Suzuki SX4 – Wardlaw's Opinion:
Fans of Bob Barker's show will love the Suzuki SX4 because the price is definitely right. Our $15,000 test car possessed more refinement and equipment than one can rightfully expect for such a paltry sum and people who battle inclement weather on a consistent basis will appreciate the AWD system – a rarity in this class. The only things missing were cruise control and a seat height adjuster, and the only flaws were minor build quality issues and a tight rear seat. Acceleration, handling, ride quality, materials, utility, and design are competitive with the current small-car darlings from Honda, Nissan, and Toyota.

Photos courtesy of Ron Perry