Suzuki · model year 2012
2012 Suzuki SX4
Specifications and certified data for the 2012 model year. All Suzuki SX4 model years →

2012 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | 1,586 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 143 | 45.6 | Dossier |
| 1.6 SZ4 | 1,586 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 165 | 39.2 | Dossier |
| 1.6 SZ4 | 1,586 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 143 | 45.6 | Dossier |
| 1.6 SZ5 4X4 | 1,586 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 149 | 43.5 | Dossier |
| 2.0 DDIS SZ5 4X4 | 1,956 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 139 | 53.3 | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2012 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 342 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 317 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 342 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 25 | 355 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 355 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 25 | 355 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 355 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 25 | 355 | — | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Suzuki Sx4 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2012 Suzuki Sx4 5 HB AWD | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2012 Suzuki Sx4 5 HB FWD | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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18V804000 2018-11-14 · model years 2012, 2013
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.
Remedy: Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.…
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15V587000 2015-09-22 · model years 2012, 2013
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2103 Suzuki SX4 vehicles manufactured September 3, 2011, to April 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, insufficient clearance between the power steering pump body and the power steering fluid control valve may cause improper movement of the…
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki's customer service number at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number…
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14V811000 2014-12-22 · model years 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured July 16, 2009, to November 1, 2012, and 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 13, 2009, to October 31, 2012. The shift selector can be moved out of the "Park" position without depressing the brake pedal.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect, and if necessary, replace the shift knob, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki…
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Generation in 2012
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.
