1998-2006 Grand Vitara OverviewSuzuki Grand Vitara Overview (1998 - 2006)
1998 - 2006
Tech Specs Summary
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- 88 - 114 mph
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- 10.9 - 19.8 seconds
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- 86 - 181 hp
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- 20.5 - 35.6 mpg
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- 2,910 - 4,034 lbs
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- 4 - 59.6 ft3
This generation of the Suzuki Grand Vitara was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki between 1998 - 2006. It's a front engined four-wheel drive SUV and came in 2 body styles, for example the Grand Vitara 2.0 TD and Grand Vitara V6 XL-7. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 86 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 181 hp 2.5 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 Grand Vitara is the Suzuki Grand Vitara V6 which scores 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 142 hp and a power/weight ratio of 22.97 lb/hp it has a top speed of 103 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 TD XL-7 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 512 miles and can store 31.8-59.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 4,079 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
