Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6 has been produced from May, 1998 to July, 2005. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 144 horsepower on 6200 rpm and torque 208 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard.
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This Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.3 litres.

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6 fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Suzuki real everyday fuel consumption is 12.6 litres per 100 km, which is 15% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Suzuki Grand Vitara fuel consumption.

Suzuki Grand Vitara safety

During safety testing Suzuki Grand Vitara has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Suzuki Grand Vitara is evaluated with three stars.

With the same engine there is also Suzuki Grand Vitara version with manual gearbox (Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 2.5 V6 MT 4x4) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 10.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 11.4 litres per 100 km.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6 technical data

Model: Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1998. May ... 2005. July 
Engine: 2493 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 268 g/km
Power: 144 HP ON 6200 RPM Torque: 208 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 170 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.0 (combined) 14.8 (urban) 8.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 12.6 l/100km (18.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres (17.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.20m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.74m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters
Trunk capacity: 258 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1080 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1850 kg

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6 engine H25A

Engine displacement 2493 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 150,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 2.5 V6 oil type 5W-30, 5W-40
Oil capacity 6.3 litres (6.7 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 144 - 158 HP ON 6200 RPM
Torque 208 - 213 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1996
Duration of production 9 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards.

All Suzuki Grand Vitara crossover [1997 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 1.6 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 107 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 2.0 4x4 Mai 1998 — Dec 2005

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 128 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 2.0 4x4 Mai 1998 — Jul 2005 2.0 Petrol 128 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 2.0 TD 4x4 Sep 1998 — Jan 2001 2.0 Diesel 87 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 2.0 TD 4x4 Sep 1998 — Jan 2001 2.0 Diesel 87 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2001 2.0 TDi II 4x4 Jan 2001 — Feb 2003

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 109 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2003 2.0 TDi 16V 4x4 Jan 2003 — Dec 2005 2.0 Diesel 109 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2001 2.0 TDi II 4x4 Jan 2001 — Jan 2002 2.0 Diesel 109 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 2.5 V6 4x4 Mai 1998 — Jul 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds

2.5 Petrol 144 HP 10.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 2.5 V6 4x4 Mai 1998 — Jul 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds

2.5 Petrol 144 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2000 2.5 4x4 Jan 2000 — Jan 2005

Most powerfull petrol version (158 HP)

2.5 Petrol 158 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2002 2.5 4x4 Jan 2002 — Dec 2005

Most powerfull petrol version (158 HP)

2.5 Petrol 158 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 reviews
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