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Used 2001 Suzuki Vitara Consumer Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
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2.88 out of 5 stars

Wear your earplugs!!!

terpr, 05/26/2003
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my Vitara with the hopes of having a fun, dependable ride. What I got was a car that constantly creaks and makes noises. I've taken it in twice for the same problem and it still makes noise! It's the most infuriating thing! I dread going over a speed bump or an uneven road. It sounds like my car is going to fall apart!

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4 out of 5 stars

everybody wants it !

art krause, 04/29/2023
2000 Suzuki Vitara JX 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Bought 6 years ago, 62K origional..Replaced clutch recently, precaution not problem...pedalm was way too low.. Great on gas.. AC marginal ..Cam sensor a wet weather issue, not expensive IF YOU DO IT YOURSELF>>> Great small 4wd..2.0 has good power, small enough to tow easily behind RV.. Very happy with this car..

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4.5 out of 5 stars

2001 suzuki

aarika, 09/19/2002
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

very reliableand fun to drive. also a great looker always getting compliments. also great gas mileage

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Almost perfect

SuperHippo, 02/26/2002
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Interior: The driver seat is big and extremely easy to get into and out of, something that Ford has never been able to accomplish. All controls are within easy reach, and spread out enough that they are easy to find without loooking. Air controls are straightforward, and easy to use. Exterior: I like it. Nowhere near as cool as the Saturn VUE, but you get what you pay for. I prefer the side opening rear tailgate rather than the hatchback style.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Excellent in this price

Chih-Hao, 12/20/2002
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Everything in this SUV is doing its job pretty well. The price is relatively cheaper. Easy to control. Beautiful exterier.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Little SUV that Could

CryingFreeman, 02/13/2003
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I've purchased a used 2001 Grand Vitara JLX with ABS and alloy wheels. I've love the styling and handling of the vehicle. It has a 155 V6 engine that's very quiet. Since I'm not 6' tall, there's no complaints coming from me concerning head and leg room. It's very comfortable for the driver as well as passengers. There's only one problem...I've noticed that during the cold days, the airbag light will stay on when you start the engine. It eventually goes away with the car is warmed up but after you restart it. As I'm writing this, the SUV is in the dealership because it's still under warranty to fix this problem.

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5 out of 5 stars

2002 Suzuki Vitara 2.0 4-Door

Aaron , 11/24/2023
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

It has 245000 miles.runs great love it have replace cv axles And normal maintenance I will get some Body work on it

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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2.75 out of 5 stars

No long-term reliability

SATX, 06/13/2008
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

My Suzuki was great for the first few years, but once my extended warranty ran out, it started falling apart between 80k~91k. First went the auto-entry device, then the A/C, then some electrical problems started flaring up where my headlights and interior lights pulse at night, then an automated window went out, then the interior dome light shorted, and the final two kickers--it was not starting up, then finally it started dying on the road randomly and shaking and needing a time-out before I can restart it. The worst part is, either we have terrible mechanics in Texas or this is a hard car to work on, because no one can figure it out! A car should not be rendered worthless at 91k!

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