Suzuki Takes 1st in AutoPacific Survey

2010 Suzuki Kizashi awarded top three spots in the 14th Annual Vehicle Satisfaction Survey

BREA, Calif. May 20, 2010; Since its North American debut last December, Suzuki's Kizashi has won significant praise from the automotive media. With the release of AutoPacific's 14th annual Vehicle Safety Awards (VSA), Suzuki and its more than 300 U.S. dealers are now hearing from consumers. And that consumer response, based on the research results from 42,000 new vehicle owners, identified the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi as registering highest in total overall satisfaction among all new purchased or leased vehicles sold in the United States. The Kizashi scored 99 points above the industry average to place first among all 2010 model year vehicles in AutoPacific's survey.

"This is an amazing win for Suzuki", said Koichi Suzuki, executive vice president of American Suzuki Automotive Operations. "The Kizashi is Suzuki's most important vehicle, and this feedback from our owners is exceptional."

The Kizashi is Suzuki’s most significant entry to date in the competitive midsize sedan segment. With its Eurocentric handling, high level of standard content and a starting price of under $20,000, Suzuki’s new sport sedan is resonating with an audience looking for entry-level luxury without the near-luxury price point; in short, premium without the premium. Propelled by a four cylinder, 2.4-liter engine producing 185 horsepower, and connected to a six-speed manual or optional CVT (180 horsepower), the Kizashi builds on the showroom success enjoyed by the five-door SX4 Crossover; America's least expensive all-wheel-drive vehicle; and the Grand Vitara compact SUV. More information on the Kizashi, SX4, Grand Vitara and Equator pickup, as well as directions to your nearest dealer, can be found on Suzuki's consumer website www.SuzukiAuto.com. Interested consumers can also check out news and information at www.Facebook.com/SuzukiAuto and follow Suzuki on Twitter at www.Twitter.com/SuzukiAuto.

2010 Suzuki Auto Product Line

Suzuki Auto's versatile line of vehicles includes the spirited four-door SX4 Sport, all-wheel-drive five-door SX4 Crossover, SX4 SportBack hot-hatch, refined Grand Vitara compact SUV, award-winning Equator pickup truck and performance-oriented Kizashi. Every vehicle in the line provides Suzuki’s standout virtues of durability, leading-edge style and high-end features at very competitive prices. All 2010 Suzuki automobiles are backed by America’s #1 Warranty: a 100,000-mile/seven-year, fully transferable, zero-deductible powertrain limited warranty.

About Suzuki The Brea, Calif.-based Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) was founded in 1963 by parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) and currently markets its vehicles in the United States through a network of more than 300 automotive dealerships and numerous other motorcycle, ATV and marine distributors in 49 states. With global headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle, and outboard motor manufacturer. In 2009, SMC sold more than 2.3 million new cars and trucks and more than 2.8 million motorcycles and ATVs. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has operations in 196 countries and regions. For more information, visit www.media.suzukiauto.com. Suzuki can also be found on Twitter (@SuzukiAuto), Facebook (www.Facebook.com/SuzukiAuto) and YouTube (www.YouTube.com/SuzukiAutomotive).