Suzuki Grand Vitara FT,GT 2.0 HDI (5 dr) (109 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.3 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Suzuki Grand Vitara:

The Suzuki Vitara is a series of SUVs produced by Suzuki in five generations since 1988. The second and third generation were known as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, while the fourth generation eschewed the "Grand" prefix. In Japan and a number of other markets, all generations have used the name Suzuki Escudo until 2024.
The choice of the name "Vitara" was inspired by the Latin word vita, as in the English word vitality. "Escudo", the name primarily used in the Japanese market, refers to the "escudo", the monetary unit of Portugal before adoption of the Euro. The original series was designed to fill the slot above the Suzuki Jimny. The first generation was known as Suzuki Sidekick in the United States. The North American version was produced as a joint venture between Suzuki and General Motors known as CAMI. It was also sold as the Santana 300 and 350 in Spain and in the Japanese market, and in select markets was rebadged as the Mazda Proceed Levante as well....(Read more on Wikipedia)

FT,GT Overview:

Suzuki Grand Vitara (FT,GT). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.0 HDI (5 dr) (109 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

The most capable diesel option, offering strong torque for towing and off-roading, with good highway performance for its class.

Fuel Economy

Likely the most fuel-efficient engine in the lineup, especially for longer journeys, thanks to its modern common-rail technology.

Best Use Case: Long-distance travel, towing, serious off-roading, family use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Excellent off-road capability for its class
  • • Robust and reliable body-on-frame construction
  • • Good value for money on the used market
  • • Compact size (3-door) for urban maneuverability
  • • Smooth V6 engine options for highway cruising
  • • HDI diesel offers good torque and economy

Cons:

  • • Fuel economy can be poor, especially with V6 engines
  • • On-road comfort and handling are not car-like
  • • Dated interior design and materials
  • • Weak base engines (1.6L petrol, 87hp diesels) struggle with performance
  • • Limited advanced safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
  • • Can be noisy at highway speeds

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(FT,GT: 1999 - 2005).

General:
Brand:Suzuki
Model:Grand Vitara
Generation:FT,GT
Modification (Engine):2.0 HDI (5 dr) (109 Hp)
Start of production:2000
End of production:2005
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:109 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:54.6 Hp/l
Torque:250 Nm @ 1750 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:RHW More details about the engine RHW
Engine displacement:1997
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Engine oil capacity:4.75 l
Coolant:6.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:85 mm mm
Piston Stroke:88 mm mm
Compression ratio:17.6:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel

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