Suzuki Vitara 2015: owner reviews and photos

The Suzuki Vitara 2015 (reviewed and pictured below in the article) is more compact than its predecessor, and is closer in size to the Nissan Juke and Renault Captur than to the full-size SUV. Unlike its closest rivals, however, the model is also available in all-wheel drive, reinforcing its blunt exterior.

The offer is limited to a 1.6-liter petrol and the same amount of diesel engines, while the first is cheaper - it comes with a five-speed manual transmission, while the diesel is sold at six speeds. The machine is only available for the first option.

Free space

For those who avoid the panoramic roof, Suzuki Vitara provides enough space to accommodate a pair of tall, adult passengers on the rear seats, who will not feel constrained. But, like most cars of this type, there is a slight rise in the center of the floor, with which the seated will have to put up.

The luggage compartment is slightly larger than the Nissan Juke. And although the storage space is smaller than the Renault Captur, it still has no problems with the baby stroller. The level of the trunk floor is adjustable, which allows you to raise it and create a completely flat surface with the rear seats folded.

The number of storage spaces in the passenger cabin Suzuki Vitara 2015 reviews of owners are called sufficient - a large glove box is complemented by a set of comfortable cup holders and trays.

Power point

Engine Suzuki Vitara 2015 reviews are called neither particularly quiet nor very noisy, and the sounds they make are not particularly unpleasant. On the highway, the diesel behaves more smoothly and quietly, although a significant noise level from the wind and road surface indicates that there is still work to be done.

According to the owners, the ride is stable, but highly controlled, as the vehicle should have such a height, so the perceptible roughness on the road will seldom knock the car out of the rut.

A large number of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel Suzuki Vitara 2015 user reviews are called very convenient - problems with the installation of comfort position they will not arise.

Dashboard

Unlike the larger model Suzuki S-Cross, the Vitara does not have any physical buttons. Instead, all controls are integrated into the central touch screen, right down to the volume control. At the same time, the system is sufficiently responsive. The font used, however, is a little too small, which makes it difficult to quickly read the inscriptions, which makes even the elementary problems more difficult than they should be.

The management of interior heating is more traditional, which, according to the owners, is even better, although it is too low on the dashboard.

Salon

The interior of Suzuki Vitara 2015 reviews are called durable, but the materials used in it, particularly plastics, are terribly tough and rough, and appliances such as analog watches look extremely cheap.

The driver's position is not very high by the standards of 4x4 SUVs, but it still provides a good view from the front. And although there are a few blind spots behind, they are not as bad as many other machines of this type.

Suzuki Vitara 2015: reviews and handling characteristics

The ease of steering and precise gear changes make driving in the city easier, although the car seems too wide for parking. In addition, the high sensitivity of the rudder means that for the Suzuki Vitara to operate on motorways, the driver will have to adjust the direction of its movement too often. Overtaking is much easier to do in a modification with a diesel engine due to a larger average torque. However, even a gasoline version has enough power to not brake the total flow, if the driver is ready to switch one or two steps down in a hilly terrain.

All-wheel drive is available only in the more expensive Suzuki Vitara 2015 models.

Reviews from Europe indicate that a fairly rigid suspension of the car does not allow him to tilt too much or swing at corners, which provides excellent control over the vehicle.

The steering initially responds quickly, and then it becomes a bit blurry. But the grip of the wheels with the road is sufficient, even for the front-wheel drive version.

Although the petrol version lacks the power of the diesel, this option is much better suited to "Vitarea" than the heavier S-Cross and, unusual for this type of car, the model comes to life when it is skillfully managed. The turbocharged engine, mounted on the S model, gives real joy, showing vigor and energy.

In 2014, Suzuki received mediocre ratings in the customer satisfaction survey, ranking 23rd in the list of 26 manufacturers, although it should be noted that only one modification, Swift, was included at that time.

Like the Nissan Juke, the Vitara is covered by a three-year 100,000-kilometer warranty, but it does not last until four years of Renault Capture.

Fuel economy

The diesel Vitara showed a fuel consumption of 4 liters per 100 kilometers in European tests, compared to the 3.8 liter Renault Capture, but this parameter is in line with the specifications of most other models in this class. However, in reality we should expect a more realistic 5.1 liters.

Gasoline modification claims about 5.3 liters in EU tests and a respectable 6.6 liters according to user reviews. When choosing an automatic transmission, you should expect an increase in consumption of 0.5-0.6 liters per 100 km.

Unlike the competitors of Nissan Juke and Renault Capture, Suzuki Vitara can not offer CO ₂ emissions _of less than 100 g / km, so car taxes are not so low, although insurance costs are comparable.

It's a little strange that, in addition to the basic model, the Vitara costs almost as much as the slightly larger S-Cross modification, while both vehicles are equipped with the same engines. This makes the second modification clearly more profitable acquisition.

And if there is a desire to spend on a diesel all-wheel drive version, then it's worth to wait and take a look at the "Yeti Skoda" or "Nissan Kashkai".

Security Systems

As standard, Vitara is supplied with seven airbags, including for the protection of the driver's knees, which provides it with a maximum of five stars in the harder crash test of 2015 Euro NCA.

The Suzuki Vitara 2015 car is given preference by owners, in comparison with the Renault Captur and Fiat 500X, in terms of driver protection, adult passenger and passenger-child. The model demonstrates good results thanks to advanced security systems. They include active cruise control and support for radar braking with top modifications of the SZ5, so that the brakes are activated automatically if the system finds that a collision is inevitable.

Suzuki Vitara 2015: reviews and reviews of modifications

The Vitara line consists of three levels of specifications, starting with SZ4, which includes 16-inch alloy wheels, DAB radio, air conditioning, electrified power windows and cruise control.

According to users, upgrading to the SZ-T version justifies itself, if only because it includes 17-inch alloy wheels, satellite navigation, the ability to connect a smartphone and a rear-view camera.

Top-of-the-range SZ5 cars receive automatic emergency braking, panoramic roof, front and rear parking sensors, LED lights and windshield wipers with rain sensors.

Meanwhile, the sports S-model is equipped with chic accessories for the hull and trimmed with alcantara with a red stitch. True, this privilege will require substantial additional payment.

In addition to this, a pair of styling packages are offered, which will allow you to update the look of Vitara.

Verdict

If the future owner can coexist with cheap plastic, then Suzuki Vitara will become for him a functional car, with a good level of standard equipment and a thrifty engine. Versions with high specifications, which are almost like the "Skoda Yeti" and "Nissan Kashkay", such as the SZ5 and Suzuki Grand Vitara 2015, user reviews recommend to avoid.