Suzuki Vitara 1988-

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Price is over-inflated.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Petrol is enormously expensive - this jeep guzzles fuel! The rear door handle is really flimsy and had to be replaced as it cracked. The hand brake ratched also went. Parts were expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The upright, high driving position gives great visibility.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Very poor, especially from a stand-still. Overtaking also very laborious - there's no zip to this car.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    In two years it has never given a moment's trouble.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Despite the fading bodywork, it's aging well.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not built for travelling long distances - seats are quite hard and there's very little legroom in the back.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No central locking - consequently I have locked myself out several times.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Has never given a moment's trouble.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No