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Used 2002 Suzuki Vitara Consumer Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
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3.63 out of 5 stars

Nice to look at...but engine is weak!

BassPimpGirl, 07/19/2002
2002 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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In general, I do like my Suzuki. I selected the Suzuki over other small SUV models because it was reasonably priced and had more "bells and whistles." In this area I am not disappointed. I am very disheartened by its weak engine, though. Whenever I am using the cruise control on even the slightest of inclines, the engine struggles and does not maintain a constant speed. I did not have this problem with my 2000 Kia Sportage.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

So far, so good.

wfalone, 12/05/2002
2002 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I use this car for work in the city. It is comfortable, quiet, and well assembled. Not particularly peppy (automatic). Visiblity is good. Nice size, great manuverability. Fine climate controls. Real bad back seat leg room if you have two adults in the front seats. My biggest gripe is that I cannot seem to exceed 20 mpg city/ 23 mpg hiway (no matter how gently I drive).

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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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5 out of 5 stars

Great price Great Value Great car !!!

Mopstick, 03/22/2002
2002 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is a graet way to get this car for thousands cheeper, just get the 4 cyl. I got it loaded for 16000 and its tight Very reliable most of all Its big in a small way I hope you enjoy it We do We have bought a few suzuki products over the years and the value and reliability is what you com to expect from any japanese car compay with out the heavy price tag !!!

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