2006 SUZUKI FORENZA SEDAN AND WAGON GET A STYLING UPDATE AND SIMPLIFIED MODEL STRATEGY
8/22/05
BREA, Calif. (August 22, 2005) - For 2006, the updated family of Forenza vehicles features new styling and revised model strategies while continuing to offer their strong roster of modern conveniences – a powerful engine, America’s #1 Warranty and clean European styling by the world famous Pininfarina Design Studio.
For 2006, the Forenza’s style evolves with a new front fascia design that incorporates a more contemporary look with a new Suzuki “family” grille. Also new for 2006 is the Forenza’s simplified model strategy. Instead of three models, the Forenzas now come as one well-equipped standard model and a fully loaded Premium Package.
The Forenza’s new front fascia has a sporty appearance and the sedan’s large greenhouse cab provides first-class visibility. On the Forenza Wagon, standard silver roof rails complement the sleek roofline.
Both models have 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks to maximize cargo carrying capacity; 12.4 cubic feet for Forenza sedan and an impressive 24.4 cubic feet for Forenza Wagon (61.8 cubic feet with the rear seatback folded). The Forenza Wagon’s lift gate makes loading long or bulky items a snap.
Simplified Trim Level Structure
MSRPs begin at just $13,699 for the Forenza sedan and $14,399 for the Forenza Wagon. The premium package includes fog lights, new 15-inch alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, an anti-lock brake system (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and cruise control. The Forenza sedan’s MSRP with Premium Package is $14,999, while the Forenza Wagon’s MSRP with Premium Package is value-priced at $15,699.
The 2006 Forenza vehicles share a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC engine driving the front wheels. The engine produces a solid 127 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 131 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. The Forenza sedan delivers an EPA estimated 23/30-mpg city/highway for the manual transmission model and 22/31-mpg city/highway for the automatic transmission model. The Forenza Wagon delivers an EPA estimated 22/30-mpg city/highway for the manual transmission model and 21/30-mpg city/highway for the automatic transmission model. For 2006, the ULEV-II emissions system has been upgraded with enhanced OBDII for more efficient diagnostics capability.
The Forenza sedan and Wagon are equipped with 15-inch steel wheels with new flush wheel covers and P195/55R15 all-season tires. The aluminum alloy wheels included in the Premium Package are new for 2006.