NEW Suzuki Vitara review - the best value small SUV? | What Car?
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- Uh oh. The Suzuki Vitara has ALWAYS been a bargain choice, but a price hike means that it isn't anymore. BUT, can it still look like great value compared to its rivals? And does a new mild hybrid engine choice make the car better than ever? Watch to find out.
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Video chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:52 The new Vitara and rivals
1:38 Interior design and quality
3:40 Technology
5:15 Rear seats
6:02 Boot space
7:21 Engines
8:31 Ride comfort and handling
9:23 Vitara trims and options
10:53 Drive modes and performance
11:50 Verdict and outro - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
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Perceptions aside , the vitara's reliability and longevity will be the best this side of a Toyota. Suzuki was ranked 3rd in your recent reliability survey ,way ahead of VW group ranked 20th. Fancy Soft plastics will not help when your car breaks down and you have to take the bus.
I completely agree.
That's a good point
Toyota is the best!
Best comment I have seen on TH-cam
Suzuki has a deal with Toyota to use some rebadged models in their range.
Suzuki Vitara - 5 Star safety rating, bullet proof reliability and excellent fuel economy. Anything else deemed necessary is just fluff.
As a Vehicle Detailer, I'd much rather clean the Vitara interior than all that Alcantara and soft touch material on the others... the soft touch materials on the other vehicles melt and degrade much worse and go tacky/sticky and start to look very ugly, the Vitara will never have that problem.
The interiors are as tough as old boots, I had a 14 year old Ignis with hard plastics, I loved it's ruggedness.
It's the car reviewers that have false sense of security who reccomend soft touch materials for everything in the car.
They get in a bmw or Benz then act is if every car should have a soft touch dashboard. You literally never touch your dashboard in your car.
What does it matter to be soft.
sliding rear seats would put them up higher, leaving even less headroom on those seats.
Anyways, a lot of your "complaints" are plusses in my book. The less electric stuff in the car (electrically adjusted seats for example) the less there is to go wrong
Great point sometimes cars are gone too fancy
Absolutely!
I have a family member that has one of these in sz5 and its been a great family car, interior although maybe cheaper is solid and takes all that the family (kids) throw at it! Been super reliable and actually is capable of pretty decent off road driving.
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I have a non hybrid version of this with the 1.4 boosterjet engine in sz5 trim. It is an awesome car. In my opinion it has the best engine of all the small SUV's in this price range. It is a 1.4 4 cylinder turbocharged chain driven engine unlike most of it's rivals which are overstressed 1 litre 3 cylinder turbos. The Suzuki engine is very gutsy and is very quiet and effortless on a motorway. A lot of car for the money.
Agree, I have the 1.4 S Allgrip, it flys in Sport mode.
Yep agree. Me too .....have a 2019 allgrip sz5 auto and it’s brilliant .
@@MarcieHarding qyhyyiu
Great punchy engine, well balanced gear ratio, and light kerb weight.... what more can you want. Capable in town and motorways,too. Big comfortable seats, front and back, stable in corners but soft over bumps. High clearance, small turning circle, big space and good visibility. Great stereo sound. And last but not least...not thirsty at all. But again...that engine...my oh my...it pulls...and pulls.
I have owned a few Suzuki's and they have been brilliant. I test drove the Vitara turbo All Grip yesterday and it was fantastic. Yes its not as flashy as a few of its competitors but just read some actual owner reviews and people just rave about the Vitara. The way the all wheel drive works makes this car much safer in all weather (this wasn't mentioned) and the power is only delivered to the wheels if they start slipping, which saves fuel and makes it far more economical than most constant all wheel drives and it was a joy to drive, its a hoot!! As part of my research I have been stopping and talking to owners wherever I go and its the same story, a reliable vehicle they love. I can't see how soft touch fabrics and digital displays make a good car? and to be honest a lot of people said the finishes are great for a family car, e.g. tough and hard wearing. I suggest that you do your own research because I feel that often certain vehicles are highly rated because these companies pay for the reviews.
Am waiting on mine.
As much as everyone hates a/c controls on a screen (not on this car, amen) a screen is just cheaper than individual buttons hey. Good on Suzuki for not putting mini screens on the steering wheel.
