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Used 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

WOW

My Buggy, 02/12/2006
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Premium 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
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This is my second Grand Vitata. I bought a used '99 model and drove it for four years, then my husband thought I should be driving a used Volvo XC70. In four months I was back in a new Grand Vitara. I called the first one my buggy. I now have Buggy Jr. I wonder if it had a more catchy name, it might have better sales (like Spirit or Sprint). Oh well, I'm very pleased with my new buggy. My husband found the '99 scrunchy but he's more comfortable in the '06 model. I was looking at Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 but they were too much money for same features as Grand Vitara. I consider myself a smart shopper and the Grand Vitara is a greeat buy!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Nice Job Suzuki!

Sgrant, 02/04/2006
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
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The 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has an outstanding design. It is an exceptionally well executed vehicle for an unbeatable price. Unfortunately, it has no alarm system and aftermarket alarms are incompatible with keyless start/fob. Also, there is no tint band on windshield. It doesn't have a remote gas flap release and it is a bit noisy. Other things that I don't like about it inc;ude its vague throttle response, lack of a glove compartment light and mudflaps, inaccurate gas mileage readout, and the Silly luxury features that are bundled with the low range gearing. The rest of this truck is great. It begs to be cornered fast and has amazing traction. It's an amazingly sure-footed vehicle. It comes with lots of standard safety features. We plan to keep it a long time.

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5 out of 5 stars

Luv the Grand Vitara

Nick, 02/14/2006
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara Luxury 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
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I was NOT in the market for an SUV. I wanted a compact car like the Scion, but then my eyes fell on this red beauty with the premium package and I fell in love. She's easy to manuver, turns on a dime and the brakes are wonderful. I notice no noise and she's as smooth and sweet as cream to drive. She can haul so much stuff - I moved into a new home and have been buying used furniture and have been all over town. I managed to fit a dining table and four chairs in the back. It's so convenient to know that I can buy huge items and it will fit. The stereo is wonderful, the leather feels so fine and I love the moonroof that doesn't mess my hair. I use to hate to drive, now I love it.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Value for a "CUV"

gkato, 02/05/2006
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara XSport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
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We have owned many SUV's and we compared the Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, and the new Toyota RAV. I was at a dealership that represented many manufaturers, and test drove the Suzuki Grand Vitara. The value and qulity for this little Cross-Over vehicle beat the competition hands down. This vehicle is for my wife, and her main concern is 'Safety'. The Grand Vitara comes standard with 6 airbags which usually come only in pricier cars. The exterior and interior design are very contemporary and give the feeling of a more expensive vehicle.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Little Value

gtk, 02/17/2006
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara XSport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
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I bought a Suzuki Grand Vitara for my wife to take skiing, and for everday use. We looked at the Toyota RAV, Honda CR-V, and the Saturn VUE V6 AWD, and picked the Grand Vitara for its great value, warranty, style, and features. My wife recieves compliments daily on how great this truck looks. The interior is first class, and the four mode 4WD system is a unique feature for small SUV's. The mileage could be better from a company that specializes in high performance motorcycles though. The few nit-picky items would be, no extendable visors, 4 wheel disc brakes should be standard, its lack of a locking gas cap, and the instant gas mileage readout should do "averaging." We just purchased 'Crossbars and bra' for the roofrack system.

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