2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Overview

Introduction

The Suzuki Grand Vitara is a grownup, five-seat, V6-powered SUV with enough sophistication that it's just as much at home on the highway as it is way off the highway.

Technically, the Grand Vitara comes in just one trim level, but several variants are available, featuring two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, automatic or manual transmissions, cloth or leather, and other features. All are well equipped. The 2.7-liter V6 engine comes standard on all models. Also standard: automatic climate control with a micron air-filtration system, cruise control, digital clock with outside temperature and fuel consumption indicators, power door locks with a remote key, power mirrors and power windows. Safety features that come standard on all models include an Electronic Stability Program with traction control, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution. Passive safety features include six airbags: advanced dual-stage front airbags, seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and front and rear side-curtain airbags.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara is all new for 2006.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara is a solid choice among compact SUVs. It's particularly suitable for someone who wants some off-road capability or needs a vehicle to hook up behind a 36-foot motor home.

The Grand Vitara comes in just one trim level, but several variants are available, featuring two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, five-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmissions, cloth or leather, and other features. All are well equipped. The 2.7-liter V6 engine comes standard on all models. Safety features include an Electronic Stability Program with traction control, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution. Passive safety features include six airbags: advanced dual-stage front airbags, seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and front and rear side-curtain airbags.

For 2007, the Suzuki Grand Vitara receives a tire pressure monitor and a hard-shell spare tire.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara is a solid choice among compact SUVs. It's suitable for anyone who wants off-road capability or needs to manage the daily drive in a comfortable, competent manner.

The Grand Vitara is offered in three trims: Base, XSport and Luxury. The standard 185 hp 2.7-liter V6 engine is available with either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive is standard. Suzuki's 4-Mode, full-time 4WD system with transfer case lock and low-range is optional. Safety features include side-impact and side-curtain airbags, antilock brakes, and an electronic stability system with traction control.

The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is a carryover from 2007 with nominal changes.

For 2009 the Grand Vitara is offered in four trims: Base, Premium, XSport and Luxury. New for 2009 the standard engine is a 166-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder available with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. Also new for 2009 is an upgraded 230-hp 3.2-liter V6 matched with either a five-speed manual or automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard and Suzuki's 4-Mode, full-time 4WD system with transfer case lock and low-range is optional. Safety features include side-impact and side-curtain airbags, 4-wheel ventilated disc anti-lock brakes, and an electronic stability system with traction control.

The 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara carries over from 2008 with new engines, an updated front grille and bumper, and interior improvements.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara is a solid choice among compact SUVs. It's suitable for anyone who wants off-road capability or needs to manage the daily drive in a comfortable, competent manner. New for 2010 is a standard navigation system.

The 2010 Grand Vitara is offered in five trims: Base, Premium, Special Edition, XSport and Luxury. The standard engine is a 166-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder available with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. An optional 230-hp 3.2-liter V6 is matched with a five-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard and Suzuki's 4-Mode, full-time 4WD system with transfer case lock and low-range is optional. Safety features include side-impact and side-curtain airbags, 4-wheel ventilated disc anti-lock brakes, and an electronic stability system with traction control.

The 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara carries over from 2009.