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2012Small Pickup Trucks 2WDRegular

2012 Suzuki Equator 2WD

EPA ID: 31841

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City MPG

Combined MPG

19MPG· Below Avg

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2012 Suzuki Equator 2WD achieves an EPA-estimated 19 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 17 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic 5-spd, this small pickup trucks 2wd features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2012 Equator 2WD produces approximately 468 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Equator 2WD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,150, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $5,000 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Pickup Trucks 2WD

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine2.5L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions468 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score-1/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$3,150

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $5,000

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

18.9

Impact vs EPA

+$9

/ year

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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Pickup Trucks 2WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$707/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$16,800

39.6%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$13,816

32.6%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$11,400

26.9%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

0.9%

Total 5-Year Cost$42,416

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #12V464000·2012-09-19

critical

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 Equator two-wheel drive vehicles manufactured from June 19, 2012, through July 12, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with front wheel hubs that may not meet the design hardness specifications. A wheel hub that was manufactured below hardness specification may wear prematurely and eventually crack.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If the vehicle is driven with a cracked wheel hub, the wheel hub may break, which would reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Remedy: All of the affected vehicles have been quarantined at Suzuki dealers prior to being sold. As such, a recall notification letter will not be issued. Suzuki dealers will replace the left and right side front wheel hub assemblies free of charge. Customers may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.

Campaign #11V593000·2012-01-11

critical

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 EQUATOR PICKUP TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 16, 2011, THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2011. SOME OF THE BOLTS THAT CONNECT THE ENGINE OIL COOLER AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER TO THE ENGINE IN THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO BELOW SPECIFICATION STRENGTH. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY BREAK AT THE OIL FILTER ATTACHMENT POINT AND CAN CAUSE AN ENGINE OIL LEAK.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

93.5 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 116 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 7.8 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.