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  • 2016 Suzuki Vitara S Comes With Sporty Features and Tons of Improvements

    2016 Suzuki Vitara SOnly eight months after the successful launch of the new Vitara, Suzuki demonstrates the S model. This sweetie will enhance the Vitara lineup with more sportier spirit and some interesting additions. It looks like Suzuki not only continues to deliver high-quality vehicles, but also tries to go above its achievements.

    The new S model comes with visual changes that make it stand out from the other models in the lineup. The standard equipment is rich and comprehensive and as always includes seven airbags, alloy wheels, DAB radio with USB and Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control with speed limiter, auto air conditioning and electric windows.

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    The latest family member proudly demonstrates its stylish 17-inch Gloss black alloy wheels, special grille design, satin silver door mirrors, LED headlamps with red projector covers, rear upper spoiler and black side body mouldings. The interior continues the sporty theme with special red stitching, red accents and aluminum alloy pedals. All this with a choice of four exterior colors: Bright Red, Cool White Pearl metallic, Galactic Grey metallic, Cosmic Black metallic.

    2016 Suzuki Vitara S

    Drivetrain system

    In fact, the S model is the first Suzuki vehicle to offer the latest BOOSTERJET power unit which offers 140hp (102kW), direct injection turbo boost and 220Nm of torque. Furthermore, the BOOSTERJET unit is especially created to improve the fuel efficiency and provide smooth and pleasurable drive. It is paired to a six-speed manual gearbox, but there is also a six-speed automatic as an optional choice. This combination offers acceleration of 0-100km/h (62mph) in 10.2 seconds and a top speed of 223km/h (124mph).

    In fact, this vehicle provides so good fuel efficiency and so low CO2 emissions that it is rated as one of Europe’s safest vehicles according to independent crash testings. This is also the first SUV to earn five stars in the 2015 Euro NCAP testing program that reinforces the high levels of safety in this model.

    2016 Suzuki Vitara S

    2016 Suzuki Vitara S
    2016 Suzuki Vitara S
    2016 Suzuki Vitara S

    Source: Suzuki

  • 2015 Suzuki Vitara Priced at £21,299. Is it Worth it?

    Suzuki Vitara is back and this time it brings smaller proportions, new appearance and a magnified feeling of good driving dynamics. Ever since its introduction back in 1988, the series has been acknowledged as one of the most compact and convenient SUVs with an eye-catching design and satisfying on- and off-road capabilities.

    The new five-door crossover comes with a choice of engines. One of the units is the 1.6-liter petrol engine which generates 120 PS at 6,000rpm with a peak torque of 156 Nm at 4,400rpm. This one can be had with Suzuki’s ALLGRIP four-wheel drive system. The other variant is the 1.6-liter diesel which is capable of delivering 120 PS as well but this time at 3,750rpm, while the maximum torque is that of 320 Nm at 1,750rpm.

    CO2 emissions are impressively low due to the use of high tensile steel and additional weight saving measures in the body. What is more, there is an Engine Auto Stop Start system which shuts down the engine when the vehicle does not move. Precisely, the CO2 figures for the petrol engine of the Vitara with two wheel drive / manual transmission are 123g/km and 127g/km for the petrol engine with two-wheel drive / six-speed automatic transmission. Outstandingly low are the CO2 emissions for the DDiS engine – 106g/km with two-wheel drive / six-speed manual transmission and 111g/km with four-wheel drive / six-speed manual transmission.

    Equipment? The standard features for the base SZ4 include seven airbags, 16-inch alloy wheels, DAB Radio with USB and Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control with speed limiter, auto air conditioning, front and rear electric windows and projector headlamps. SZ-T trim adds 17-inch silver painted alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, Smartphone link audio and navigation system. Finally, the SZ5 gains LED headlights as well, 17-inch polished alloy wheels, suede seat fabric, keyless entry with start button, Adaptive Cruise Control, Radar Brake Support and Panoramic sunroof.

    2015 Suzuki Vitara goes on sale in April with starting price varying from £13,999 to £21,299.

    Source: Suzuki

  • 2015 Suzuki Vitara at the Paris Motor Show

    Suzuki Motor Corporation is going to exhibit the all-new 2015 Vitara at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. The new model marks the return of the famous badge first used by Suzuki more than 25 years ago, on a small SUV.

    The production model is based on the iV-4 Concept, which was presented at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. 2015 Suzuki Vitara is expected to hit the UK market – next spring. It will be available with optional ALLGRIP intelligent four wheel drive. The small SUV will be powered by an array of ultra-efficient petrol and diesel engines offering low CO2 emissions and outstanding fuel economy.

    The all-new Vitara will have a striking road presence with distinctive design. There will be also an option of personalising the car with various color and trim customisation. Further details of these, as well as final specifications will be available closer to public launch.

    Stay tuned!

    The Suzuki press conference is scheduled on Thursday 2nd October 2014 at 2:00pm. A number of models will be available at stand 511, in hall 1.0.

    Source: Suzuki

  • Suzuki Grand Vitara SZ-T Limited

    If you want an SUV for the sake of safety and mobility, get a Suzuki Grand Vitara. If you want exclusivity added to that get the new special edition SZ-T. Based on the widely popular 5-door 1.9 DdiS, this limited edition will hit the showrooms this week with only 500 units for sale.

    Prices start at £22,315 if we count the metallic body finish (Quasar Grey, Silky Silver, Blueish Black Pearl,  Phoenix Red Pearl and Nocturne Blue Pearl). The standard equipment list is pretty lengthy including the keyless entry and start. Visually we get a new front grille, new 18-inch wheels, Silver painted roof rails and Silver painted bonnet vents, turn signals embedded in the side-view mirrors, colour contrasting trimmings and a spare wheel mounted on the tailgate.

    The engine remains the same 1.9 DDiS Euro 5 emission class with power up to 130 PS and 300 Nm of torque at your disposal at 2.000 rpm which gives great confidence when overtaking someone on the open road. In return you get absolutely respectable 41.5 mpg and 179g/km of carbon dioxide chum.

    Do not for a minute think however, that the SZ-T has gone soft. It still is a torquey mountain goat  that can tackle some rough terrains without breaking a sweat.

    Suzuki Grand Vitara SZ-T (2012)
    Suzuki Grand Vitara SZ-T (2012)
    2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara SZ-T
    2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara SZ-T
    2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara SZ-T
    2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara SZ-T

    Source: Suzuki

  • Suzuki powers into third vitara decade with new flagship Grand Vitara

    Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4-litre five and three-doorSuzuki launched its first Vitara 20 years ago, creating the world’s first compact SUV and tapping into a new market for vehicles that deliver true off-road performance with responsive, fun-to-drive on-road performance. Since then the stylish and versatile SUV has steadily evolved and kept pace with growing demand for good-looking, versatile 4x4s that are as rewarding on the open road as they are motoring off the beaten track. (more…)