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Used 2002 Suzuki Vitara Consumer Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
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4.38 out of 5 stars

Its a running Hampster!

Samuari Hampster, 03/31/2002
2002 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I traded a 2000 dak for this model as I was looking for better utility and most importantly, better reliability. I have only 100 miles on this so far, but it looks like I picked a winner. The 4 banger works best with the five speed. I test drove an auto and it was doggy but with a five speed, it really does a lot better.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Turned out to be a financial disaster.

mensacyclist, 12/27/2003
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS 2WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

AVOID!!!! I bought my Vitara in June of 01, got a "good deal", got an extended warranty and planned on keeping it for 7-8 years. I've always bought Japanese in the past and would not consider anything else. At 56,000 miles the clutch went. The dealer wanted $993, local mechanic needed about $700. There are NO aftermarket parts for this car and the dealer parts are too expensive to be worth the while. I traded the Vitara in for $5000 less than I owed on it and rolled the debt into a Dodge truck. My $15500 Vitara was worth about $4000 just 2 1/2 years layer. Check the blue book.....you'll be amazed at the deprciation.

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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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4.38 out of 5 stars

Go Hamsters!

samarui hamster, 05/28/2002
2002 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

This little guy has lots of gumption and will turn on a dime and give you nine cents worth of change. It comes pretty well equipped for the price and goes anywhere.

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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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