Discussing of today’s compact SUV morph into little more than car-based crossovers, its product team still continued to provide consumers with high standards among compact SUV’s. With its newly ladder-frame-reinforced utilized body, the efficient 4-cylinder powertrain and available low-range gearing, the Grand Vitara still continues to supply the one-of-a-kind comfort in town transport along with capable outbound recreation. Together with its timeless two-box profile, expansive greenhouse and composed all independent suspension, the Grand Vitara’s footprint, will surely conquer any cityscape.

Neo-Classic Exterior Design

Basing on its well founded tradition built on the well-proportioned Suzuki 4x4s, the Grand Vitara employs artfully molded sheet with a greenhouse, short front and rear overhangs and generous ground clearance. Together with its front-engine, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive chassis, the 2013 Grand Vitara continues with a platform that provides a balance of both visual and dynamism. Also, the Vitara receives the all-new front fascia grille, new turn signals, and chrome cladding on chosen trims, new alloy wheels and new exterior colors.

Interior Flexibility

Despite of its generous ground clearance when the road ends, the Grand Vitara doesn’t fail when it offers easy accessibility – both for the driver and the passengers – when the trip begins. A low step-in height allows passengers an easy access. The moment everyone is seated comfortably, they can start enjoying the expansive greenhouse with little restrict to the view, making the Grand Vitara exceptionally drivable for in-town traffic and especially rewarding while viewing the out-of-town scenery. The Grand Vitara’s interior defies the “compact” description of a compact car, with generous seating area for five, together with a spacious, flexible cargo area for the passengers’ gear. With a 60/40 split rear bench, the Grand Vitara accommodates a variable combination of the passenger’s cargo. Try to fold both sides of the rear seat forward and you can now carry over 70 cubic feet cargo, enough to support any kind of adventure!

The 2013 Grand Vitara receives a new fabric seat, a two-tone interior and a new embedded info system.

Safety

The Vitara’s safety features don’t be put to the last of the list. Its safety system is always updated. Its active system includes an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and four-wheel disc brakes with standard ABS and electronic brake-force distribution (EBD). Along with its traction control, the ESP on AWD models uses a sophisticated computer algorithm that controls the Grand Vitara’s all-wheel-traction distribution and anti-locking braking system in concert to help the driver in control of the wheels in demanding conditions.

Its passive safety features and capabilities include a reinforced body structure with front and rear crumple zones designed to help absorb the energy of an impact. The dual front advanced airbags are standard, working in combination with front-seat-mounted side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags front and rear and 3-point front and rear seat belts.

Technical Specifications – 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Wheelbase: 103.9 inches
Overall Length: 177.2 inches (with full spare tire cover)
Overall Width: 71.3 inches
Engine: 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC engine
Horsepower: 166hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 162 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission, Manual: 5-speed manual transmission
Transmission, Automatic: 4-speed automatic
Brakes: 4-wheel disc brakes with four-wheel ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution
EPA Fuel Economy Estimates: 19/26 RWD MT, 19/25 RWD Auto, 19/23 AWD Auto

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