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Basic Specs
| Base Price | $19,499 |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3468 |
| City (MPG) | 19 |
| Hwy (MPG) | 26 |
| Horsepower | 166@6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 162@4000 |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 |
| Length (in.) | 177.2 |
| Width (in.) | 71.3 |
| Height (in.) | 66.3 |
The Suzuki Grand Vitara is a compact SUV that features a willing engine, available four-wheel drive with low range, attractive styling, good space and a price that won't break the bank.
The Grand Vitara is powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 166 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque, which should be adequate to meet the demands of city driving and mild off-roading.
Fuel economy ratings range from 19 city, 26 highway with the rear-wheel drive model and the manual transmission, to 19 city, 25 highway with the RWD and automatic, to 19 city and only 23 highway with the automatic and four-wheel drive.
The latest generation of Suzuki interiors are more competitive than past efforts. The Grand Vitara's cabin features a clean design, good ergonomics and better quality materials.
The Grand Vitara's trim levels have received an overhaul as well, now with a base model, Premium and Limited trim levels.
The base model comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission. A five-speed automatic is optional but is standard on the Premium and Limited trims.
Sure-footed four-wheel drive can be added to any trim for a reasonable $1,450, otherwise the Grand Vitara is rear-wheel drive. Unlike much of the competition, the four-wheel-drive system has a low range, extremely useful for tricky off-road situations.
A vast array of features is standard on all Grand Vitaras including anti-lock disc brakes with Electronic Brake-force distribution, Electronic Stability Program with traction control, front and side airbags, side-curtain airbags, digital automatic climate control, steering wheel-integrated controls, cruise control and power amenities (windows, door locks and mirrors).
Opting for the Premium model adds more to the list including Suzuki's SmartPass keyless entry and start system, a welcome seven-speaker stereo with in-dash six-disc changer and subwoofer, plus alloy wheels.
The top-of-line Limited model includes everything from the Premium and adds even more with a HomeLink wireless control system, leather-trimmed seats (heated up front) and steering wheel, plus wood-grain accents.
Opting for the Limited will command a premium as high as $5,650 to switch from the base 2WD to the Limited 4WD, or just a $4,000 premium if you stick with 2WD.
Key competitors
Suzuki's Grand Vitara competes in a crowded and booming segment, up against the likes of the top-selling Ford Escape, as well as the Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Terrain, and the Toyota RAV4.
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- General
- Body Style: SUV
- Size: Compact
- Market Segment: Standard
- Weight: 3468 lbs
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- Exterior
- Length: 177.2 in.
- Width: 71.3 in.
- Height: 66.3 in.
- Wheelbase: 103.9 in.
- Ground Clearance: 7.4 in.
- Front Track: 60.6 in.
- Rear Track: 61.4 in.
- Weight Distribution: TBD
- Drag Coefficient: TBD
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- Interior - General
- Seats: 5
- Passenger Volume: 111.1 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume: 28.4 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 70.8 cu. ft.
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- Interior - Front Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 41.3 in.
- Head Room: 40.0 in.
- Shoulder Room: 56.4 in.
- Hip Room: 55.5 in.
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- Interior - Second Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 37.2 in.
- Head Room: 38.2 in.
- Shoulder Room: 54.9 in.
- Hip Room: 44.0 in.
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- Propulsion
- Fuel Type: Gas
- Engine Type: 2.4L I4
- Power: 166 hp @ 6000 rpm
- Torque: 162 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
- Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
- Highway Fuel Economy: 26 mpg
- City Fuel Economy: 19 mpg
- Forced Induction: None
- Direct Injection: No
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- Chassis
- Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
- Front Suspension: Strut-Type
- Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
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- Wheels
- Front: 16" Steel
- Front Tires: P225/70R16
- Rear: 16" Steel
- Rear Tires: P225/70R16
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- Trailer Weight: TBD
- Payload: TBD
- Tongue Weight: TBD
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