Drivers Log.(News)(2005 Suzuki Reno)(Brief Article)

2005 Suzuki Reno Date in fleet: Dec. 29-Jan. 7 As-tested price: $17,194 Powertrain: 2.0-liter I4; fwd, five-speed manual Output: 126 hp @ 5600 rpm, 131 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm Curb weight: 2739 lbs HART: It would be easy to assume the Reno is a crapwagon of major proportions; I certainly thought so before I drove it.

But after 120 miles behind the wheel, I can't say that. Is it the Next Big Thing? No, but for $17 grand, I found only one thing that really bugged me: The gearshift may be the worst I've ever experienced in a new car. There is so much slop that you can do full bicep ...

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