The boot takes a full size MTB without removing the front wheel. Sport mode really makes the car fly and it does 45mpg on a half decent run. The infotainment system manages Apple CarPlay and Android functionality which isn’t available on several competitors and it’s a mature system that works well - I have the 2019 SZ5 model.
I have the same spec. as you and love my Vitara
In 2023 Allgrip is no longer available on the SZ-T. So if you want 4WD you have to get the range topping SZ5 version. The manual SZ5 Allgrip Boosterjet MHEV is the one to go for... VERY good value.
Thanks for the review. I was sitting in Skoda Kamiq, Ford Puma and just today in Suzuki Vitara. In my opinion the interior of Suzuki Vitara is much better that the other cars and most of the cars on the market and the only I know that is a better one is Subaru Forester. I'm talking about the general feeling and space when you are inside of the car. Regarding to other aspects Suzuki makes more reliable cars than VW for sure, a the option with only one engine only tells me that this engine is a better designed one (since all the efforts was put in only one engine) and it will be also easier to find a parts for it and repair it.
Bought an sz5 manual yesterday in Atlantic turquoise. Very well-mannered during the test drive across a range of road surfaces from back country lanes to dual carriage way. Excellent service from tj vickers in Shrewsbury 👍
I'm looking for a car with good reliability, comfort, good fuel economy, good looks and a reasonable price. If you are picking your car based on if it has soft materials and its door bottle holder size, then you are probably going to end up with a lemon.
Professional and very clear presentation, straightforward and simple to understand.
I'm thinking of buying it, what's your opinion? Im worried about the clima because when the hybrid system is on the clima is not working . And what about tue fuel economy? Should i buy it?
I have new one. This model and it's awesome .
I get one yesterday, it drives very good. More than expected.
Great review. I have a previous generation Vitara, that shares pretty much the same look and features, but comes with a turbo diesel engine that's actually pretty amazing both in performances and in fuel economy (it is also pretty good for CO2 emissions, I wonder why Suzuki decided to stop offering it). I mostly agree with your impressions: my version of the Vitara is the flagship one (with all the infotainment goodies, driving assistance, sensors, camera and four wheel drive) and I have to say... it is very practical and sturdy... but it's full of hard plastics and in general, it doesn't feel premium at all. I confirm that the car is a beat noisy and that that the doors feel a bit too light. Rear seats are just ok for two kids and their baby seats (but they don't need yet a lot of leg room yet). The trunk however is amazing and its shape and double bottom is very clever. I use this car regularly as a family car, and when I go on long trips I can fit everything I need and more. I also need to talk about the amazing adaptive cruise control. It works like a charm and in general the car feels very safe and well balanced during long trips, even at high speeds. On the highway the cars drives almost by itself, and I never had an issue with its software. However, the steering wheel feels a bit too light at high speeds and I always fear to move it too much when overtaking a big truck on narrow lanes. If you plan to use it off road, remember that this is no more a grand vitara: it doesn't come with reduced gears so it's not a real offroader and can be difficult to drive on high slopes (expecially if you need to start uphill). Overall it is an excellent, sturdy and reliable middle sized family car, that could be more comfortable and refined, but that does its job flawlessy without attracting attention.
I think this is a fair review. I'm amazed, however, that s/he that wrote it considers the What Car? review to be a "great review" when it's so much at odds with his/hers.
@@iaincarmichael4057 I still think the What Car? review is a good one, because it confirms my overall and long term experience with this car: a very good, reliable and sturdy family car with no fuss and great value for money.
@@neffscape6353 I think that what you are saying accurately describes this car and its merits but my point is that that is a very long way from what Mr Revolt says in his review.
Informative review 🙂
so good car testers neat and correct explanations
Why is the Kamiq (and also maybe the Stonic, Kona and Bayon) considered as an SUV when you are sitting no higher than a normal Hatchback?
Because noodles like him say so. Don't forget these reviewers are really expert and know their stuff lol!
Exactly!
Yeah don’t forget Mazda cx30 too
bought a 3 year old Vitara Z4 for half the price! Its a nice affordable drive. Really nice. Would I pay 20k for a new one. The interior definitely not worth it.
I love panoramic sunroof on mu suzuki vitara!! allgrip,panoramic sunroof and hybrid tec are the best features of this car!
Comparing apples and oranges...
You're talking about rivals of the Vitara? Okay, bring'em all in the mud and on the snow and off the road! You'll see what the Suzuki AllGrip system is about. That is the key point in this car segment making the Vitara outstanding and worth the money. And it's the difference to all these hip wannabe SUV living rooms for Sunday afternoons in downtown city you were talking about.
Dear salesman, let's have a drive in the hills in strong winter and talk about interior material and infotainment. :)
Couldn't agree more. Very few car journalists understand the Vitara.
As a motability customer I’m thinking of the allgrip vitara. Ok it may not be of the quality of its rivals but that doesn’t put me off & consumption isn’t a problem as I don’t do that many miles & 4 wheel drive may come in handy on Salisbury plain were I walk my dog. I like it.👍
I have one and it is very good. Fuel consumption on my 2 wheel drive version is in the high 40's on a motorway. At a steady 50 mph I can get high 50's mpg. Great car and very good engine.
You won’t be disappointed by the fuel economy of the AllGrip. I can easily do 45 mpg on a high speed motorway run and 40 mpg around town in warmer weather. It’s just starting to dip to 37 mpg around town which I think is very good, especially for an automatic.
and it doesn't have the torque steer of the FWD version. I've always thought torque steer makes a car feel a bit underdone
I hate this trend of "oohhh luuuk at this cheap plastic nu soft tuuuuch ouuhhh"
Maybe you firts check well what type of car are you reviewing? Is it a affordable car which aims at high mpg and reliability? And some off-road? Do u think that when I go with a car in my countryside I will be concerned with "soft touch material on the door handle?"
Like are you sure that your viewers first concern is plastic Vs soft materials and we are checking the videos to find out if the car has plastic or soft material?
Fed up with this standard idiotic reviews like all off you were trained in some stupid "review making university"
Love Doug reviews right to the point very informative
These sites criticise Suzuki's about stupid things, I'm on my 3rd Vitara, my latest the 2023 1.5 automatic full hybrid and getting just under 50mpg, don't always listen to these reviews and they always forget to tell you how high up on the reliability scale Suzukis are.
MPG is what ? Or did I miss this ?
Reviewer copy cats all other “professional reviews” all contradict owners opinions on what matters. I have recently test driven one of these exact models. I cant wait to buy one
Even today's bmw's the doors are quite light and flimsy (thinking f40) compared to older models where they were heavy. Everything is losing quality and strenght and weight because of environmental constraints.
So does the 4x4 Vitara have selectable 4 wheel drive, and thus run normally in 2 wheel drive? If so, surely the fuel consumption will be virtually the same (apart from the reduction due to weight increase) unless you select 4 wheel drive? Seems like plenty of car for the money if so.
It weighs about 100kgs more
Yes, it has selectable 4 wheel drive and also a Hill Descent mode. In standard Auto (on the mode selector dial) it 4WD will kick in when required. Sport mode also enables 4WD but without diff lock and Snow mode with Lock pressed makes it virtually unstoppable.
@@gadgeteer3459 thanks for that. Sounds just the job 👍
I have the Allgrip hybrid manual and I get an average of 44.8mpg on a mixed run.
I have IT and I love it
Again bs about cheap plastics. Who the F is touching a dashboard every day? Suzuki's are for work not being fancy. I am 1.90 m and have a Vitara with sunroof and no problems at all with sitting up front.
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Most of these reviews are BS anyway. It's best to see the car yourself in real life and maybe take it for a test drive and decide from there.
but you can't have your head out of the sunroof driving in winter time
@@stevecrocker6904 That will give you a cold nose i guess.
I've looked at a few of those, but is it really THAT noisy on the highway? Anyone who owns one that can say something about it? :)
indicatores still at wrong side of headlights
the light and tinny doors helps keeps it 1200kgs
go with manual gear, you won't have issues with that noise.
If you tried to pull up the back seat, you will notice a cheaper material - styrofoam.
What is the range on electric only?
0km/miles. It's a micro-hybrid, not a plug-in. The motor always runs on gas, but the additional electric motor gives a little push up to smoothen accelerations.
It's got a proper handbrake!
And that's actually really nice if you venture off road. Or need to turn around in a hurry. Ahem.
Added simplicity and practicality - excellent, and becoming rare.
What about the Ssangyong Tivoli which undercuts the price and gets loads of tech to also it did come in 4x4 model but was never considered by motor Journalists even though the quality of interior and drive is better than this ?
I considered a Tivoli, but bought the Vitara as the engine is awesome and the car overall is a better drive than the Tivoli. Suzuki proven reliability is another factor.
This or Dacia Duster or SsangYong Tivoli?
Why is the Grand Vitara and others not available in Europe, such as in India? The Suzuki's there have much nicer interiors.
Does it have sat nav
2 higher models do.
In india , which one is next ?
When these models will be in resale in foreign countries then it will launch in India
2:07 soft touch materials have nothing to do with quality. They're purely an aesthetic/cosmetic choice. The Vitara does feel cheap, but it is very good value if you shop around when buying.
The Vitara feels light because it is. It's designed to be light but sturdy and the stats are that it's a very dependable car. Which you can really feel if you throw one around - it's quite agile for what it is and surprisingly adroit off road, unlike most cars in its class - especially at the price.
Lightness doesn’t mean not strong it has excellent crash protection ratings. Also when hard plastics are found in a VW the reviewer would say they were hard wearing! I had an SZ5 and it was great, no issues, but my new MK7 Golf had plenty.
The main competitor here is Dacia Duster which is cheaper, has a better road clearance and more capable off road. Also very reliable
But no one use these cars for off road...
Duster is not better off-road, I've watched plenty of videos comparing the two and the Suzuki usually wins. Its AllGrip system is more intelligent than the Duster.
I used to think the Duster was more capable off road, but after watching real world reviews against the Vitara, it is not. Heck I even saw a 2004 RAV4 4wd beat a 2021 Duster in off-road snow hill climbs. Really surprised me. The main thing the Duster has is ground clearance and price.
4 Cylinder, turbo, mild hybrid! VW and other manufactures do you listen????...if safety Euro NCAP is a bit better it would be best package on the market....
Lovely Jubbly video, but stop comparing it to mainly VW Group cars, what about Mazda, Vauxhall and Peugeot to name a few others.
Wonderful suv
The Ford and Nissan can’t be put in the same class. The Skoda is the only comparable car, the VW is to expensive for comparison. Having owned 3 Suzuki’s, I have to say the cars are very easy to live with, reliable, economical (particularly in my current Swift). Also the service from the dealer has always been very good, far better than Ford provide. I have to say that Skoda were also strong on customer service when I had one.
Come on Suzuki just make the electric Jimny already.
No, it is not a hybrid. More of a gimmick of one. The price hike of the last two years is more than real, though. For what is virtually the same car.
yup, but in many countries, like Switzerland, even mild hybrid will cut your vehicle tax by 50%
India launch 🇮🇳 ?
Already spied so much in India !
When did Chris Martin start doing car reviews?
Currently have one as a courtesy car - it’s the entry trim - it’s horrid! The interior quality is about 15 years off the pace - it feels flimsy throughout. The only good point is the boosterjet engine - it’s incredibly perky! It’s by far the best small engine I’ve experience for year - would be fantastic in a supermini - Would I want one? even in a better spec? Absolutely not - it’s long past it’s sell by date.
They do make the Switft Sport with the same 1.4 Boosterjet engine.
Skoda Kamiq a better car than Vitara?!? Very funny!
One is basically a hatchback and the other is basically a jeep
Great car, no need for replacement, maybe facelift
the interior is terrible when compared to the Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur and Škoda Kamiq
@@kristians2704 that ways is double cheaper then the suvs you mentioned
@@kristians2704 Vitara is faster. 8.1 sec to 100 - it's the fastes suv!
Isn't a Dacia Duster a SUV? Isn't a Duster cheaper?
And better than many so called suvs. (Hatchbacks)
@@Sevan59 Indeed.I'll be receiving my LPG/Petrol bi-fuel Duster in October. I'll have a better idea of it's pros and cons but it seems a very worthwhile package....
The Dacia is a very good SUV and Amazing value, but the Suzuki is a better drive.
@@bondjamesbond9041 Thanks. Just received my Bi-fuel Duster Prestige+ two days ago. Very happy thus far. Surprisingly quiet and comfortable to drive (I traded in a 2004 Vectra). Just working on how to keep LPG consumption down to a minimum!
@@maxkolbe8893
Well done Max Kolbe. I think the Duster is amazing value for money. I hope that you enjoy the car and have many trouble free miles. Take care.
Fine
Disapointment... the old models was great and I remamber the sound isolation was good. the inerior feel old and outdated in 2023
So a 6'5" bloke who does not like "cheap" plastics should not buy one? Get one thing straight, these things like the other small 4x4 SUV's ie ASX and Duster offer value for money family transport to thousands of people in rural areas who have no need for a Chelsea tractor or a truck. They are reliable, economical and have a proven track record. Put decent tyres on and these things will do a fine job of tackling rough tracks and snow in Winter. Suzuki have a good reputation backed by decades of selling reliable small SUV's. As for the reviewer? Will stop there.....
I have a Suzuki and I completely agree with you. Michelin Cross Climate tyres reduce noise and are excellent in snow etc. Ultra reliable and the 1.4 engine is a peach, rarely needs to rev higher than 2,000 - amazing ...
@@jonbennett5291 glad you like it. Had one of the older models and loved it. Now an ASX 4x4 and feel the same. When you can't justify a large 4x4 this class of car is ideal. Best wishes.
This not a Hybrid review! ?
Long in in India
SUV without 4wd is just a taller car for bad drivers to use in cities without destroying rims and bumpers.
no, you can still destroy rims - and with great aplomb. Shopping carts do the rest
It's short yet tall with a short wheelbase (tighter turns) which is super nice around town. You can get into small parking spots but still seat tall people in the back and have plenty of luggage space left. It's light and has wide tires and muddy or snowy forest paths are no problem with the 2WD on this car. My 2015 Vitara goes anywhere and you can even threshold brake without it cutting the gas.
You really don't like Suzuki. All reviews of Suzuki's that you did are very negative. Read comments of videos and you will see that people love them, while you just whine.
I found exactly what you said. This guy is way, way off the target compared to other reviewers.
Had another misfortune of having one as a courtesy car again - a year later. This car is absolutely dreadful to be on sale in 2024! it's beyond laughable in terms of interior design, fit and quality. It's truly like a 1990's vehicle. Every panel feels flimsy, the doors feel so light they may float away. I find it baffling a Japanese car maker could be making something like this in 2024 - Dacia, MG, Ssangyong (KGM) feel light years ahead! light years!!!!
Solid car I'm sure, but outside is just ok and hate the interior - they all cheap out on things but this one also looked dated even back in 2016. Just not my aesthetic style of vehicle at all.
Nice chest hair there...
Oh no. Vitara ok. But forgettable in the market. An EV hybrid version. Doesn’t sound quite right.
Reminds me of a Dacia. Not worth the extra money.
u should educate yourself. read the comments above by owners. Dacias are junk compared to the Vitara.
The moment they made the Ignis a mild hybrid instead of a proper one and tried charging more than a hybrid jazz was the moment I knew Suzuki were trying to take us for fools.
Every dealer near me was also trying to sell a bottom range 1.0L vitals for over 22k.
Suzuki are clearly deluded when designing and building their cars. There’s cheapness everywhere you look
I think the Vitara has got uglier as time has gone on. Looks more and more like a Swift. The First-gen was the best IMHO, especially the soft top JLX.
this opinion is more off a complain that "suzuki doesnt pays for reviews".Not so honest...
Too small and too low. Do not like this model. Looks like a sedan
We're asian and we won't copy Dacia, We're asian and we won't copy Dacia, We're asian and we won't copy Dacia, we're copying the Dacia because is the cheapest car in Europe.
The Vital has lost its looks, very dull. Looks and feels cheap option, no thanks.
its uglier then Dacia Duster
Than
For the price the interior isn’t on par
When you own one (like me) the interior is not that bad and is very hard wearing nothing has fallen off. The engine is awesome and the Vitara is a very reliable and comfortable SUV.
Looks cheap
It’s a very old car which needs replacing
The boosterjet engine is better than any engine fitted to rival SUV's Reliability is excellent too. I own one and would never swap for another brand.