Suzuki Forenza
2005–2008 model years · Generation introduced 2004
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- Available years
- 2005–2008
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $2,850–$3,400
The overview
This small sedan is the successor to the Daewoo Nubira. It's called the Optra in Canada. The Forenza's many features might appear tempting, but its performance does not compete well with the class leaders. The 126-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine delivers fairly slow acceleration and only so-so fuel economy. The Forenza corners reluctantly and does not inspire confidence when pushed to its limits. The ride is stiff and not well-controlled. Interior fit and finish is relatively good, however, and the firm front seats offer good support. We found it hard to find a Forenza with ABS. The Reno is the hatchback version.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 ↗ sedan 2.0-liter 4 (127 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Manual 5-speed | $3,400 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2007 ↗ 4-door hatchback 2.0-liter 4 (127 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $2,850 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2006 ↗ sedan 2.0-liter 4 (143 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Manual 5-speed | $2,875 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2005 ↗ S sedan 2.0-liter 4 (126 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $2,950 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2008 model
sedan 2.0-liter 4 (127 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Manual 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2008 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2004
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,400
- Retail value range
- $3,375 - $3,425
- Original MSRP range
- $14,489 - $17,689
- Trade-in range
- $980 - $1,030
Ratings
- Road test score
- 39/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
- Tested city
- 19 MPG
- Tested highway
- 36 MPG
- Tested overall
- 27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,795
- Cruising range
- 385 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 147 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 49.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 177 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,815 lb
- Maximum load
- 875 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Vehicle ID: 8387 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2007 model
4-door hatchback 2.0-liter 4 (127 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2007 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2004
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $2,850
- Retail value range
- $2,850 - $2,850
- Original MSRP range
- $13,999 - $16,949
- Trade-in range
- $550 - $555
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 169 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,785 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Vehicle ID: 7860 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2006 model
sedan 2.0-liter 4 (143 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Manual 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2006 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2004
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $2,875
- Retail value range
- $2,850 - $2,900
- Original MSRP range
- $13,799 - $17,299
- Trade-in range
- $550 - $605
Ratings
- Road test score
- 39/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
- Tested city
- 19 MPG
- Tested highway
- 36 MPG
- Tested overall
- 27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,795
- Cruising range
- 385 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 147 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 49.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 177 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,815 lb
- Maximum load
- 875 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Vehicle ID: 4598 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2005 model
S sedan 2.0-liter 4 (126 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2005 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2004
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $2,950
- Retail value range
- $2,925 - $3,000
- Original MSRP range
- $13,449 - $17,549
- Trade-in range
- $625 - $685
Ratings
- Road test score
- 39/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
- Tested city
- 19 MPG
- Tested highway
- 36 MPG
- Tested overall
- 27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,795
- Cruising range
- 385 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 147 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 49.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 177 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,840 lb
- Maximum load
- 875 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Vehicle ID: 4754 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
