Used 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2005 Grand Vitara, so we've included reviews for other years of the Grand Vitara since its last redesign.
This Car is the "Bomb"
Gary Cates, 08/11/2015
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara LX Rwd 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have a 1999 Suzuki Grand vitara with 200,000? miles on it. It's never been in the shop for anything mechanical or major. I'm 68 years old and this is one of the best cars I have ever owned. We live on top of a mountain in Colorado and this car has never let us down. We are looking to upgrade to a 2005 model. But, whatever we buy, it's going to be a Suzuki! Thanks, Gary Cates
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Good car for the money
Marcia, 12/17/2009
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara LX Rwd 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
We bought the vehicle used with 26K miles. So far the only major problem has been the failure of the A/C evaporator core (about ($900 to repair). The cargo space is small. My honda civic could carry more stuff. Leg room could be better but okay if you are average height. Otherwise powerful engine, excellent in hwy driving and passing, and hilly terrain.Great features for the price and quality interior components.
Great little vehicle
F. LaRock, 06/02/2010
2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara LX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 4A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2004 Grand Vitara LX in Feb 09 and is the first actual 4 wheel drive I've ever owned. I have driven over 15,000 since Feb 09 with absolutely no problems. Car was in excellent condition and I was the 2nd owner and received the remainder of the 7 yr/100K warranty. Vehicle performs excellent here in the winter (U.P.of Michigan) and wouldn't trade it for the world. (Gotta put in a plug for Northway Auto in Rhinelander, WI. Great no-pressure sales and very honest. Had my vehicle in top condition at purchase; even replaced radio with brand new one, replaced all brakes and discs and serpentine belt and produced all docs of proof. Will definitely buy there again and will recommend.
Good value
mike, 06/14/2007
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara LX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
It's a fun little SUV to drive. Great on snow and off road. Not too good from 0 to 60, a bit slow off the start. Gas mileage not the greatest. But has lots of standard features than most SUVs for a great price. Almost all options except sunroof. It's two years later and never had a problem.
Air Conditioning
tpend3533, 07/07/2005
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara LX Rwd 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have not had a successful experience with Suzuki or the dealer concerning the cycling of the air conditioner. It cycles on and off at least 4 or 5 times per minute causing loss of power and erratic performace. I am not happy at all with this vechicle and also with the support from Suzuki. The dealer said it was "normal" and Suzuki said it was all up to the dealer. A catch 22 situation. Suzuki is of very little help when you call about a problem that the dealer will not address. Finally when i got the attention of the Service Manager he saw it was a problem and tried to correct it. As of today it has not been corrected. Suzuki has been of little help as far as I can understand.
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