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 MG ZST Comparison
Suzuki Vitara
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MG ZST
2024 Suzuki
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2024 MG
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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 MG ZST ESSENCE
Best suitable for...
City driving
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
47L
273 to 291 km
45L - 48L
311 to 350 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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7 year
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MSRP
$29,990 - $40,990
$24,490 - $31,490
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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
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Punchy turbo engine
- Generous equipment list
- Cheap to service, cheap to buy
Misses
- Active driver assists need refining
- Slightly sweaty seats
- No ANCAP rating for this model
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)
- Metallic Paint (+$500)
Colours Available
The MG ZST is available in five colours:
- Brighton Blue (metallic)
- Diamond Red (metallic)
- Sloane Silver (metallic)
- York White
- Pebble Black
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1373 - 1586 | 1349 - 1498 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.4L, 1.6L | 1.3L, 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | TURBO 3, INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 12 - 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 86kW - 103kW | 84kW - 115kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 6000 | 5200 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 156Nm - 220Nm | 150Nm - 230Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 4400 | 1800 - 4500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10 - 11 | - | |
