The Lowdown: 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
By Jack Bregman
Introduction
The 2001 Grand Vitara is manufactured in JAPAN for Suzuki. It is Suzuki's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $19,599 USD in 2001.
Fuel Economy
The Grand Vitara's generous 2.5L V6 DOHC 24V engine has been measured to get 18 - 19 miles/gallon city driving with a 16.90 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The Grand Vitara retails for $19,599 USD with a invoice price of $18,031 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Grand Vitara comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a four-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3197 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Grand Vitara Dimensions
The 2001 Grand Vitara has standard length of 164.50 inches and a width of 70.10 inches. The Grand Vitara rides 67.80 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 8.00 inches. Front headroom is 39.90 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Grand Vitara a radius of 34.80 inches. It uses 235/60R16 tires with a wheelbase of 97.60 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, 4WD/AWD, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. Grand Vitara optional equipment may include Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, CD Changer, Cargo Net, Load Bearing Exterior Rack.
Exterior color choices include Black Pearl, Cassis Red Pearl/Cool Beige, Cassis Red Pearl/Cool Beige Metallic, Catseye Blue Metallic/Cool Beige, Catseye Blue Metallic/Cool Beige Metallic, Grove Green Metallic/Cool Beige, Grove Green Metallic/Cool Beige Metallic, Polar White, Silky Silver Metallic with interior choices of Gray Cloth. The Grand Vitara seats 5 people with 41.40 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The regular warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also comes with a 36 month/36,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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