Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 (HT) 2.7 i V6 (173 Hp) Automatic
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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)
XL-7 (HT) Overview:
Suzuki Grand Vitara (XL-7 (HT)). With 231 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1680 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and highway cruising, with the V6 providing smooth power delivery. Acceleration is respectable for an SUV of its era.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is on the higher side, typical for a V6 SUV with an automatic transmission from this period, making it less economical for frequent city driving.
Best Use Case:
Highway / Mixed Driving
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior, often with 7-seat option.
- • Reliable and robust 2.7L V6 H27A engine.
- • Capable off-road performance (especially 4WD variants).
- • Good value on the used market.
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption across all V6 trims.
- • Outdated interior design and technology by modern standards.
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rough roads.
- • Limited safety features compared to newer vehicles.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(FT,GT: 1997 - 2005).
| General: |
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Grand Vitara |
| Generation: | XL-7 (HT) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.7 i V6 (173 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 173 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 231 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H27A More details about the engine H27A |
| Engine displacement: | 2736 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 103 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1680 |
| Max. weight: | 2260 |
| Max load: | 580 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2065 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 187 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4700 mm mm |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm |
| Height: | 1740 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/60 R16 H |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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