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 Volkswagen T-Roc Comparison
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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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Based on the Suzuki Vitara TURBO ALLGRIP
Based on the Volkswagen T-Roc 140TSI R-LINE (RESTRICTED FTR)
Best suitable for...
City driving
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
47L
273 to 291 km
50L - 55L
315 to 457 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$29,990 - $40,990
$36,890 - $63,490
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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 140kW engine
- Blend of style and substance inside
- Solid value alongside Golf R-Line
Misses
- Back seat is good, not great
- $8000 is a big jump over base Style
- Noisy on the open road
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)
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Colours Available
The following colours come at no extra cost:
- Ascot Grey (CityLife)
- Pure White
The following colours cost $700:
- Deep Black Pearl
- Indium Grey
- Petroleum Blue (CityLife, Style)
- Ravenna Blue (Style)
- Pyrite Silver (Style, R-Line, R )
The following colours cost $900:
- Kings Red (Style, R-Line)
- Lapiz Blue (R-Line)
All paint options for the 2024 T-Roc R come at no extra cost.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1373 - 1586 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.4L, 1.6L | 1.4L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 86kW - 103kW | 110kW - 221kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 6000 | 4200 - 5300 | |
| Torque | ||
| 156Nm - 220Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 4400 | 1450 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10 - 11 | 10.5 - 11.7 | |
