
enjoy yours
i'm jealous of the aftermarket support for the SX4s, i'm lucky to even have springs and a drop-in filter!
11-11-2008, 05:28 AM
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Re: My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (FOUR-G)
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yay, SUZUKI!
enjoy yours i'm jealous of the aftermarket support for the SX4s, i'm lucky to even have springs and a drop-in filter!
enjoy yours
i'm jealous of the aftermarket support for the SX4s, i'm lucky to even have springs and a drop-in filter! The aftermarket support is still nothing compared to a honda, subaru or mitsu, but it is growing.
11-11-2008, 08:50 AM
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Re: My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (Thirty-Nine)
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EPA est. 21/28 (for the AWD version)
11-11-2008, 11:53 AM
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Re: My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (bluebird)
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I know... I would like some real world numbers ... know what I mean? I am actually considering one of these bad boys.
11-11-2008, 01:11 PM
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Re: My Daily: 08 Suzuki Sx4 Build Thread (Thirty-Nine)
yeah, sx4club.com is the best forum for sx4's.... so far 
Real world mpg, I have consistently get around 27-29 MPG, a true mix of city and highway. I have put 12k miles on mine since may and it has twice been higher than 30MPG, otherwise in the high 20's. Not quite as good as a fit, but is bigger, awd, and brakes better
I like it alot so far
Real world mpg, I have consistently get around 27-29 MPG, a true mix of city and highway. I have put 12k miles on mine since may and it has twice been higher than 30MPG, otherwise in the high 20's. Not quite as good as a fit, but is bigger, awd, and brakes better
I like it alot so far