1998 Suzuki Sidekick Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick (20–22 MPG combined) across 12 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD, Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 1.6 L; 4-cyl, 1.8 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 20–22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,050–$3,350
- Configurations
- 12
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 1.6 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19–21 | 23–24 | 21–22 | $3,050–$3,200 | — |
| 4-cyl 1.8 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19–20 | 22–23 | 20–21 | $3,200–$3,350 | — |
| 4-cyl 1.6 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19–21 | 23–24 | 21–22 | $3,050–$3,200 | — |
| 4-cyl 1.8 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19–20 | 22–23 | 20–21 | $3,200–$3,350 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidekick 2Door 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick 2Door 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sidekick 2Door RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick 2Door RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sidekick 4Door 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick 4Door 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sidekick 4Door RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick 4Door RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sidekick Sport 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sidekick Sport 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Sport RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sidekick Sport RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick?
According to EPA data, the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick is rated at 20–22 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick have?
The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick use?
It uses Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,050 to $3,350.