Suzuki Sidekick Sport RWD

19981998 · 2 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
21
Best
21

The Suzuki Sidekick Sport RWD has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 1998 through 1998. Over this period, the Sidekick Sport RWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 21 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1998
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000192220MPG
1998
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850202321MPG

Historical Efficiency

1998
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Sidekick Sport RWD) 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 Sidekick Sport RWD. 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 Sidekick/Vitara/ Vitara V6 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
7
Total Deaths
7

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
14.3%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
14.3%
Primary Impact Zone

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

100%
Front
0%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00