Suzuki Baleno Saloon 1995-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Long list of optional extras within the standard price, 4 electric windows, alarm/immobiliser, central locking, twin airbags, metallic paint, colour coded bumpers, electric wing mirrors, etc.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    As with most cars , best brought 1 or 2 years old.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    You know it will never break down, good for city driving and cruise on motorway at 80+mph

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprisingly quick if you put your foot down, third gear 60+mph! Change from first to second can be crunchy at speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Solid - very economical 8p per mile in petrol.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Unknown, very rare.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfortable but no lower lumbar support - therefore a bit too comfortable for long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Central locking and immobiliser standard.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Pricey servicing - never given another Suzuki as courtesy car !

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Electric windows slow down every few months, again fixed free of charge from dealership.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes