Buyers had the choice of a five-speed manual or four-speed dual-mode electronic automatic transmission. Suzuki's 'Drive Select' 4WD system allowed changes between two and four-wheel-drive (high range) at speeds of up to 100km/h. The Grand Vitara had a low-mounted spare wheel on a wide-opening rear door. A rear-wheel-drive Grand Vitara with a 185-hp, 2.7-liter V-6 (the only engine offered), a five-speed manual transmission, and seating for five. That's right: rear-wheel drive. Whereas most of the Came as OEM in suzuki grand vitara 2017 (made in IKCO Iran). it lasted around 110,000 km, still 20-25% tread left. long lasting tires but a little noisy. as the tire wears down, you feel losing control when turning in high speed. good tires in the dirt and sand. not a good grip in wet and snow. If you want a long lasting tire this is the one. just changed it to Dunlop ST30 225/65r17 and see 2.4-liter 4-cyl. 20. 25. 22. *Without Freedom Drive II Off-Road option; package reduces mpg to 20/22/21. Source: EPA. So in exchange for the Suzuki Grand Vitara's low fuel economy you get so-so For 2002, the Grand Vitara's model matrix has been simplified. The JLS (rear-wheel drive) and JLX (four-wheel drive) share most equipment, and the Limited Edition is available with either drive Staff Writer. · 19 Apr 2023. Suzuki's all-new Grand Vitara is officially on sale in South Africa with a starting price of R339,900. The Grand Vitara range offers five variant options with two Unfortunately, the Vitara is prone to engine problems that can ruin the experience of owning and driving one. Some of the most reported issues involve a faulty EGR valve, broken tensioners on the timing chain, a loose or damaged drive belt tension pulley, and oil leaks from the engine. the third-generation Suzuki 'Grand' Vitara, and 1 out of 5 56% of people would recommend this car to a friend Common Problems Brakes, Other (1 case) Brakes, Electrics, Engine, Other (1 case) Brakes, Gearbox / clutch (1 case) Electrics, Engine, 5 posts · Joined 2016. #1 · Apr 11, 2016. Hi, I have Suzuki Grand Vitara 2006 and it is all time 4WD system. I wanted to change it into 2WD system as i do not do any off road driving or tow. I do live in the hilly area and i have climbs of ups and downs, i wanted to bring the gas milage up too. I was thinking if i could remove the front Drive The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Luxury 4WD earns praise from owners for its versatility on and off the road, thanks to a full-time automatic 4WD system with both high- and low-range gearing. The system chooses from four modes - rear-wheel drive, automatic high, and high and low lock, which adds the center locking differential. dMQzx2.