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2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 EX III 2WD AT

The 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 EX III 2WD AT is a 185-hp 2.7-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic. It starts at $26,394 MSRP.

It makes 185 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 184 lb-ft of torque at 3300 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway.

The Grand Vitara XL-7 measures 187.4 inches long on a 110.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,605 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$26,394 ($45,411 *)
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 TypeRear Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway21 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
Length187.4 in
Width70.1 in
Height68 in
Wheelbase110.2 in
Curb Weight3,605 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7).

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2004 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

62 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Suzuki GRAND VITARA XL-7

Owner Complaints

62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Suzuki GRAND VITARA XL-7 (7 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags39
Electrical System8
Service Brakes8
Hydraulic6
Vehicle Speed Control6
Power Train3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 24, 2021 · Exterior Lighting
“INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PANEL HAS EMBEDDED LED LIGHTS, NO REPLACEABLE BULBS...FORCES ENTIRE CLUSTER REPLACEMENT FROM UNSALVAGEABLE OR USED/SALVAGED VEHICLES WITH NO GUARANTEE OF TRUE INTERNAL CONDITION…”
Aug 12, 2017 · Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes
“BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE FROM ORIGINAL OWNER. AFTER NOTICING SOME ISSUES & LOOKING BACK OVER CARFAX, REPAIR REPORT, & RECALLS ONLINE, I CALLED SUZUKI. GAVE THE VIN# AND WAS TOLD A RECALL WAS DONE IN 2004…”
Mar 23, 2017 · Vehicle Speed Control
“RECALL 03V51200 AFFECTED PART OF THE 2004 XL7 BUT NOT THOSE PRODUCED AFTER 6/13/2003. THE LATTER VEHICLES HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE ACCELERATER CABLE STICKING. ON MARCH 18, 2017 MY WIFE'S CABLE…”
Apr 5, 2016 · Air Bags
“ONE DAY, I STARTED MY CAR, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE CLOCK/TEMP WAS FLASHING, IT HASN'T GONE AWAY. I AM UNABLE TO FIX THE CLOCK, AND WHEN I WENT TO THE MECHANIC TO FIX THE AIRBAG PROBLEM, HE…”
Sep 23, 2014 · Air Bags
“ABOVE AREA WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO ENTER THE REST OF THE VIN. # ----X92V044100900? MAKE AND MODEL WAS NOT AVAILABLE ON THIS CHART? I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FROM SAID-BUSINESS OWNER OF B & R AUTO BODY…”

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 2004 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA XL-7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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