Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Small SUV
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Suzuki refreshed the Grand Vitara/Escudo lineup in 2008, preparing the car for the Euro 5 emission standards and enhancing the car's exterior.
The Grand Vitara/Escudo was one of the best-selling cars in its class globally. It was available under different names on different markets and sported different badges as well. To keep its prices low, the carmaker produced it in Hungary, Algeria, and China. For the drivetrains, it worked together with Renault for the diesel powerplants.
On the outside, the 2008 model featured a new grille at the front with curved horizontal slats instead of the straight ones used between 2005 and 2008. Its rectangular headlights with clear lenses. The three-door version looked sportier thanks to its long rear quarter panels and the raked-forward B-pillar.
Inside, the carmaker improved the safety with redesigned airbags. At the front, the bucket seats featured side airbags, complementing the dual front airbags. The redesigned center stack sported a circular digital display for the climate control unit on the lower side and a new CD radio on the upper side. In the back, as usual, there was limited room for the rear passengers due to the short wheelbase.
Under the hood, Suzuki replaced or upgraded the engines. It dropped the former 2.7-liter V-6 and installed a GM-sourced 3.2-liter instead. For the European market, the carmaker offered a choice of two gasoline and a Renault-sourced turbo-diesel powerplant.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT AWD (106 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1586 cm3 |
Power: | 78 KW @ 5900 RPM 106 HP @ 5900 RPM 105 BHP @ 5900 RPM |
Torque: | 107 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 145 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99 mph (159 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed, Manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/70R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 152.2 in (3866 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/61.8 in (1,539/1,570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.1 in (2441 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.5 cuFT (184 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3102 lbs (1407 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4034 lbs (1830 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 195 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 4AT AWD (166 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | 4 |
Displacement: | 2393 cm3 |
Power: | 122 KW @ 6000 RPM 166 HP @ 6000 RPM 164 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 166 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 225 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4 speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/70R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 152.2 in (3866 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/61.8 in (1,539/1,570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.1 in (2441 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.5 cuFT (184 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3221 lbs (1461 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4167 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19.8 mpg US (11.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 219 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 5MT AWD (166 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | 4 |
Displacement: | 2393 cm3 |
Power: | 122 KW @ 6000 RPM 166 HP @ 6000 RPM 164 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 166 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 225 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed, Manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/70R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 152.2 in (3866 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/61.8 in (1,539/1,570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.1 in (2441 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.5 cuFT (184 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3188 lbs (1446 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4123 lbs (1870 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.8 mpg US (11.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 205 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L DDiS 5MT AWD (129 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1870 cm3 |
Power: | 95 KW @ 4000 RPM 129 HP @ 4000 RPM 127 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 1750-2500 RPM 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4 speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/70R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 152.2 in (3866 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/61.8 in (1,539/1,570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.1 in (2441 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.9 in (201 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.5 cuFT (184 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3371 lbs (1529 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4277 lbs (1940 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 177 g/km |