1998 Suzuki Sidekick
The 1998 Suzuki Sidekick is listed in 12 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.6 L 4-cyl and 1.8 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 22 MPG (best: 10.7 L/100 km).
Model year1998
Versions12
ClassSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD, Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidekick 2Door 4WD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 23 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD |
| Sidekick 2Door 4WD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 24 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD |
| Sidekick 2Door RWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 23 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
| Sidekick 2Door RWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 24 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
| Sidekick 4Door 4WD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 24 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD |
| Sidekick 4Door 4WD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 24 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD |
| Sidekick 4Door RWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 24 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
| Sidekick 4Door RWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 24 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
| Sidekick Sport 4WD | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 22 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD |
| Sidekick Sport 4WD | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 23 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD |
| Sidekick Sport RWD | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 22 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
| Sidekick Sport RWD | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 23 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick.