Motor Minute: Suzuki Grand Vitara Review
The Suzuki Grand Vitara makes a strong case for being the smartest compact SUV buy in South Africa right now. Deon G breaks down whether the price, efficiency, and style add up to a genuine winner.
It's an SUV that knows exactly what it is and isn't trying to be anything else. The Suzuki Grand Vitara arrives with a modern redesign, LED headlights, a bold grille, and an interior that's clean and functional without pretending to be a luxury car. Deon G gets into the numbers to find out if this is the value-for-money story Suzuki says it is.
The pricing is hard to ignore. Starting at R359,000 for the GL manual, R381,900 for the automatic, and R453,900 for the top-spec GLX — in a segment where rivals are pushing past R500k, that gap matters.
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Key Highlights
- 1.5-litre petrol engine with fuel consumption around 6.97L/100km
- Smooth, comfortable ride suited to daily commuting and family use
- Modern exterior with LED headlights and refreshed styling
- Touchscreen infotainment system with practical interior layout
- Decent boot space for weekend trips
- 360-degree camera on the top-spec GLX trim
- Priced from R359,000 to R453,900
It's not the fastest or the flashiest, but at this price, it doesn't need to be.
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