Suzuki unveiled its new top-of-the line Kizashi midsized sedan, in Los Angeles today. The Kizashi will use a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine with variable valve timing, as well as balance-shafts for smoothness. It will be mated to a choice of a paddle-shifted CVT or a six-speed manual transmission. An electronically actuated all-wheel-drive system will be optional.

In size, the Kizashi is 183 inches long, with a 107-inch wheelbase, and 72 inches wide. That makes it about the size of the Hyundai Sonata.

Safety features will include standard electronic stability control and side-curtain air bags, along with optional rear side air bags. Suzuki claims the Kisashi meets all upcoming crash safety standards for 2014, including a side-into-pole crash test and a 50 mph rear offset test.

Uplevel trim lines will include a sunroof, heated leather seats, and a 10-speaker, 425-watt Rockford Fosgate stereo, and dual-zone climate control. Keyless entry and starting will be standard.

The company did not release pricing. When it goes on sale, we’ll put it to the test against other midsized sedans in its price range.

—Eric Evarts