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The Suzuki Grand Vitara - Urban warrior. Party animal. Viewing platform in the Peaks. Beach bum. Fearless explorer. Globetrotter. The new Grand Vitara is whatever you want it to be. Throw life at it.
Suzuki Grand Vitara consumer reviews by year of make: 1995 2002 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2011
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Suzuki Grand Vitara
SZ5 - The name Vitara has been a key component of the Suzuki car offering since the first three door 4x4 Suzuki Vitara’s first appeared on the roads back in 1988 – compact, well built, value for money, fun-to-drive, the car quickly garnered a cult following. A Grand Vitara was first introduced back in 199 [...]
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Simon Jackson, Yorkshire
Suzuki Grand Vitara Sz5 2.4petrol 2011
A fantastic car with loads of features for our needs. Wanted a 4x4 for our small family and size and comfort are superb. We bought the pearl white auto and I’ve put on the full chrome pack and chrome side steps, it’s a real head turner. The only downside is it’s a bit thirsty but not bothered as we don’t do loads miles. I would tell people to buy one but if they do loads of miles go for the diesel.
Submitted: 13/01/2012 08:49:39 | ID: 8838
Simon Jackson, Yorkshire
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2011
Brilliant in looks and style. Had my new Vitara now for nearly a year and had no trouble at all. Fantastic vehicle and I put the full chrome extras on with side bars and what a head turner. The only downside is it’s a bit thirsty around town but when it’s got a 2.4 petrol engine, you can’t expect much. Motorway mileage is good with great power and comfort.
Submitted: 01/12/2011 10:43:36 | ID: 8662
Howard Wainwright, Ross and Cromarty Shires
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005
An excellent motor, ideal for winter up here in northern Scotland. The low ratio box is superb for snow use on our 1 in 5 twisting driveway. Comfortable, quiet and a good long distance vehicle.
Submitted: 14/11/2011 18:56:27 | ID: 8566
Longino Maserek, Uganda
Suzuki Grand Vitara V6 1995
Suzuki V.6 has engine challenges, not easily repairable, spares can’t easily be got, suspect it could have been made with a factory error. The body is good, it has a good shape, there is a need you make it bigger with more comfortable seats and space inside with good leg space/resting. Make steering easy to turn as the current ones make one tired and it is not easy to negotiate corners at relatively high speed.
Submitted: 13/09/2010 21:10:03 | ID: 6120
Gill Walker, Lincolnshire
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Auto 5 dr 2007
Absolutely the best car I’ve ever owned in 30 years. Fun to drive, infact one of the easiest cars for parking and turning, totally reliable,s eats are very comfortable with loads of knee space and sound as a bell mechanically. It’s a dream car - yes a little bit thirsty on short runs but on a long run its fine. Holds road extremely well what ever the weather and very quiet - no wind noise or rattles of any description. My second Suzuki and very impressed with their standard and finish and I have no problem in recommending either the Grand Vitara or an automatic.
Submitted: 01/08/2010 21:51:56 | ID: 5811
May Brockie, Inverness-shire
Suzuki Grand Vitara x ec automatic limited edition 2007
Loved x ec but now ready for a change as 30 months old (I always change at this age regardless of vehicle) however, suzuki has not made a replacement for this model. After owning 3 Grand Vitaras in a row I am now being forced to change, most likely to a Ford Kuga diesel automatic; Feed back appreciated, this is a big decision.
Submitted: 31/07/2010 16:04:06 | ID: 5806
Christine Kay, Lancashire
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9 cdti sri 2007
Woman driver, young family and crappy vehicle. Fobbed off with all usual nonsense, finally got DPF story. Not designed to do town routes only motorway....funny the car plays up as soon as I’m on one! Bought car with seven thousand miles on clock with three years warranty, not bad cause had it in garage four times with same prob. Anyone considering buying one think twice about spending fourteen grand and then being constantly in the garage. Trading this in for a petrol.
