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Used 2008 Suzuki Reno Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Extremely Well Thought Out

Charley Reno, 03/08/2007
2007 Suzuki Reno 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Suzuki Reno is a superb value. Up and coming Suzuki delivers with just the right formula. It has unique and attractive styling, in and out. It also has lots of standard features, pretty darn good stereo CD with four 2-way speakers and four 1" tweeters (all 8 are door-mounted). I like its smooth acceleration and seamless shifting. It has nice 15" tires with full wheel covers. I also like the 8-way driver seat plus 3-position lumbar support. It's no hot rod, but for less than $14,000 there's a DOHC 2.0 liter 4-cylinder GM-designed engine that is more than adequate (made in Australia). Obviously, the gas mileage will not be 33/38 like the tin cans out there get, but 22/30 ain't bad. Plus, you're getting a lot more car for almost the same price. Definitely check this one out.

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5 out of 5 stars

Billie's Review

billie, 04/07/2007
2007 Suzuki Reno 4dr Hatchback w/Convenience Package (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

A fun vehicle to own. Not only can I go when I want with the quality travel I want, but it is very versatile for a family of 3 (me, my wife and my 12 month old son).

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4 out of 5 stars

Pleasantly Surprised

jpcommute, 03/16/2009
2007 Suzuki Reno 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I recently purchased a 5spd Reno (46K) for a commuter. I drive 90 miles round trip to work, about 90% interstate. The car is better than expected. The editor reviews seem to be a bit harsh. The ride is good, pretty quiet, handling is OK, peppy engine with the 5 spd, no problems merging etc.The standard features are way above the economy class norm. The mpg has been close to advertised, I have ranged between 26-28.5 mpg with an average 25% city 75% hwy driving. Hwy speeds between 70-77 mph. If you are looking for max mpg, look elsewhere, the Reno offers a pretty good package at the current used prices, shop around and get one at trade-in value and you will have a good 1st car or commuter.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

My '08 Reno

Keair, 04/08/2010
2008 Suzuki Reno 4dr Hatchback w/Convenience Package (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I just bought my '08 Reno a few days ago, and so far I'm very impressed with its performance and ride quality. MPG aren't too bad, but they could be a little better. For about 20-25 dollars you could expect to ride for a pretty good bit on a full tank. That's pretty good compared to a much bigger vehicle. My roommate has a minivan, and that take anywhere from thirty to forty dollars to fill up, and gas doesn't last half as long as it does in mine. I'm 24, and this is my very first vehicle, and so far I'm very happy, and well satisfied with my purchase.

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1.88 out of 5 stars

manual transmission

Ellen, 09/10/2009
2007 Suzuki Reno 4dr Hatchback w/ABS (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I am not happy at all with the transmission in this car. I am already repairing the clutch. the transmission has too much play and is very finicky with RPM to get a shift at the right time for "economy" I have always driven stick shifts. I have 48,000 on the car right now, as I commute a good distance to work. Would not be my choice again. I miss my KIA !!!!

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