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I used MyWackoSpace.com 's amazing MySpace Editor . Our road test for this generation Suzuki X-90 includes a full evaluation from the inside out. We've evaluated every aspect of the Suzuki X-90 and highlighted the vehicle's performance with pros and cons. Use our comprehensive road test ratings to decide if this generation Suzuki X-90 is right for you. 1996-1998 Suzuki X-90 Road Test Pros Cons Entry/exit Acceleration Noise Ride Cargo roomConsumer Guide? Road-Test Evaluation Basically, the strange-looking X-90 feels like a tall, crude sports car from the 1960s--one that could use a semester or two of finishing school to gain some refinement. At highway speeds, occupants in the X-90 are bombarded by excessive engine noise, road rumble, and wind howl. The engine itself produces a loud, coarse growl when accelerating. Wind noise grows intrusive around the removable roof panels at speeds beyond 35 mph. You can expect a lively ride--but not in the fun-filled sense. There's a lot of bouncing and pitching on the highway, coupled with stiff, jarring reactions to bumpy pavement. Because it's tall and lightweight, too, the X-90 is easily buffeted by crosswinds. Not really an SUV, the X-90 is not meant for even gentle off-road driving, despite 4WD availability. Acceleration and passing power are adequate with manual shift, though you'll often have to floor the gas pedal to achieve decent results. And when you do, that action generates considerable noise and vibration. The pace slows considerably in an X-90 with automatic, but noise levels are just as unpleasant. We averaged 23.5 mpg in a 4WD model with 5-speed. Head and leg room are adequate for 6-footers. Unlike many 4WD vehicles, entry/exit is easy, with almost no step-up into the interior. Visibility to the front and sides is good, but wide rear pillars create large obstructions over both shoulders. Climate controls are simple and well-marked. Stereo controls are tiny, and nearly impossible to use in the dark. Storage space behind the seats is minimal, and doors are devoid of map pockets. The trunk is narrow and not particularly deep, and the spare tire eats up some of the potential luggage space. Value for the Money Being unique does not necessarily translate to being popular--or desirable. Whether intended as a sport-utility or a car, the X-90 is not a good value, especially when compared to the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, or Jeep Wrangler. For a modestly priced sporty small car, consider something like the Dodge/Plymouth Neon or Chevrolet Cavalier/Pontiac Sunfire. Consumer Guide? Road Test Ratings Suzuki X-90 Rating Performance 2 Fuel Economy 5 Ride Quality 1 Steering/Handling/Braking 3 Quietness 1 Controls/Materials 4 Interior Room 5 Room/Comfort (rear) 0 Cargo Capacity 2 Value within Class 2 Total: 25Each vehicle report contains one rating chart for representative model. Consumer Guide? rates in ten key areas: Performance, Fuel Economy, Ride Comfort, Steering and Handling, Interior Noise, Controls and Materials, Driver Room, Passenger Room, Cargo Capacity, and Insurance Costs. These ratings compare the particular vehicle rated to ALL other vehicles, not a vehicle's standing in a particular class. In the ratings table, "1" is the lowest rating and "10" is the highest rating.Detailed safety information for this generation Suzuki X-90 include detailed crash test scores from the NHTSA. Specs for this generation Suzuki X-90include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability. 1996-1998 Suzuki X-90 Specs & Safety Vehicle Dimensions Specification 2-door convertible Wheelbase, in. 86.6 Overall Length, in. 146.1 Overall Width, in. 66.7 Overall Height, in. 60.5 Curb Weight, lbs. 2326 Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 8.4 Standard Payload, lbs. -- Fuel Capacity, gals. 11.1 Seating Capacity 2 Front Head Room, in. 34.2 Max. Front Leg Room, in. 41.5 Rear Head Room, in. -- Max. Rear Leg Room, in. --Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. Powertrain Options and Availability The X-90's 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine produced 95 horsepower and drove a 5-speed manual transmission. A 4-speed automatic transmission was optional only in 4-wheel-drive models. Engines Size liters / cu. in Horse- power Torque Transmission: EPA city/hgwy Consumer Guide Observed ohc I4 1.6 / 97 95 98 5-speed manual: 25/28 4-speed automatic: 23/27 5-speed manual: 23.5 4-speed automatic: --Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. NHTSA Crash-Test Results Vehicle crash test information not available at this time. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury: 5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%; 1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%; 2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%. Built In: Japan Drive Wheels: longitudinal front-engine/rear- or 4-wheel drive