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2006 Suzuki Verona Luxury

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2006 Verona Luxury.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2006 Suzuki Verona Luxury is a passenger car driven by a four‑speed automatic transmission and returns an EPA‑estimated 17 city, 25 highway, and 20 combined mpg. Owner feedback totals eight complaints, with the power train emerging as the leading issue, and the model was subject to two recalls. This modest complaint count and limited recall activity suggest the 2006 model year sits on the more reliable end of the Verona’s history, though the power‑train focus warrants attention for prospective buyers.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque81 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy17/25/20 mpgEPA · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length187.8 in
Overall width71.7 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3380 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 25 / 20 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume101 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 81 ft-lbs. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.2
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Power Steering FluidATF

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts81 ft-lbs

Ignition

Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque18.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.61 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity8.90 oz

Service checks

Pressure Test16 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief16 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature189 °F

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket19 ft-lbs / 23 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle70 ft-lbs / 33 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.031; Rear: 0.080 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.120
Rotor Runout Limit0.0001 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.95 in / 0.472 in
Rotor Finish0.87 μin / 0.394 μin

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
115 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
218 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
370 degrees.70 degrees
470 degrees.70 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 22,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 15,000 miBody Fasteners (torque) · Body Lock Cylinders (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 22,500 miPCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plugs (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Evaporative Canister (inspect) · Fuel Filter (replace)
Every 60,000 miFuel Evaporative Canister Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2006 Suzuki Verona Luxury dominate in one area — the power train, 3 of 8 reports (38%), well ahead of the next concern. That matters, because the power train are also the target of recall 05V-507 on this vehicle — so the single most useful check before buying or servicing one is confirming it was actually performed. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the power train pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
8
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
8
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 8 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Power Train3
Power Train,Electrical System,Engine1
Power Train,Electrical System1
Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control1
Steering,Service Brakes, Hydraulic,Power Train,Electrical System,Visibility,Tires1
Interior Lighting1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14V363000Exterior Lighting:HeadlightsReported 24/06/2014

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module… Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki…

05V507000Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:PumpReported 03/11/2005

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY MAY SEPARATE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP DUE TO INADEQUATE WALL THICKNESS OF THE PULLEY. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 8 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SUZ_0160082022-07-08SuspensionReminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension…
N-Q-G-0452018-11-20SuspensionThis Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki…
TS-04-030492009-09-01Power TrainSUZUKI: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS LOOSE IN THE SHIFT GATE AND/OR IGNITION KEY…
TS03012382008-01-01Power TrainAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. *NJ
TS03012382008-01-01Power TrainAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. MY 2004-2006 VERONA…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2006 Verona Luxury have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Verona Luxury get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined mpg.