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Summary
Suzuki's Grand Vitara bears little resemblance to the smaller, leaner Sidekick that came before it. Sophisticated for a small truck, the Grand Vitara offers cabin room for four adults in comfort, a simple four-wheel-drive system, and a snappy V6 engine unlike anything else in the class.Weekend thrill seekers who need a tall wagon to ferry kayaks to remote places will groove on the Grand Vitara. But it also serves well for those who simply want an all-purpose vehicle with a strong dose of SUV flair. Grand Vitara works best as an economy commuter for active outdoors people. Monday through Friday it can squirt between bigger SUVs with the nimble responses of a compact sedan. On the weekends, it can be stuffed with outdoor gear.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Vitara 2 Door 2WD JS ($13,499), JLS ($14,999); 4WD JX ($15,299), JLX ($16,799); Vitara 4 Door 2WD JS ($15,499), JLS ($16,299); 4WD JX ($17,099), JLX ($17,899); Grand Vitara 2WD JLS ($18,299), JLS+ ($19,499), Limited ($21,699); 4WD JLX ($19,299), JLX+ ($20,499), Limited ($22,699) |
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Engines:
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2.5-liter V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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Dual airbags, three-point front and rear outboard seat belts, two-point rear center belt standard; ABS optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Hamamatsu, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Grand Vitara JLX+ ($20,499) |
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Standard Equipment:
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Anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, alloy wheels, power mirrors, power steering, intermittent wipers, anti-lock brakes, power window and door locks, AM/FM cassette with four speakers, cruise control, tinted glass |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Destination Charge:
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450 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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20949 |
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Layout:
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four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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155 @ 4000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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160 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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19/21 |
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Wheelbase:
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97.6 |
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Length/width/height:
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164.6/70.1/68.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.1/59.1 |
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Turning circle:
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34.0 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.9/50.7/41.4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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39.6/46.8/35.9 |
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Cargo volume:
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44.6 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1500 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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solid axle |
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Ground clearance:
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8.0 |
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Curb weight:
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3197 |
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Tires:
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P235/60R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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17.4 |
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