Suzuki Esteem Wagon

19982002 · 15 configurations

Lowest
25
Average
26
Best
28

The Suzuki Esteem Wagon has been tested by the EPA across 15 different configurations spanning model years 1998 through 2002. Over this period, the Esteem Wagon has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 25 MPG to 28 MPG, with an overall average of 26 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2002
26
2001
26
2000
28
1999
28
1998
28

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Esteem Wagon) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Suzuki Esteem Wagon. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Suzuki Suzuki Esteem grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
17
Total Deaths
17

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
17.6%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
5.9%
DUI Involved
11.8%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

67%
Front
17%
Side
17%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
2.00
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
2.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2002
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory