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Suzuki Grand Vitara 4x4 1.9 DDiS SZ-T 5dr Review

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What Car? says

2 out of 5 stars

What Car? readers say

3.6

Key facts

0–60mph: 13.2 secs
Top speed: 106 mph
Average mpg: 41.5
Tank range: 502 miles

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The full Suzuki Grand Vitara review

Performance
2 out of 5 stars
Petrols are weak; the diesel is adequate
Ride & Handling
2 out of 5 stars
Sharp handling, but a harsh ride
Refinement
2 out of 5 stars
Engine and wind noise are issues
Buying & Owning
2 out of 5 stars
Keen prices, but high running costs
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Feels well built; solid cabin
Safety & Security
3 out of 5 stars
Stability control comes as standard
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Straightforward dash, good seats
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Roomy, but not as versatile as some
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
Decent kit for the money

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Grand Vitara’s biggest advantage over rivals in the competitive compact 4x4 segment is that it can actually go off-road.

It certainly looks the part, too, with edgy styling and high ground clearance.

Three powertrains are available and include one diesel and a 2.4-litre petrol. None of them can claim dashing performance, but the 2.4 is gutsy and the 1.9-litre diesel offers plenty of pulling power.

The suspension is firmly sprung, which prevents body roll in bends. Unfortunately this also makes for an uncomfortably hard ride which only gets worse in the three-door.

The interior is functional rather than plush, but it is spacious and stylish and the materials have a hard-wearing feel about them.

Keep an eye out for 0% finance offers that Suzuki have on the Grand Vitara from time to time.

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