SUV " Grand Vitara"- one of the most famous models in Russia and the world Japanese company Suzuki. The first "Grand Vitara" was released back in 1997 and was built on the basis of the second generation Suzuki Escudo (in fact, becoming its export version - focused on Europe). The car was originally presented in two body versions: three-door and five-door (while the “five-door” was previously produced not only in the “standard” (five-seat) version, but also in the “extended” (seven-seat) version (known as the “XL-7” ).

Second incarnation Suzuki Grand Vitara was released in 2005 and since then has been repeatedly updated, which, however, did not bring the design of this car closer to “modern standards”. This can only be explained by the fact that the designers of Suzuki Motor Corporation are extremely "conservative" - ​​i.e. prefer a strict classic style (which also allows you to save on production). As a result, we can say that the “Suzuki Grand Vitara for Japan” is like the “UAZ Patriot for Russia”: a little “square”, seemingly rustic and not flashy, but practical and versatile.

As mentioned above, Suzuki Grand Vitara is available in two versions, which outwardly differ not only in the number of doors, but also in dimensions (“three-door”, by the way, we have a separate detailed review).

The length of the "three-door" is 4,060 mm, and the "five-door" - 4,500 mm. The wheelbase is 2,440 and 2,640 mm respectively. The width of both versions is the same - 1,810 mm, the height is also the same - 1,695 mm. We especially note the height of the ground clearance (clearance): 195 mm under the front axle and 215 mm under the rear axle.

The interior of the Suzuki Grand Vitara is just as “boring and dull” as the exterior: the front panel is made of plastic, the seats are covered with fabric, and the center console in the basic trim levels looks more like an “old control panel” than an interior item of a car, fortunately in top-end versions she's being diluted touch screen(however, that one is also executed in a certain “retro-style”). Of the pluses, we note: excellent assembly and high quality fitting of parts.

The interior of the three-door Suzuki Grand Vitara is designed for four passengers, but the five-door version has the standard five seats. At the same time, we note that there is no abundance of free space (with the exception of headroom) in the cabin even at the back and tall passengers will be cramped, especially in the knees.

The trunk also does not indulge in space - 184 liters in the "three-door" and 398 liters in the "five-door".

Specifications. Motors for the "second" Suzuki Grand Vitara on Russian market three are provided. All of them are gasoline, have four cylinders, a 16-valve timing mechanism, a multi-point fuel injection system and fully comply with the requirements of the Euro-4 standard. At the same time, we note that in the EU market these same motors are more environmentally friendly and fit into the Euro-5 requirements.

• The younger 1.6-liter engine "M16A" is available only in the basic configuration of the three-door version and is capable of squeezing out no more than 106 hp. maximum power. The torque of this motor at its peak rests at 145 Nm, which allows, paired with the only available 5-speed manual transmission, to provide the “three-door” with sufficient acceleration dynamics for this class - from 0 to 100 km / h in 14.4 seconds. The maximum speed in this case will be no more than 160 km / h.
• The next engine - "J20A" with a volume of 2.0 liters is the base for the five-door modification of the Suzuki Grand Vitara. Its peak power is 140 hp and the upper torque limit is 183 Nm. For this engine, in addition to the already voiced "mechanics", a 4-band "automatic" is also available. True, we note that it is already so outdated that for at least ten years it “begs to be scrapped”. The acceleration dynamics of the “five-door” with a 2.0-liter engine and automatic transmission is only slightly better than that of the basic “three-door” on the “mechanics” - 13.6 seconds.
• And, finally, the flagship engine "J24B", available on the "three-door" only in tandem with the "automatic", and on the "five-door" with both "mechanics" and "automatic". Its working volume is 2.4 liters, and the maximum power does not exceed 168 hp. As for the torque, this motor is capable of producing 225 Nm. On the “three-door”, due to the lower curb weight (1,461 kg versus 1,584 kg), this is enough for a quiet acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 11.5 seconds. "Pyatidverka" with automatic transmission will raise the arrow to hundreds in 12.0 seconds, but the version with "mechanics" will fit in 11.7 seconds.

The main "trump card" of the Suzuki Grand Vitara is an all-wheel drive system that allows you to feel confident on the roads. Of course, the Grand Vitara is not a full-fledged SUV, but “in the mud” it will leave most of the crossovers behind itself “not particularly straining”. Note that the three-door version is equipped as standard with a simple Full Time 4 × 4 permanent all-wheel drive system, and only all other modifications receive a modern multi-mode transmission with the ability to engage a downshift and lock the center differential.

The suspension of the crossover is completely independent, based on MacPherson struts at the front, and at the rear on a multi-link design. The front wheels use ventilated disc brakes, rear wheels ah basic "three-door" drum mechanisms are installed, and on all other versions - ventilated brake discs.

Options and prices. For Russia, the Suzuki Grand Vitara in 2015 is offered in five equipment options at a price of 1,139,000 rubles for the basic version in a three-door body and from 1,349,000 rubles for the starting equipment of the five-door, while for the metallic color you will have to pay another 16 900 rubles. The price of the Suzuki Grand Vitara, frankly, is far from low, given the "age of the model" and what competitors can offer.

The very name Vitara appeared in 1988. First Suzuki Grand Vitara appeared in 1997, a major update Generations of Suzuki Grand Vitara happened in 2005. It is the cars of the second generation, after the last restyling in 2014, that today you can buy in Russia. However, the production of these machines is being discontinued; in 2015, a completely new crossover Suzuki Vitara.

The current generation of the Suzuki Grand Vitara has a 5 and 3-door version of the body. There is also an extended version. XL-7. Today, only 3-door and 5-door regular-sized crossovers are on sale in our country. As power units The manufacturer currently offers gasoline engines volume of 2.0 and 2.4 liters. But only a 1.6-liter engine is combined with a 3-door body, plus a top-end 2.4 version with automatic transmission. There are no diesel engines in Russia, although a 1.9-liter diesel engine is offered in Europe. For the American market, they offer a 3.5-liter gasoline V6.

The main advantage of the Suzuki Grand Vitara is an all-wheel drive transmission. Constant four-wheel drive has a locking center differential and a reduction gear in the transfer case. Drive Grand Vitara 4x4 is a full-fledged off-road option with the ability to choose from several operating modes.

The transmission mode switch is located on the center console. There are 4 modes in total. This is a permanent four-wheel drive on all wheels 4H, next mode 4H Lock includes interaxle differential lock. To connect low gear in severe off-road conditions 4L Lock. There is a towing mode that disconnects the transmission from the power unit - N.

As for the choice of gearbox, only a 5-speed manual is provided for the 3-door Grand Vitara (automatic only with a 2.4 engine). For other modifications, the same manual, plus a 4-band automatic. To everything outside the road arsenal is added 20 centimeter ground clearance , although visually it seems that the clearance is much less. But we will believe in the honesty of the manufacturer.

The exterior of the current generation car has an angular design that is clearly dated. In any case, the taste and color … someone may like these body shapes. Further pictures of Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Photo Suzuki Grand Vitara

Salon Suzuki Grand Vitara pretty basic, no frills. Small three-spoke steering wheel. You will not find any multimedia system with a touch screen that is now fashionable. For that, we can note quite comfortable ergonomic seats, the front ones, by the way, are heated, already in the basic configuration. Considering that for the Russian market Suzuki Grand Vitara is assembled in Japan, then the quality of fitting the interior elements is very high.

Photo salon Suzuki Grand Vitara

Grand Vitara has a fairly practical trunk, which quickly and conveniently unfolds to provide the most convenient loading. Photo luggage compartment Further. The maximum loading volume in a five-door body is 1378 liters.

Photo of the trunk of the Suzuki Grand Vitara

Specifications Suzuki Grand Vitara

Overview of the technical characteristics of the Grand Vitara Let's start with crossover engines. The smallest gasoline engine with a working volume of 1.6 liters (available only for a 3-door body) has a power of 106 hp. (78 kW) with a maximum torque of 144 Nm. Acceleration of a car with such a power unit is carried out in 14.4 seconds. Fuel consumption in urban mode is 10.2 liters, on the highway 7.1 liters.

More powerful 2 liter Grand Vitara engine already produces 140 hp. at 183 Nm of torque. Acceleration to 100 km / h is already 12.5 seconds. Fuel consumption in the city is 10.6 liters, on the highway 7.1 liters. FROM automatic transmission the consumption rate is more than about a liter.

The most powerful Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 engine liter has a power of 169 hp. at 227 Nm of torque. Acceleration is even faster and is already 11.7 seconds, but more fuel consumption. In urban conditions, 11.4 liters, on the highway 7.6 liters. All three Grand Vitara engines are in-line 4-cylinder 16-valve engines that meet EURO 4 standards.

Dimensions, weight, volumes, ground clearance Suzuki Grand Vitara

• Length - 4500 (4060) mm
• Width - 1810 mm
• Height - 1695 mm
• Curb weight - from 1533 (1407) kg
• Gross weight - from 2070 (1830) kg
• Base, distance between front and rear axle– 2640 (2440) mm
• Track front and rear wheels - 1540/1570 mm, respectively
• Trunk volume Suzuki Grand Vitara - 398 (184) liters
• Trunk volume with seats folded - 1386 (964) liters
• Volume fuel tank– 66 (55) liters
• Tire size - 225/70 R16, 225/65 R17 or 225/60 R18
• Ground clearance or ground clearance Grand Vitara - 200 mm

Options and price Suzuki Grand Vitara

The price of the most affordable Grand Vitara is currently 915,000 rubles, for this money you get a 3-door car with a 1.6-liter engine and a 5-speed mechanical box gears. In the basic configuration, the crossover has fog lights, central locking, frontal airbags, an acoustic system, power windows for all doors, power steering, air conditioning, ABS anti-lock brakes, and heated front seats.

Main Suzuki Grand Vitara prices and specifications that are currently relevant. There are other, more "stuffed" configuration options, for more information, please contact the official dealers.

• 1.6L 3D 5MKPP - 915,000 rubles
• 2.0L 5D 5MKPP - 1,035,000 rubles
• 2.0L 5D 4automatic transmission - 1,095,000 rubles
• 2.4L 5D 5MKPP - 1,175,000 rubles
• 2.4L 5D 4automatic transmission - 1,225,000 rubles

It should be borne in mind that the cost of a car can change quite quickly, both downward and upward. The unstable exchange rate of the ruble and the presence / absence of the model leaving the assembly line in the warehouses of dealers can seriously change the price tag.

Video Suzuki Grand Vitara

Enough detailed test drive and video review of the crossover.

The days of popularity of the new Suzuki Grand Vitara are over. Dealers are selling off leftovers today, what market fate awaits a brand new crossover Suzuki Vitara 2015 model year unknown. The fact that the price of the car will be quite high is already clear, just look at the dynamics of the depreciation of the ruble. Let's not guess, humbly wait for the new 2015. Next year may seriously reformat the entire automotive market Russia, because producers and buyers will find themselves in a completely different reality.

Japanese automaker Suzuki first introduced its Grand Vitara SUV to the world back in 1997. For more than 15 years of history, two generations of the model have changed. In addition, the car has undergone restyling twice. Of course, the car has gained well-deserved popularity among fans of Japanese SUVs. We invite you to "get acquainted" with this car closer and consider for Suzuki Grand Vitara specifications.

From the very beginning, the car was distinguished by a high ground clearance of 200 mm, unchanged until the current release, and was offered to the buyer in two body versions: three-door and five-door. In the first case, the capacity is 4 people, in the second - 5. Let's take a closer look at each of them in the order of the issued period.

1st generation

3-door Grand Vitara

The first generation model with three doors, produced since 1998, was equipped for Russia with a 1.6 or 2.0 liter engine, designed for 92nd gasoline.

• The first engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 94 hp was capable of accelerating the car to 100 km / h in 13.2 seconds and went exclusively with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Fuel consumption in this case was 12 liters per 100 km in the city or 7 liters outside of it. The maximum speed was 150 km / h, and the curb weight was 1200 kg.
• A car with a more powerful, 2-liter engine, it became possible to take it already with automatic transmission on 4 steps. It developed a power of 128 hp, accelerated to 100 km / h in 11.4 seconds, consumed 12.5 liters in urban conditions or 8.5 liters on the highway. The curb weight of this configuration was 1260 or 1300 kg, depending on the gearbox. The maximum developed speed is 160 km / h.

The length of the "three-door" of the first generation was 3810 mm (3935 mm with a spare wheel attached to back door), width - 1700 mm, and height - 1690 mm. The wheelbase was 2200 mm, the track of the front and rear wheels had a width of 1460 mm, and the turning circle was 9 m.

Permanent drive went to rear wheels with connectivity and front wheel drive. Standard equipment included 215/65 tires on 16-inch rims.

5-door Grand Vitara

For the five-door version, gasoline engines of 1.6, 2.0 and 2.5 liters were provided. Each could be equipped with both manual and automatic transmissions.

• The car with the smallest 94 hp engine. was able to pick up the speed of 100 km / h in 13.2 seconds, developed speeds up to 150 km / h and consumed 12 liters of gasoline in the city and 7 on the highway. The mass of such a equipped car is 1310 kg.
• Machine with a medium, two-liter engine with a capacity of 128 hp. accelerated to hundreds in 11.8 seconds, had a speed limit of 160 km / h, consumed fuel in the city of 12.1 liters or 8.9 liters outside of it. Weighed modification in running order 1385 kg.
• The largest engine had a power of 144 hp, accelerated the car to 100 km / h in 10.9 seconds, while requiring 12.1 liters of fuel in the city and 7.8 liters on the highway and allowed the car to accelerate to a maximum of 165 km / h. Such a equipped car had a mass of 1405 kg.

The length of such a five-door modification was 4215 mm, width - 1780 mm, height - 1740 mm, wheelbase 2480 mm. The trunk had a volume of 258 liters with the possibility of increasing up to 1080 liters. Fuel tank capacity - 66 l. The rest of the parameters were basically like those of the "three-door" of that time.

II generation

In 2005, the developers completely updated the model, which received the classification of the 2nd generation. Let us dwell in more detail on the technical characteristics of the Suzuki Grand Vitara, currently sold in car dealerships.

3-door Grand Vitara

Now the three-door SUV has gained new parameters. The total length from the front bumper to the “reserve” at the rear is 4060 mm, the width without mirrors is 1810 mm, the height is 1695 mm. Wheelbase 2440 mm, front track width 1540 mm, rear - 1570 mm. The luggage compartment has a minimum volume of 184 liters with the backrest up rear seats; if they are folded, then the space will increase to 516 liters; the maximum volume is 964 liters. The tires used are 225/70R16 or 225/65R17.

Engines on the three-door version are installed with petrol 1.6 or 2.4 liters. The first is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, the second - with a 4-speed "automatic". The main characteristics of both modifications:

• The 1.6 petrol engine has a working volume of 1586 mm3, a maximum power of 106 hp. at 5900 rpm, torque - 145 N at 4100 rpm. Acceleration to 100 km / h takes 14.4 seconds, while the maximum speed is 160 km / h. Fuel consumption is 10.2 liters in the city, 7.1 liters on the highway or 8.2 liters in the combined cycle. The curb minimum weight of the car with this engine is 1407 kg, with all options - 1482 kg, the full weight is 1830 kg.
• The 2.4 engine has a working volume of 2393 mm3, a power of 166 hp. at 6000 rpm, torque - 225 N at 3800 rpm. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h is 11.5 seconds, maximum speed 170 km/h. Fuel consumption - 11.9 liters in the city, 8.0 liters on the highway or 9.4 liters in mixed mode. The curb minimum weight of a car with a 2.4-liter engine is 1461 kg, with all options - 1539 kg, full weight - 1890 kg.

5-door Grand Vitara

A car with a five-door body is longer - 4300 mm or 4500 mm, if you count from the front bumper to the rear "spare wheel" in the case, the wheelbase is 2640 mm. The minimum capacity of the trunk is 398 liters, with the back of the rear seats raised, folding it will increase this figure to 758 liters, while the maximum volume achieved is 1386 liters.

There are two options for equipping engines for the “five-door”: for 2.0 liters and for 2.4 liters, and each can be equipped with both manual gear shifting in 5 steps and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The parameters of these configurations are:

• Working volume 2.0 liter engine- 1995 mm3. Maximum power 140 hp at 6000 rpm, torque 183 N at 4000 rpm. The car accelerates to 100 km / h in 12.5 seconds on a manual gear shift or in 13.6 seconds on an “automatic” and develops a top speed of 175 km / h and 170 km / h, respectively. The engine consumes fuel in the amount of 10.6 liters in the city, 7.1 liters outside of it, or 8.4 liters in a combined cycle with a mechanic box. The automatic one will change these parameters to 11.2 liters, 7.5 liters and 8.9 liters. The curb weight of the car with mechanics is 1533 kg, the installation of all options will increase it to 1643 kg, while the gross weight is 2070 kg. With the "automatic" box, these figures will be 1548 kg and 1658 kg ( full mass- same).
• The 2.4 liter engine has a working volume of 2393 mm3. Maximum power 169 hp at 6000 rpm and 227 N at 3800 rpm. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 11.7 seconds on manual gearshift and 12.0 seconds on automatic, top speed is 185 km/h and 175 km/h respectively. This type of engine will require fuel consumption in the city of 11.4 liters, on the highway 7.6 liters or 9.0 liters in a combined cycle in a configuration with manual gear shifting. Equipping with an automatic transmission will increase these figures to 12.5 liters, 8.1 liters and 9.7 liters, respectively. The model equipped with a manual transmission has a curb weight of 1569 kg, adding options changes it to 1655 kg, and a gross weight of 2100 kg. Equipping with an automatic transmission means 1584 kg and 1670 kg respectively, the gross weight will remain the same.

Options Grand Vitara

Grand Vitara developers have to compete with brands such as Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Therefore, they have implemented in this model the optimal combination of excellent cross-country characteristics with the required level of comfort.

The modern Suzuki Grand Vitara in the basic configuration has everything that every driver needs today:

• power windows,
• air conditioning,
• central lock,
• heated front seats
• onboard computer,
• heated electric mirrors and repeaters of direction indicators,
• 6 airbags,
• front and rear fog lights,
• CD receiver with MP3 function.

For the first time, Suzuki Grand Vitara appeared on the market in 1988. Then it was simply called Suzuki Vitara and belonged to the category of compact SUVs, since its length was only 3570 mm, and under the hood was a 1.6-liter engine with 80 hp. Despite the unsightly appearance of the car, 60 thousand units were sold in the first year. Two years later, its extended version Vitara Long appeared.

History of the Suzuki Grand Vitara

Suzuki Grand Vitara appeared in 1998. She, like her predecessors, remained a full-fledged SUV, retaining in her design a frame, a one-piece rear axle, a full-fledged transfer case and a hard-wired front axle. However, the shift in global demand towards "SUVs" forced the company to gradually simplify the off-road "weapons" of the Suzuki Grand Vitara. Therefore, the second generation, which appeared in 2005, was distinguished by an integrated frame, permanent all-wheel drive, instead of plug-in, and independent suspension all wheels. Suzuki Grand Vitara offered a five-speed transmission as transmissions. manual transmission and a quad "automatic". At the same time, the off-road capabilities of the Suzuki Grand Vitara were retained, as well as the limited slip center differential.

Three years later, the car has undergone modernization. Suzuki Grand Vitara has new engines of 2.4 and 3.2 liters, improved noise insulation, in top trim levels they began to install assistance systems on ascent and descent.

In 2010, the European version of the Suzuki Grand Vitara was presented at the Geneva Motor Show. She differed slightly modified appearance and the lack of a spare wheel on the back door.

