2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara Review
2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara Review
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Pros
- Standard V6, distinctive looks, low-range transfer case on 4x4 models.
Cons
- Harsh suspension, unimpressive brakes, lack of cargo space.
What’s new
The 2000 Limited Edition Grand Vitara comes with leather seats, privacy glass, foglamps, a hard spare tire cover, an armrest, gold emblems and a special black-and-white paint scheme. The spare tire cover on regular Grand Vitaras features a new design. The '99 model's base trim levels JS and JS+ have been renamed JLS and JLS+. A CD changer is standard equipment on JLS+ and JLX+ models.
Edmunds says
A mini SUV increasingly outdistanced by the competition.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara JLX 4dr SUV 4WD and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$229/mo for Grand Vitara JLX
Grand Vitara JLX
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact SUV
Vehicle overview
With a title that sounds more like a sprawling Spanish estate (or maybe a new, super-potency drug) than a mini-SUV, the Grand Vitara is Suzuki's bold entrant in the rapidly growing mini-SUV segment. Based off the four-door Suzuki Vitara, the big selling point about the Grand Vitara is its V6 engine. Most other mini-SUVs feature four-cylinder engines. Suzuki's 2.5-liter V6 makes 155 horsepower and 160 foot-pounds of torque. Harnessing those 155 horses is either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic. Four-wheel drive is optional.
The interior offers several amenities not common in this class. These include two reading lights in addition to the main dome light, extended sun-block slats on the visors, plenty of small cargo bins for storing assorted doodads, and comfortable front seats covered in a soft cloth. The Grand Vitara also has a useful large, single door that swings open to access the rear cargo area. The rear seat, while on the small side, is reasonably comfortable for smaller adults.
There's also plenty of luxury with standard air conditioning, power windows, cruise control, keyless entry and daytime running lamps included on every Grand Vitara. Higher levels of trim offer 16-inch alloy wheels and antilock brakes.
Once moving, the Grand Vitara's V6 provides plenty of grunt. Its styling gets attention, especially when equipped with the 16-inch wheels. But the Suzuki is let down by long braking distances and a suspension that doesn't work as well as it should. The Grand Vitara is harsh over broken pavement, and that harshness doesn't seem to translate to substantial benefits off-highway.
The Grand Vitara does have plenty to offer consumers, however. Four-wheel-drive models come with a low-range transfer case, something many other mini SUVs don't have. The 2000 Limited Edition model should further the Grand Vitara's exclusivity. But the '99 Grand Vitara's trump card--V6 power--has recently been eclipsed by the V6 engines found in the new 2000 Ford Escape, Nissan Xterra, and Mazda Tribute.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
5 star(40%)
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3 star(13%)
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4.38 out of 5 stars
Great I still have it Works good
Jose Robleto, 09/17/2010
2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara JLX 4dr SUV 4WD
Reliable, fun to drive Drove from Texas to Nicaragua in 2006 with 110,000 miles no problem Drove from El Paso TX to Mazatlan Sinaloa in 2009 cero problems with 149,000 miles
4.25 out of 5 stars
Great car for the price
RCLyons, 02/18/2004
2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara JLS 4dr SUV
For the price this is a great little
SUV. Just don't expect a volvo ride
and solidness. I've had it four
years. Had 2 recalls done - no
problems except occasionally the air
bag light comes on dimly during
drives. Dealer couldn't find problem.
Overall you get a lot more car for your
money.
4.25 out of 5 stars
Solid, reliable, high performing vehicle
Mike, 06/03/2009
2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara JLX 4dr SUV 4WD
I'm the type of person that looks for high quality at a good price and I keep my "things" as long as they work and take care of them.I've driven this car for almost 200,000 miles and am the second owner since 7,000 miles in 2002. It has been the most reliable vehicle that I've ever known. As my friends go through car #2 and car #3, I'm still driving this sweet SUV around since 2nd year … of college and it rides as though it has 50-70k. Engine starting to make a little noise, AC doesn't work anymore but hey, it has 200k miles. I can definitely see it lasting at least another 60k before any major issues so long as I continue to change the oil every 3k and stay on top of it. Very good investment.
3.88 out of 5 stars
Good Little Truck
ed, 04/08/2010
2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara JLX 4dr SUV 4WD
I brought this little suv brand new 10 yrs ago. Its been really good for the most part. Only problems are a/c condenser and the steering rack needed replaced (after driving on nyc roads for 10 yrs, I don't blame the car). Also, the body panels had to be glued back on twice (Suzuki covered). I still own it but due to my kids getting bigger and needing a pick-up for yard work, its … getting traded in soon (I'll miss it).
2000 Grand Vitara Highlights
Limited
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $235/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 21.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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