Skip to main content

Used 2005 Suzuki Reno Hatchback Consumer Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
42 reviews

See Edmunds pricing data

Has Your Car's Value Changed?

Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.

Price history graph example

Trending topics in reviews

Pros
Cons
4.63 out of 5 stars

Great Commuter

golf4frek, 09/12/2005
2005 Suzuki Reno S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great little car that is inexpensive and fun to drive! If you're looking for an inexpensive / economical yet stylish little car I highly recommend it Mileage has been about 30 in combined highway / city driving and as high as 33 in straight highway. That's not to shabby. Power is average but adequate and I concur with the professional reviewers that recommend the 5 speed over the automatic, it couples the power to the wheels much better than the auto. Styling does turn some heads and I've been asked about it from a few people. Interior is good and functional. List of standard features is great but has no cruise control standard which is strange. I'm pleased, this is a great commuter car.

Report Abuse

4.13 out of 5 stars

Reno....not broken in yet

Charley, 12/05/2004
2005 Suzuki Reno S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I just got my Reno and am pleased. A few things need to be changed but overall it's a great car. The main selling point of any Suzuki is the warranty. You can't beat 7 year/100,000 miles. Plus, if you are a loyal customer to the dealer for your services, you get free tires as long as you own it. For a base model, it has a lot more than any other base model you can get. We were looking for budget...and that's what we got. But this is by far the best bang for your buck as far as dependability goes. Power isn't all there. My '92 prelude puts the Reno to shame in that aspect. But all in all it's a nice car with a lot of benefits you shouldn't pass up if you're on a budget.

Report Abuse
2005 Suzuki Reno for sale near you
Showing 1 of 1 listings
See all 1 listing

5 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive

M. Miller, 07/03/2009
2005 Suzuki Reno S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Manual version is very fun to drive as long as you don't mind driving the stick. The car is looking great from behind; very sexy. It has great lines and it feels sleek and "in style" even after 4 years. I recommended it mostly for in-town commute. I drove it from Atlanta, through DC and NY, when I moved up to Chicago. I drive it in Chicago and it fits perfectly here; easy to park, easy to move around on short distances. I don't understand why only 7.2 in Editor's review.

Report Abuse

4.88 out of 5 stars

Suzuki Reno? Something very special!!!

LS - Atlanta, 01/12/2005
2005 Suzuki Reno S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I bought this car few days ago and I wanted to share how excited I was driving this car. From afar the European design catches the drivers' eyes. Very roomy, sporty, strongly built, with a predictable steering when strolling or cruising on highway. High quality for the crafted interior as well as the sound system. Comfort gets a 10 as well. The base model comes with a lot of "power everything". The engine performs outstanding. I think it is a great, great value for the money.

Report Abuse

3.5 out of 5 stars

Suzuki Reno '05 Problems!

Tom, 05/06/2009
2005 Suzuki Reno LX 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Bought car in 08/2006. Right after purchase the serpentine belt needed replaced. After one month (9/06) the steering joint had to be replaced, I also had an oil leak and the valve cover gasket needed replaced. 11/06 I had to have the power steering system flushed and the fuel emission serviced. 1/07 The following needed replaced: Front strut upper mountings, bearings, and sway bar links. Luckily most of these repairs were covered under the bumper-to-bumper warranty. I had a brake from repairs until 5/08, the power steering sensor had to be replaced along with the drivers seat assembly. I've had some starting and idling issues and now I have a really hard time starting it. No power.

Report Abuse
Items per page:
5