NEW Suzuki Vitara review – the best value small SUV? | What Car?

Why is the Grand Vitara and others not available in Europe, such as in India? The Suzuki's there have much nicer interiors.

Professional and very clear presentation, straightforward and simple to understand.

Disapointment... the old models was great and I remamber the sound isolation was good. the inerior feel old and outdated in 2023

indicatores still at wrong side of headlights

the light and tinny doors helps keeps it 1200kgs

The Ford and Nissan can’t be put in the same class. The Skoda is the only comparable car, the VW is to expensive for comparison. Having owned 3 Suzuki’s, I have to say the cars are very easy to live with, reliable, economical (particularly in my current Swift). Also the service from the dealer has always been very good, far better than Ford provide. I have to say that Skoda were also strong on customer service when I had one.

this opinion is more off a complain that "suzuki doesnt pays for reviews".Not so honest...

Too small and too low. Do not like this model. Looks like a sedan

When did Chris Martin start doing car reviews?

Bought an sz5 manual yesterday in Atlantic turquoise. Very well-mannered during the test drive across a range of road surfaces from back country lanes to dual carriage way. Excellent service from tj vickers in Shrewsbury 👍

Wonderful suv

Suzuki Vitara - 5 Star safety rating, bullet proof reliability and excellent fuel economy. Anything else deemed necessary is just fluff.

I'm thinking of buying it, what's your opinion? Im worried about the clima because when the hybrid system is on the clima is not working . And what about tue fuel economy? Should i buy it?

Reviewer copy cats all other “professional reviews” all contradict owners opinions on what matters. I have recently test driven one of these exact models. I cant wait to buy one

so good car testers neat and correct explanations

This not a Hybrid review! ?

MPG is what ? Or did I miss this ?

Currently have one as a courtesy car - it’s the entry trim - it’s horrid! The interior quality is about 15 years off the pace - it feels flimsy throughout. The only good point is the boosterjet engine - it’s incredibly perky! It’s by far the best small engine I’ve experience for year - would be fantastic in a supermini - Would I want one? even in a better spec? Absolutely not - it’s long past it’s sell by date.

Long in in India

Does it have sat nav

Reminds me of a Dacia. Not worth the extra money.

Who cares about fancy interior if it's unreliable junk like French cars n ford

I have owned a few Suzuki's and they have been brilliant. I test drove the Vitara turbo All Grip yesterday and it was fantastic. Yes its not as flashy as a few of its competitors but just read some actual owner reviews and people just rave about the Vitara. The way the all wheel drive works makes this car much safer in all weather (this wasn't mentioned) and the power is only delivered to the wheels if they start slipping, which saves fuel and makes it far more economical than most constant all wheel drives and it was a joy to drive, its a hoot!! As part of my research I have been stopping and talking to owners wherever I go and its the same story, a reliable vehicle they love. I can't see how soft touch fabrics and digital displays make a good car? and to be honest a lot of people said the finishes are great for a family car, e.g. tough and hard wearing. I suggest that you do your own research because I feel that often certain vehicles are highly rated because these companies pay for the reviews.

What is the range on electric only?

I love panoramic sunroof on mu suzuki vitara!! allgrip,panoramic sunroof and hybrid tec are the best features of this car!

You really don't like Suzuki. All reviews of Suzuki's that you did are very negative. Read comments of videos and you will see that people love them, while you just whine.

Great review. I have a previous generation Vitara, that shares pretty much the same look and features, but comes with a turbo diesel engine that's actually pretty amazing both in performances and in fuel economy (it is also pretty good for CO2 emissions, I wonder why Suzuki decided to stop offering it). I mostly agree with your impressions: my version of the Vitara is the flagship one (with all the infotainment goodies, driving assistance, sensors, camera and four wheel drive) and I have to say... it is very practical and sturdy... but it's full of hard plastics and in general, it doesn't feel premium at all. I confirm that the car is a beat noisy and that that the doors feel a bit too light. Rear seats are just ok for two kids and their baby seats (but they don't need yet a lot of leg room yet). The trunk however is amazing and its shape and double bottom is very clever. I use this car regularly as a family car, and when I go on long trips I can fit everything I need and more. I also need to talk about the amazing adaptive cruise control. It works like a charm and in general the car feels very safe and well balanced during long trips, even at high speeds. On the highway the cars drives almost by itself, and I never had an issue with its software. However, the steering wheel feels a bit too light at high speeds and I always fear to move it too much when overtaking a big truck on narrow lanes. If you plan to use it off road, remember that this is no more a grand vitara: it doesn't come with reduced gears so it's not a real offroader and can be difficult to drive on high slopes (expecially if you need to start uphill). Overall it is an excellent, sturdy and reliable middle sized family car, that could be more comfortable and refined, but that does its job flawlessy without attracting attention.

