2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara EX 4WD MT
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- Photo: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 16V Sport Automatic 1.6 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara TD facelift 2.0 by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara GV1600 3-dr Estate (UK), front left side by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara GV1600 3-dr Estate (UK), rear left side by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4WD, rear left, 03-24-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara EX 4WD MT is a 155-hp 2.5-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual. It starts at $23,194 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 155 horsepower and 160 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Grand Vitara measures 161.4 inches long on a 97.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,230 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,194 ($38,597 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5-liter, DOHC 24-valve, V6 (Suzuki H25A) |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 155 hp |
| Torque | 160 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Four Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 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 | 161.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 67.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,230 lbs |
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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 2005 Suzuki GRAND VITARA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 5, 2005 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 16-INCH WHEELS, THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS MAY BREAK UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS. THE BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR IN CONDITIONS WHERE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS ON EXTREMELY STEEP PAVED DOWN-SLOPES WHILE CONTINUOUSLY APPLYING THE BRAKES.
Consequence: THE FRONT BRAKES MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE VEHICLE MAY PULL TO ONE SIDE. THIS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2005. THESE VEHICLES ARE LOCATED ON ST. THOMAS ISLAND (VIRGIN ISLANDS). OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI DEL CARIBE AT 787-622-0600.
NHTSA campaign 05V452000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki GRAND VITARA
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki GRAND VITARA. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
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 2005 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.