2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara Consumer Discussions

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Re: [budman3]

Written by: norwoodsmn on Mar 15, 2009 04:17 PM

We tell it like it is, eh Bud? I have to agree I'm H-happy too, but with a soft roader now there's that one mud bog on the way to my fave norwoods trout lake which may be a bit tough to traverse sometimes in the awd CR-V. Alternatively, it's that go anywhere ability which has been and shall remain at the heart of the "deeper than skin deep beauty" of Suzuki's [better] 4wd ... Read More...

Suzuki Grand Vitara (2005 and earlier)

Re: Lifespan of 2000 suzuki grand vitara??? [nursesrangels]

Written by: cob on Oct 08, 2008 06:31 PM

With regular maintainence it should last for 200,000 miles. In the mean time save $200 a month so when it dies you can pay cash for the next vehicle and you will avoid payments. Read More...

Lifespan of 2000 suzuki grand vitara???

Written by: nursesrangels on Oct 02, 2008 11:37 AM

Hello All!! I am in search of genuine help with the above query. I own a 2000 GV that has not given me any major issues. I have just passed the 112K mark with "Nelly", and I am getting concerned about how much time I may have before I need to have a car payment again??? I've been given mixed advice which does not lend itself to helping me make an informed decision about this??? ... Read More...

Re: Is the 2000 Susuki ok in 2007? [mrsrony]

Written by: mhkkcf4 on Apr 17, 2007 11:25 AM

I purchased my 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara for $2500!!! It had sorta high miles (109K) when I got it but I have had it for over a year now and it is the best vehicle I have ever owned! I have heard good things about the Jeep Liberty's as well...but wanted to give you my personal experienced opinion. My Grand Vitara does not do well on wet or snow covered roads though...even ... Read More...

Is the 2000 Susuki ok in 2007?

Written by: mrsrony on Mar 24, 2007 08:41 PM

We are looking at a 2000 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA with about 65k miles asking $9k. It seems like there was alot of problems with that year yet the others rate really well. We are torn between it and a 2002 Jeep Liberty with 90k miles for the same price. The price alone makes me think there is a problem. Any advice? Thanks for your thoughts. :) Read More...

Suzuki Vitara/Grand Vitara: MPG - Real World Numbers

Re: Suzuki Vitara/Grand Vitara: MPG - Real World Numbers [tidester]

Written by: bm000092 on Jan 01, 2007 09:00 AM

Ok, I'll put the numbers for different situations. When I'm writing mpg, I converted my numbers into US gallon, my GV has now over 10 000 miles. Usually I'm doing around 24.8 mpg (mix driving, around 50/50). On highway only, cruising at 65/70 mph, I'm doing 31 mpg. With a trailer tent of 2000 pounds, mostly highway, cruising at 65/70 mph, I'm doing 21.8 mpg In winter ... Read More...

Suzuki Grand Vitara (2005 and earlier)

2000 Grand Vitara not running

Written by: kkru on May 12, 2006 05:40 PM

I have a 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara that is only running on four cylinders. The number 3 & 6 are not running. Took it to a local shop and they indicated that there is very little compression on the 3 & 6 cylinder. They suggested having the entire engine rebuilt or replaced. The dealership is asking for 5K to replace the engine. Anyone have similar problems or have suggestions ... Read More...

2000 Suzuki Escudo

Written by: bettyboop1 on Mar 31, 2006 08:56 AM

I live in Bermuda and most of the cars are imported from Europe. I purchased a 2000 Suzuki Escudo which I have been advised is the same or similar to a 2000 Grand Vitara. I want to customize my car and it is very difficult to find kits :( , etc here on the island. Can anyone direct me to a someone who can help me locate the accessories I that I want or someone who knows about ... Read More...

GV Timing Chain Noises

Written by: doc11 on Jan 03, 2006 09:47 PM

Hi Everyone, I have just successfully stopped the dreaded GV Timing Chain Rattle on my 2000 Grand Vitara and would like to thank Ray (bisray) for his post as it made my job a little easier. As I tried to find a manual with no luck (probably like everyone else out there) the tip about the Impossible to remove Harmonic Balancer Bolt was handy as I could see how you would ... Read More...

Squeaking Noise

Written by: mick9772 on Nov 02, 2005 07:01 AM

To bonehead1 about friend's car squeak, Is your friend's car actually making a squealing noise intermittently? My 2000 Grand Vitara started doing that in March 2005. After 2 months it started getting worse. I finally figured out the noise was happening when something stopped spinning off the serpentine belt. Goodyear thought it was the serpentine, changed ... Read More...