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Used 1991 Suzuki Sidekick Consumer Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

16 Years Later Still No Problems

David, 08/03/2006
1990 Suzuki Sidekick JLX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Sixteen years after purchasing my 1990 Suzuki Sidekick, we have never had a problem with this car. It has no rust. It's still in mint shape. It starts every time. We have had no break downs. Honestly, every car should be like this.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

'91 Sidekick - Basic but Fun

D. Tracy, 10/18/2005
1991 Suzuki Sidekick JX 4dr SUV 4WD
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

Yes, the Suzuki Sidekick is plain, but it will take me anywhere I want to go. On long trips to the mountains or on 4WD only trips in deep sand on Padre Island - this car has never let me down. I've pulled F-350's out of the sand. I bought mine for $2,500 and have put another $5,000 in it. I am now selling it for $1,800. As yuou can see, this truck has poor resale value. It can be fixed up to look good. I added custom wheels, graphics, a custom radio, tinted windows, and oversized tires to make it a real looker. The 1991 model has no overdrive which is a real bummer on gas. I only get 17 city, 24 hwy. The little engine revs high (4,000 rpm) at 70 mph. Mine has had two new engines and it uses oil. It is a great fishing car. Crosswinds at highway speeds are exhilerating though. I would not recommend this truck for a primary vehicle unless you're a good mechanic.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

fun, quality, economy

markdl, 11/01/2002
1990 Suzuki Sidekick JLX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

why buy a diesel for fuel economy, its noisy, shakey and no one knows how to fix it. why buy hybrid cars for fuel economy, they are expensive and not yet perfected. This SUV is made in Japan. Not Korea and not USA. In fact, it is being sold by an american car maker as GEO Tracker. Why? because they can't make anything this perfect. Fun to drive, quality built and so economical.

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5 out of 5 stars

FUN family on/off road vehicle

LT, 12/26/2015
updated 06/26/2016
1991 Suzuki Sidekick JX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

suzuki sidekicks are nearly extinct! Most basic fun vehicle! Feels like an atv . Cousin of the samurai. Better mpg than the Jeeps! This thing is unstoppable.. I used to use it as a daily driver and did the job quite well. Now its a week end fun ride. Pro. Cheap aftermarket pats. Simplicity .decent mpg. Compact 5 seater. Off road capabilities. Cons. Slow accelertion and speed. Lack of cup holders....

Safety
4 out of 5 stars
Technology
3 out of 5 stars
Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Interior
3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Value
4 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Fun... but,

druggedllama, 05/08/2002
1990 Suzuki Sidekick JLX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have had this car for four years. I have killed this car, even though I take care of it like it was new. I used to go "mudding" with it constantly, since I didnt have an ATV. I have gone through 2 axles, 3 sets of tires, numerous shocks, struts and other little pieces of equipment that would brake from excessive abuse off-roading with the 4 wheel drive and the top off. It was a fun little car, and would be a cheap pickup for anyone that likes to go off-roading and try to kill themselves. All in all I have no quirks with the car other than I would have liked a little more power and a roll cage. Ha ha !!

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3.13 out of 5 stars

my Barbi Mobile is very useful

Mick10k, 03/13/2002
1990 Suzuki Sidekick JX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

great car for single girl or young couple. Mechanicaly sound, utilitarian.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Suzuki sidekick 1991

Ricky b, 02/08/2004
1991 Suzuki Sidekick JX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

this car kicks ass!!! fun to drive, convertible, affordable, economic replacement parts, really good 4x4 and off road performance (mud and sand)and girls like it, specially on the beach

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