2007 Suzuki Aerio news, pictures, and information

2007 SUZUKI AERIO DELIVERS FUNCTION, FEATURES, STYLE

The sporty 2.3-liter, four-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC engine design produces an impressive 155 horsepower and 152 lb.-ft. of torque, providing drivers wîth a peppy ride. The Aerio is nimble and easy to maneuver for daily errands and adventures around town. The sophisticated, high-tech engine features a zero-maintenance, two-stage timing chain and is connected to the chassis wîth vibration-absorbing liquid-filled engine mounts.

Last year, the LEV emissions system was upgraded wîth enhanced OBDII for more efficient diagnostics capability and evaporative emissions reduction. The front-wheel-drive Aerio delivers EPA fuel economy estimates of 25 mpg/city and 31 mpg/highway wîth either manual or automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com)

Agile Handling and Available QuadGrip AWD System

The Aerio's independent MacPherson strut front and rear suspension provides capable handling and allows for efficient packaging for plenty of interior space. The power-assisted rack-and-pinion §teering combined wîth front and rear anti-roll bars help give Aerio an accurate, controlled feel in the corners. Suzuki's available QuadGrip all-wheel-drive system offers extra control, comfort and confidence. In normal operation, virtually all of the engine's torque is sent to the front wheels for maximum fuel efficiency. However, in situations where the front tires lose traction, such as climbing a slick incline or accelerating on a wet street, QuadGrip automatically and progressively transfers up to 50 percent of the engine's available torque to the rear wheels, operating seamlessly without driver input.

Solid Safety Engineering

Energy-absorbing structures in both the front and rear help to reduce the severity of crash impacts that reach the passenger compartment, while high-tensile steel beams in the doors and roof pillars help protect occupants in side impacts. The Aerio's roof is reinforced wîth two cross-members to help prevent the cabin from deforming in a collision. The Aerio also features standard front seatbelt pretensioners that take up slack in the seatbelts the instant a crash triggers the airbags.

The 2002 through 2005 Aerio models earned the top safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for performance in the 40-mph frontal offset crash test and were deemed 'Best Picks.' In the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) side-impact test, the 2004 Aerio (the most recent model tested) earned the top five-star rating for front seat passengers and a four-star rating for rear seat passengers.

With its standard advanced weight-sensing front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS), advanced dual-stage front airbag SRS and driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbag SRS (not included in the 2004 model NHTSA side-impact test), the 2007 Aerio provides a comforting level of passenger protection.

Attitude and Style

	Vital Stats
Engine : 2.3 L., 4-cylinder Power: 155 hp Torque: 152 ft-lbs
5-speed Manual, 4-speed Automatic

The Aerio has a contemporary flavor and more attitude than you might expect for a vehicle in the class. As the Aerio was designed slightly taller than most passenger cars in the class, it offers expansive headroom and positions the driver wîth a high eyepoint and excellent road visibility.

The Aerio has comfortable seating for five passengers, split-folding rear seatbacks and a best-in-class trunk wîth 14.6 cubic feet of space.

The interior was designed wîth convenience and style in mind. A handy center console offers convenient storage for smaller items and the quality seat fabric provides durability and a sporty look. In addition, last year's redesigned available automatic transmission shift lever helps give the interior a more refined, upscale look.

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