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Suzuki Grand Vitara FT,GT 2.0 i 16V (3 dr) (128 Hp)
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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)
FT,GT Overview:
Suzuki Grand Vitara (FT,GT). With 174 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i 16V (3 dr) (128 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong petrol option for the lighter 3-door, offering a good balance of power and agility for both city and highway driving.
Fuel Economy
With a reported 10.2 l/100 km, it's a reasonable compromise for a petrol SUV, offering better economy than the V6s.
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(XL-7 (HT): 1998 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Grand Vitara |
| Generation: | FT,GT |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 16V (3 dr) (128 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 128 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 174 Nm @ 2900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J20A More details about the engine J20A |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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