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James Wong
2026 Suzuki Vitara Hybrid review: Quick drive
The Suzuki Vitara 'Hybrid' is rather mild in most aspects, and is simply outclassed by newer, fresher rivals for similar or less cash.
1 Month Ago
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Suzuki Vitara
Comparing 2 of 3 vehicles
Overview
Variant
ES
Variant
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Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.5 L
Engine size
1.6 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.3 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.8 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 250Nm
Power and torque
86kW / 156Nm
863km
810km
Warranty
10 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Entertainment Display Screen
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Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.00
Front Touch Screen: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 140
CO2 Level (Combined): 165
CO2 Level (Urban): 208
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 136
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 75.0
Engine (cc): 1499
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 4b40
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 84.8
Engine
Bore Engine: 78.0
Engine (cc): 1586
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: M16a
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 83.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
WLTP Emissions
ICE (Combined): 165.0
ICE Testing Type: ICE
WLTP Emissions
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.6
Main Capacity (L): 63
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.9
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity (L): 47
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.3
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 9.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 863
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 536
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 32
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 810
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 503
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 55
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 46
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 14.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 33
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 195
Maximum Speed (mph): 121
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 117
Maximum Power (kW): 86
Maximum Torque (Nm): 156
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.3
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.8
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: F1cjc
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 18.2
Departure Angle: 27.9
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 18.2
Departure Angle: 28.2
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 40.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1149
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 405
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 25.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 710
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 375
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Front Track (in): 60.8
Front Track (mm): 1545
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 175
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Overall Height (in): 66.3
Overall Height (mm): 1685
Overall Length (in): 178.9
Overall Length (mm): 4545
Overall Width (in): 71.1
Overall Width (mm): 1805
Rear Track (in): 60.8
Rear Track (mm): 1545
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 60.4
Front Track (mm): 1535
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 185
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 63.4
Overall Height (mm): 1610
Overall Length (in): 164.4
Overall Length (mm): 4175
Overall Width (in): 69.9
Overall Width (mm): 1775
Rear Track (in): 59.3
Rear Track (mm): 1505
Wheelbase (in): 98.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2500
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1003
Rear Headroom (in): 37.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 945
Front Hip Room (in): 53.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1346
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1321
Front Leg Room (in): 40.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 1039
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.8
Rear Leg Room (mm): 959
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1428
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1398
Internal Dimensions
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Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: GK
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: SX
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Headlight Control
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Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
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Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1472
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3245
Tare Weight (kg): 1432
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 160
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1730
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3814
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1075
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 2370
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1075
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2370
Tare Weight (kg): 1047
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Painted Body Colour
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 97.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 78.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20171128
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 80.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2017
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 58.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Litre Petrol
Crash Test Results
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Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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