Suzuki Grand Vitara (2005 - 2014) 2.0 16v 5d Auto (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Slightly different
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Impressed at the level of equipment and refinement of the car.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Absolutely, owned several Suzuki cars and motorcycles, take the pain of motring.
What are you likely to buy next?
Will be adding a Suzuki Swift Sport to the garage
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£18,000
When did you buy the car?
April 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
While waiting on delivery I was supplied free of charge the same model demonstrator for 6 weeks.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Purchased the 2.7 V6 with 188 BHP, simply no other compact SUV with the combination of on-road comfort and off road performance in this price range.
What was the dealer like?
Superb
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Excellent, controlled firm and predictable handling, very little roll but the usual care needed given the high centre of gravity.
What's it like to park?
Rear visibility could be better, but I have parking sensors fitted which improves safety.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Absolutely nothing, everything screwed together no rattles or squeeks. Sat Nav/Entertainment system with hard drive so all MP3 or CDs stored for future use.
What's most practical about your car?
Extremely practical as a commuter and country car that has genuine off-road ability unlike some other pseudo 4 x 4s.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The whole ambience of full leather interior, entertainment system and a very smooth V6 up front.