Informative review 🙂

4 Cylinder, turbo, mild hybrid! VW and other manufactures do you listen????...if safety Euro NCAP is a bit better it would be best package on the market....

I'm looking for a car with good reliability, comfort, good fuel economy, good looks and a reasonable price. If you are picking your car based on if it has soft materials and its door bottle holder size, then you are probably going to end up with a lemon.

go with manual gear, you won't have issues with that noise.

No, it is not a hybrid. More of a gimmick of one. The price hike of the last two years is more than real, though. For what is virtually the same car.

India launch 🇮🇳 ?
Already spied so much in India !

The Vital has lost its looks, very dull. Looks and feels cheap option, no thanks.

The moment they made the Ignis a mild hybrid instead of a proper one and tried charging more than a hybrid jazz was the moment I knew Suzuki were trying to take us for fools.
Every dealer near me was also trying to sell a bottom range 1.0L vitals for over 22k.
Suzuki are clearly deluded when designing and building their cars. There’s cheapness everywhere you look

Even today's bmw's the doors are quite light and flimsy (thinking f40) compared to older models where they were heavy. Everything is losing quality and strenght and weight because of environmental constraints.

Skoda Kamiq a better car than Vitara?!? Very funny!

The main competitor here is Dacia Duster which is cheaper, has a better road clearance and more capable off road. Also very reliable

We're asian and we won't copy Dacia, We're asian and we won't copy Dacia, We're asian and we won't copy Dacia, we're copying the Dacia because is the cheapest car in Europe.

Fine

This or Dacia Duster or SsangYong Tivoli?

Comparing apples and oranges...
You're talking about rivals of the Vitara? Okay, bring'em all in the mud and on the snow and off the road! You'll see what the Suzuki AllGrip system is about. That is the key point in this car segment making the Vitara outstanding and worth the money. And it's the difference to all these hip wannabe SUV living rooms for Sunday afternoons in downtown city you were talking about.
Dear salesman, let's have a drive in the hills in strong winter and talk about interior material and infotainment. :)

Thanks for the review. I was sitting in Skoda Kamiq, Ford Puma and just today in Suzuki Vitara. In my opinion the interior of Suzuki Vitara is much better that the other cars and most of the cars on the market and the only I know that is a better one is Subaru Forester. I'm talking about the general feeling and space when you are inside of the car. Regarding to other aspects Suzuki makes more reliable cars than VW for sure, a the option with only one engine only tells me that this engine is a better designed one (since all the efforts was put in only one engine) and it will be also easier to find a parts for it and repair it.

SUV without 4wd is just a taller car for bad drivers to use in cities without destroying rims and bumpers.

Solid car I'm sure, but outside is just ok and hate the interior - they all cheap out on things but this one also looked dated even back in 2016. Just not my aesthetic style of vehicle at all.

Again bs about cheap plastics. Who the F is touching a dashboard every day? Suzuki's are for work not being fancy. I am 1.90 m and have a Vitara with sunroof and no problems at all with sitting up front.

I have IT and I love it

bought a 3 year old Vitara Z4 for half the price! Its a nice affordable drive. Really nice. Would I pay 20k for a new one. The interior definitely not worth it.

I hate this trend of "oohhh luuuk at this cheap plastic nu soft tuuuuch ouuhhh"
Maybe you firts check well what type of car are you reviewing? Is it a affordable car which aims at high mpg and reliability? And some off-road? Do u think that when I go with a car in my countryside I will be concerned with "soft touch material on the door handle?"
Like are you sure that your viewers first concern is plastic Vs soft materials and we are checking the videos to find out if the car has plastic or soft material?
Fed up with this standard idiotic reviews like all off you were trained in some stupid "review making university"