Submitted: 18/07/2010 20:56:52 | ID: 5704
Iestyn, Cornwall
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005
Does exactly what it says on the tin! Not the highest spec off-roader around but certainly one of the most useful. These things have genuine off-road ability and motorway work isn’t too loathsome either. I have the 2.0L TD which has been absolutely flawless. I did test drive the 1.6L petrol but found it massively underpowered. The only little niggle I have is with the design of the dashboard, for gods sake why did Suzuki fit one of those integrated stereo units? There awful to look at and with CDs practically obsolete my guess is they will prove impossible to fix if the player throws a hissy fit.
Submitted: 18/07/2010 20:54:12 | ID: 5703
Sally Miller, Sussex
Suzuki Grand Vitara 3dr SZ4 2009
Purchased 4 weeks ago from new and I am very pleased with it so far. My first 4x4 and I’m loving it!
Submitted: 10/04/2010 21:54:23 | ID: 4957
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James Croad, Yorkshire
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2008
I had a Ssangyong Kyron, whilst this is smaller, the Suzuki is far superior drive and far better handling, its responses are sharp and not laboured like the Kyron. We also have a Mitsubishi l200, now we fight for who gets the Suzuki!!
Submitted: 21/02/2010 21:51:44 | ID: 4672
Christine Stubbins, England
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005
The best small SUV on the road by far, it does exactly what it says it does. It carries 4 people very easily and it goes off road or through deep snow without any trouble at all. I love mine and would not swap it for anything else. Easy to drive and park anywhere.
Submitted: 31/01/2010 21:00:52 | ID: 4502
Colin Haley, Derbyshire
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 SZ5 Auto 2009
My son bought a new Vitara in October 09 and is very pleased with the change from his Astra 1.8 SRI. The SZ5 performed really well in all the snow. The only problem has been an intermittant fault with the radio that could be associated with the fitting of a Parrot for his mobile telephone. We own a 4 year old Ignis 1.6 Auto and my wife is thrilled with it. I always borrow it for shopping as it parks anywhere. In July our VW Touareg goes back and we are seriously thinking of a Grand Vitara SZ5 Auto to replace it. I have a friend who has owned Suzuki cars for 20 years and he drives a Grand Vitara and has been very pleased with it. If Suzuki keep the zero percent finance going until July the next one will be a Vitara.
Submitted: 26/01/2010 19:53:36 | ID: 4445
Jon, London
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2009
Excellent handling on the road regardless of weather. Good fuel efficiency on motorways. Space-wise much bigger than other maker’s model.
Submitted: 05/12/2009 23:05:21 | ID: 4022
Paul Sullivan, Staffordshire
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 auto 5 door 2006
This is my 3rd Grand Vitara. Out of the last 2 models this new shape has gone very up market in style and quality. They are super reliable and good in the snow.
Submitted: 08/05/2009 15:03:13 | ID: 2917
Trevor Brett, Northumberland
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6 Automatic 2004
Great all rounder 4x4, no problems at all smooth quiet, 35mpg good looks and easy to handle very fast for a 1.6 engine.
Submitted: 27/03/2008 08:27:55 | ID: 1209
Gavin Blakemore, Hampshire
Suzuki Grand Vitara 5door E-EC auto 2008
Great looks, Handles well, very spacious and as economical as an average 5 door estate car. I had loads of extras fitted , all great. Cheap to insure and road tax is good.
Submitted: 07/03/2008 12:00:47 | ID: 1108
Sue Bell, Kent
Suzuki Grand Vitara ? 2002
Excellent car.
Submitted: 28/01/2008 12:07:38 | ID: 971
Terry Wenham, Surrey
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6 VVT 3dr 2007
Clunky, clumsy, noisey, terrible gears, expensive to run and you’ll take a hit in your wallet if you decide to sell. I’ve given it two stars for space, sharp steering and nice looks.
Submitted: 21/11/2007 08:53:01 | ID: 687
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