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2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Limited 4WD AT

The 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Limited 4WD AT is a 185-hp 2.7-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $26,519 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 183.6 inches long on a 110.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,748 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$26,519 ($47,908 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.7-liter, DOHC 24-valve, V6 (Suzuki H27A)
Displacement2.7 L
Horsepower185 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque184 lb-ft @ 3300 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFour Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway18 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVented Disc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 in.
Wheels Rear16 in.
Tires FrontP235/60R16
Tires RearP235/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.6 in
Width70.1 in
Height68 in
Wheelbase110.2 in
Curb Weight3,748 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7).

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2002 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

67 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Suzuki GRAND VITARA XL-7

Owner Complaints

67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Suzuki GRAND VITARA XL-7 (8 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling12
Vehicle Speed Control12
Tires9
Power Train7
Electrical System6
Fuel System6
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 29, 2020 · Unknown Or Other
“THE VEHICLE 28610-54G10-000 SUZUKI SOLENOID,SHIFT LOCK IS BAD. CAN NOT FIND PART. IF THEIR ARE RECALLS ON THIS VEHICLE I WOULD LIKE THEM FIXED IF POSSIBLE PLEASE. VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AND…”
Oct 29, 2018 · Electrical System, Electronic Stability Control (Esc), Engine
“WHEN I PUSH ON GAS IT DOESN'T EXCELLERATE. MAKE A GRINDING NOISE ON LOWER DRIVERS SIDE OF ENGINE. I SMELL SOMETHING BURNING.”
Nov 8, 2016 · Engine
“KEEP HAVING A OIL LEAK FROM THE VALUE COVER GASKET. I HAVE HAD IT FIX BEFORE AND NOW IT IS LEAKING AGAIN ON MY MOTOR AND IS SMOKING WHILE DRIVING IT. THE PLACE SAYS THEY ONLY GIVE ME A 1 YR WARRANTY…”
Feb 1, 2015 · Suspension
“I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD FROM WORK AND I WAS ONLY GOING 40MPH AND MY CAR ALL OF SUDDEN STARTED SHAKING AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS OUT OF CONTROL AND FINALLY GOT CONTROL OF IT AND SLOWED DOWN AND…”
Oct 17, 2014 · Steering
“THIS 2002 SUZUKI XL7 LIMITED STARTED TO HAVE TOUCHY STEERING AT 55 MPH AND UP. IT IS SO SENSITIVE THAT IT CAN EVEN CHANGE LANES. WHEN THE STEERING ACTS UP THE WHOLE VEHICLE VIBRATES. I HAD NEW TIRES…”

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 2002 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA XL-7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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