The new 2008 Suzuki Aerio is offered with optional all-wheel-drive, making it quite a bargain to offer AWD in this class. Welcome to our 2008 Suzuki Aerio review. Billed as an "entry-level subcompact," the new Aerio comes as a sedan or wagon. Aerio's sedan comes in two different models - S and GS. The wagon comes in its own model - the Aerio SX. If you are looking for information on any of these models, or if you seek information about 2008 Suzuki Aerio accessories, please visit our home page where we have posted links to retailers.

Stellar Aerio performance begins under the hood, where a powerful dual-cam, 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine produces 141 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and delivers 135 pounds-per-foot of torque at 3,000 rpm. With one of the most powerful standard engines in the subcompact class, Aerio also offers an available 145-horsepower, 4-cylinder engine. All of the Aerio models also come with:

• Automatic four-speed transmissions



• MacPherson struts front and rear



• Liquid-filled mounts for the engine

Thanks to all of these features, Aerio's cabin is fairly quiet - something every Aerio review notes.

Here's a twist: The 2008 Suzuki Aerio offers exciting design with crisp lines and sporty aerodynamic treatments that help disguise the boxy dimensions characteristic of most hatchbacks. On the outside, features include:

• Round foglamps



• Large triangular polycarbonate shields



• 15-inch alloy wheels



• Wide doors

For those who wish to extend the exotic appearance of their Aerio, there are a multitude of 2008 Aerio accessories and body kits that are available from retailers which are listed on our home page. On the inside of every Aerio, standard equipment includes:

• Air conditioning



• Power steering



• Foglamps



• Power mirrors



• Tilting steering wheel



• Tachometer



• Rear window defroster



• Intermittent wipers



• AM-FM stereo kit with CD player and six speakers on all three models.

The Aerio SX comes standard with additional cruise control, a keyless remote entry system, rear window wiper/washer, the rear spoiler, and a chrome tip on the exhaust pipe.