1992 Suzuki Sidekick Hardtop 4WD (Manual 5-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1992 Suzuki Sidekick Hardtop 4WD gets an EPA-estimated 22/24 MPG (city/highway) and 23 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,650/year fuel cost and 386.391 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.6 L 4-cyl.
The 1992 Suzuki Sidekick Hardtop 4WD with the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 22 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway, for a combined 23 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.6 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Special Purpose Vehicles |
| MPG — city | 22 |
| MPG — highway | 24 |
| MPG — combined | 23 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,650 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 386.391 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 23 MPG, the 1992 Suzuki Sidekick Hardtop 4WD sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about 37% better than the typical Special Purpose Vehicles of its era (17 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,650 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1992 Suzuki Sidekick Hardtop 4WD. Over five years that is roughly $13,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1992 Suzuki Sidekick Hardtop 4WD emits approximately 386.391 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.