2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Touring 2WD AT
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- Photo: Suzukik XL7 front 20070520 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2.7L V6 4WD, front right, 07-28-2024 by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001-2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 (JA) wagon (2009-11-17) by OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Suzukik XL7 side 20070520 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2.7L V6 4WD, rear right, 07-28-2024 by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Touring 2WD AT is a 185-hp 2.7-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $23,799 MSRP.
It makes 185 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 184 lb-ft of torque at 3300 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 18 mpg highway.
The Grand Vitara XL-7 measures 183.7 inches long on a 110.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,626 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,799 ($43,674 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.7-liter, DOHC 24-valve, V6 (Suzuki H27A) |
| Displacement | 2.7 L |
| Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 3300 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 16 in. |
| Tires Front | P235/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P235/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 67.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,626 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Touring 2WD AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Suzuki GRAND VITARA XL-7. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 30, 2004 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES CELSIUS, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. AS A RESULT, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MAY INCREASE AT THE TIME OF ENGINE START UP, CAUSING FUEL LOSS AT THE FUEL PIPE/FUEL HOSE CONNECTION.
Consequence: FUEL LOSS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, THE FUEL DELIVER HOSE AND REPLACE THE HOSE CLAMP WITH AN IMPROVED CLAMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
NHTSA campaign 04V427000
54 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Suzuki GRAND VITARA
Owner Complaints
54 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Suzuki GRAND VITARA (9 mention a crash, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Tires | 5 |
| Hydraulic | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.