7.3
2023 Suzuki Vitara Turbo review
The Suzuki Vitara is getting on a bit in 2023, so how does it fare against fresher competition? We test the Turbo AllGrip version to find out.
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James Wong
Suzuki Vitara vs Mercedes-Benz EQB Comparison
Suzuki Vitara
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Mercedes-Benz EQB
2024 Suzuki
Vitara
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
EQB
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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7.3
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Based on the Suzuki Vitara TURBO ALLGRIP
Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
City driving
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
47L
273 to 291 km
NA
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$29,990 - $40,990
$87,734 - $106,155
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Turbo performance, keen dynamics
- Fun colour options
- Decent boot given its compact dimensions
Misses
- Turbo AllGrip is too expensive
- Budget interior feel, sub-par infotainment
- Sorely lacking in assistance tech at this price point
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Added punch, grip of dual-motor drivetrain...
- ... while remaining comfortable and refined
- Retains the GLB's spacious cabin
Misses
- No seven-seat option in this spec
- Real-world driving range isn't enough
- Very pricey, off the pace in several metrics
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Two-tone Paint (+$1,340)
- AMG Leather - Black (+$1,700)
- Interior Wood Trim (+$600)
- Interior Wood Trim - Alternate Pricing (+$300)
- Magno Paint (+$3,300)
- Mercedes-Benz Wallbox Gen 1.5 - Type 2 AC (+$1,709)
Colours Available
Polar White and Night Black are the standard exterior colours, with the following optional:
- Denim Blue metallic
- Rosé Gold metallic
- Digital White metallic
- Iridium Silver metallic
- Mountain Grey metallic
- Cosmos Black metallic
- Manufaktur Mountain Grey Magno
The EQB 250 and EQB 350 comes standard with black interiors, though a Macchiato Beige/black interior is optional on the EQB 250, while Edition 1 models come with a Neva Grey and Cyber Cut blue interior.
Spiral-look interior trim elements are standard, with open-pore wood tri moptional
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1373 - 1586 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.4L, 1.6L | 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 86kW - 103kW | 140kW - 215kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 6000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 156Nm - 220Nm | 385Nm - 520Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 4400 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10 - 11 | - | |