The last restyling of the car was in 2012. He received a new grille, chrome moldings on the sides, a new front bumper and light-alloy eight-spoke wheels. updated version was presented at the Moscow Motor Show.

Technical component of the Suzuki Grand Vitara

However, these changes did not affect the technical stuffing of the car. In fact, this is still the same Suzuki Grand Vitara with an integrated frame, a full-fledged transfer case, reduction gear and multi-mode permanent all-wheel drive system. In total, there are four modes of its operation: “N” or neutral, when the wheel drive is completely disabled (used for towing a faulty car), 4H for driving on asphalt roads, 4H LOCK with a blocked center differential and 4L LOCK with differential lock and underdrive connection.

Suzuki Grand Vitara trim levels

Currently, the Suzuki Grand Vitara is offered in the Russian market with three-door and five-door bodies. The short-base version is equipped with a 1.6-liter engine with 78 hp. For other modifications, engines of 2.0 and 2.4 liters with a capacity of 103 and 124 hp are offered. respectively.

However, in recent years, the demand for the Suzuki Grand Vitara has declined so much that Suzuki decided to abandon further production of the model. And if earlier, company representatives stuttered about the possibility of using the Kizahi sedan platform for the next generation of the car, now this is not the case.

The Japanese SUV Suzuki Grand Vitara in its latest version (JT restyled body) has been sold on the Russian market since 2012, and, in general, the second generation of the car debuted in 2005, having experienced several updates during its life cycle. In November 2016, the manufacturer announced the cessation of production of the model and the curtailment of sales in all countries. As such, the car did not acquire a successor, as the company relies on the Vitara and SX4 crossovers.

Since its appearance in Russia, the restyled Suzuki Grand Vitara has been offered in two body styles - three- and five-door. A more compact and maneuverable 3d modification is designed to carry 4 passengers, behind whom a not too bulky load will fit (the base trunk volume is only 184 liters). The five-door version of the SUV surpasses its three-door counterpart in the wheelbase (+200 mm) and overall body length (+440 mm). Such an increase was enough to form 5 full-fledged seats and a spacious luggage compartment with a capacity of 398 liters (increased to 1386 liters).

If at the dawn of its existence, the Grand Vitara was an "honest" frame SUV, then in recent years the body configuration has been revised. Now the ladder-type frame has been integrated into the main power frame, thanks to which it has been possible to increase ground clearance. The rest of the "off-road" ability of the car is almost not affected. The main thing was preserved permanent all-wheel drive with an almost uniform distribution of traction between the axles (proportion 47/53), a central differential lock and a reduction gear. To this is added an impenetrable suspension with powerful levers (in front - MacPherson strut, in the back - multi-link). With such an architecture of the chassis, the Suzuki Grand Vitara can force even a fairly serious off-road, since the geometry of the body does not pose any obstacles to this.

In the line of car engines, there are only time-tested atmospheric units that do not indulge in technical characteristics. The three-door Grand Vitara is equipped with engines of 1.6 liters (106 hp) and 2.4 liters (166 hp). automatic”, which came close to the retirement age. Modification with a 1.6-liter engine, by the way, is the only one without a downshift.

The five-door version of the Grand Vitara also has two atmospheric fours: 2.0 J20A (140 hp) and 2.4 J24B (169 hp). Each of them can be combined with a “mechanics” or “automatic”.

The use of not the most "fresh" power units and transmissions does not allow at least some modification to distinguish itself in a spurt from a place. Even versions with the top 2.4-liter engine look heavy, accelerating without much enthusiasm. Best result- 11.5 seconds shows Suzuki Grand Vitara 3d with 4 automatic transmission. A five-door SUV with 5MKPP accelerates a little worse - 11.7 seconds. However, excessively active driving is also contraindicated for a car because of the steering and brake settings, which are not very informative.

Fuel consumption of Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 fluctuates around 8.4 liters (manual transmission) or 8.9 liters (automatic transmission). Larger unit 2.4 169 hp consumes even more - 9.0 and 9.7 liters (respectively, "mechanics" and "automatic")

Full technical specifications of Suzuki Grand Vitara in the back of JT (2012-2016 restyling)