suzuki hustler review

The Suzuki Hustler is a cheerful little kei car that treats tight city streets like a theme park and open highways like a distant rumour. Under the bonnet sits a tiny 660cc engine (often with a turbo option) tied to a CVT, with some versions offering all-wheel drive for rainy school runs or gravel detours. Inside, it’s cleverly packaged: upright seating, big windows, and cubby holes everywhere, like someone IKEA-fied a hatchback. Around town it’s zippy and frugal, but at 100 km/h it can feel buzzy and a bit skittish in crosswinds—physics does tend to notice small boxes. Safety and tech are decent for its class, but by Aussie standards it’s basic, and as a grey import you’ll want to check compliance and parts support. If you want maximum charm per litre and don’t mind modest muscle, the Hustler is a hoot in the burbs and a trier on the highway.