Segment: Compact
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006
Suzuki needed a larger vehicle, and, since GM had a good offer for a badge-engineered car, it took the opportunity and launched the Verona in 2004 as a twin-brother for the Chevrolet Evanda.
Not everything that Daewoo had in its portfolio was good for scrap metal. It had a good platform that evolved into GM's Gamma II base and the one used before for the Daewoo Leganza, which was transformed into Chevrolet Evanda in 2004. With a design signed by Italdesign Giugiaro studio, the mid-size sedan tried to convince customers that it was a good bet.
Just like its badge-engineered sibling from GM, the Verona was penned by Giugiaro. The main difference, though, was the front fascia, where the bow-tie badge supported by a horizontal slat was replaced by a mesh grille with Suzuki's big chromed S emblem. The mix of curved surfaces and sharp lines defined the car and formed an elegant-looking sedan. But there were still some shapes that resembled the older Leganza, and those were not trendy anymore.
Thanks to its ample wheelbase, the Verona provided a roomy interior suited for five adult-sized occupants. The front bucket seats were separated by a tall center console that hosted a storage compartment covered by an armrest. Just to get more attention, Suzuki offered many amenities as standard. It even provided the same 6-CD in-dash changer that Daewoo developed, and it was also installed by Chevrolet.
Since Suzuki didn't have any suitable engine for this kind of vehicle, it used Daewoo's 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter powerplants. It paired them with a four-speed automatic that was slow and sluggish. By 2007, the low sales figures convinced Suzuki that it was time to drop the car from its lineup.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 4AT FWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 85.3 KW @ 5800 RPM 116 HP @ 5800 RPM 114 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 240 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Mutlipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 187.8 in (4770 mm) |
Width: | 71.5 in (1816 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/60.4 in (1,549/1,534 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3380 lbs (1533 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321.8 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.1 mpg US (13 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 4AT FWD (131 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 96.4 KW @ 5400 RPM 131 HP @ 5400 RPM 129 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 134 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 181 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Mutlipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 187.8 in (4770 mm) |
Width: | 71.5 in (1816 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/60.4 in (1,549/1,534 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3135 lbs (1422 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321.8 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.1 mpg US (13 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 4AT FWD (156 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 2492 cm3 |
Power: | 114.7 KW @ 5800 RPM 156 HP @ 5800 RPM 154 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 240 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Mutlipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 187.8 in (4770 mm) |
Width: | 71.5 in (1816 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/60.4 in (1,549/1,534 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3380 lbs (1533 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321.8 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19.1 mpg US (12.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |