1988-1998 Vitara OverviewSuzuki Vitara Overview (1988 - 1998)
1988 - 1998
Tech Specs Summary
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- 81 - 99 mph
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- 12.5 - 13.3 seconds
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- 70 - 134 hp
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- 22.1 - 30.1 mpg
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- 2,249 - 3,097 lbs
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- 7.1 - 45.9 ft3 (SUV)
This generation of the Suzuki Vitara was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki between 1988 - 1998. It's a front engined car with either four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and came as either a suv or convertible. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 70 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine to a 134 hp 2 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Vitara is the Suzuki Vitara X-90 which scores 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 94 hp and a power/weight ratio of 24.63 lb/hp it has a top speed of 93 mph and gets to 62 mph in 13.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Suzuki Vitara 2.0 Diesel is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 468 miles and can store 20.5-45.9 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 4,288 lbs.