2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Limited 4WD 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 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Limited 4WD AT is a 185-hp 2.7-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $25,339 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 3,693 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,339 ($44,756 *) |
| 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 | Four 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 | 183.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 68 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,693 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Limited 4WD AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 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
Dec 2, 2003 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE IGNITION SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS IS ROUTED UNDER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE HARNESS CAN RUB AGAINST THE MANIFOLD DURING VEHICLE OPERATION AND ABRASION DAMAGE TO THE HARNESS CAN OCCUR.
Consequence: DAMAGE TO THE WIRING HARNESS CAN CAUSE A SHORT IN THE IGNITION CIRCUIT, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE IGNITION FUSE TO BLOW AND THE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING. THIS CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR ANY WIRING HARNESS DAMAGE AND WILL ADD ADDITIONAL INSULATION AND A PROTECTOR PLATE TO PREVENT THE WIRING HARNESS FROM BECOMING DAMAGED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 16, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
NHTSA campaign 03V495000
Jun 16, 2003 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
CERTAIN PASSENGER (111 MY 2002 ESTEEM, 777 MY 2002 AERIO, 2,368 MY 2003 AERIO) AND SPORT UTILITY (324 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA, 274 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA, 684 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA XL-7, AND 781 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA XL-7) VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING." THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED TO THE VEHICLE BODY DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ADHESION BETWEEN THE PAINT APPLIED DURING THE SECOND-STAGE PAINTING PROCESS AND THE PAINT APPLIED DURING FINAL-STAGE PAINTING.
Consequence: IF THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED, IT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE EJECTION OF UNBELTED OCCUPANTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES. VEHICLES THAT ARE FOUND TO HAVE INSUFFICIENT PAINT ADHESION WILL EITHER HAVE THE PROBLEM REMEDIED BY REPAINTING, OR WILL BE REPLACED, OR REPURCHASED AND DESTROYED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
NHTSA campaign 03V223000
37 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Suzuki GRAND VITARA XL-7
Owner Complaints
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Suzuki GRAND VITARA XL-7 (7 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Hydraulic | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
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 2003 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA XL-7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.