Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997
Reliability and very low maintenance.
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This generation of Suzuki Grand Vitara has been produced from January, 1997 to December, 2005. We can provide information about 12 modifications of this generation. 1997 Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with four wheel drive (4x4).
This Suzuki is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.6 to 2.5 litres and power of from 107 to 158 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement 2.0 litres and power of from 87 to 109 horsepower.
The car is available with both automatic (6 versions), as well as manual (6 versions) gearbox.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 8.9 to 11 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 6.6 to 8.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 petrol engine version is , consuming 8.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 diesel - Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 TDi II for 100 kilometers consumes 6.6 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Suzuki Grand Vitara real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 15 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +12% for petrol engines and +17% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Suzuki Grand Vitara modification.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 230 to 268 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 190 to 215 grams per kilometer. From Suzuki Grand Vitara with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 which produces an average of 230 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Suzuki Grand Vitara diesels least CO2 distributes Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 TDi II - 190 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 10.9 seconds has Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 version, conversely the tardiest one is Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 TD reaching this speed only in 19.8 seconds. The maximum top speed is 175 km/h for the 2.5 petrol 6-cylinder 158 hp version (Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5) and the 2.5 petrol 6-cylinder 144 hp version (Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6).
Lenght of Suzuki Grand Vitara is 419 cm, it is medium size car. Suzuki Grand Vitara gross weight is from 1800 to 1950 kg (depending on modification), which is about 30 percent lighter than the average for this age and class. Suzuki Grand Vitara trunk space is 258 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1080 litres.
This Suzuki is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 2100 €. According to user reviews, average Suzuki Grand Vitara repair costs are 160 € per year. Users calculated Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2300 € cost per year and 0.26 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 52%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 27% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Suzuki Grand Vitara for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Suzuki Grand Vitara prices and costs.
In user reviews Suzuki Grand Vitara received average grade 8.5 (from 10) - better than average rate for same years cars (7.7). All authors of reviews would recommend Suzuki Grand Vitara to the friend.
Suzuki Grand Vitara modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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 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.
Suzuki Grand Vitara prices
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 - 2005 crossover price in Latvia is from 700 € to 4300 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Suzuki Grand Vitara price is below average - Suzuki Grand Vitara is approximately for 28 percents cheaper then average crossovers of this age (compare crossovers 1997 - 2005 prices). Despite of relatively low price Suzuki Grand Vitara quality is above average (see below), so this Suzuki can be a good buy.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 price | 2900 € | 3500 € | 4300 € | |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2004 price | 1300 € | 2200 € | 2800 € | |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2003 price | 1500 € | 2300 € | 3000 € | |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2002 price | 1400 € | 1800 € | 2500 € | |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 2000 price | 1000 € | 1900 € | 2500 € | |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1999 price | 900 € | 1800 € | 2700 € | |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1998 price | 700 € | 1300 € | 2200 € |
Suzuki Grand Vitara total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Suzuki Grand Vitara? Users calculated Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2300 € cost per year and 0.26 € cost per one kilometer.
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Suzuki Grand Vitara reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Suzuki Grand Vitara reliability is good. In the roadworthiness tests in 2010 defects were detected in an average of 10.6 percent of Suzuki Grand Vitara of this generation (on average 9 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 16.2%.
Suzuki Grand Vitara 1997 features (options)
Percentage of Suzuki Grand Vitara with corresponding feature (option)
61% Roof bars (railings)
56% Metallic paint
55% Adjustable steering wheel
53% Heated seats
35% Climate control
24%
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