1998 Suzuki Vitara JLX SPORT review from UK and Ireland
"Brilliant little 4x4. Buy one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front end smash (this is because the brakes are really crap in the rain).
Fan Belt went squeaky at 71,000 miles.
Passenger side window came loose at 75,000 miles.
The knobs for the heater and fan speed have fallen off many times.
The plastic around the inner door lock (the thing that pops up) has gone missing.
General comments?
I am really shocked at the amount of people who say the Suzuki Vitara has an uncomfortable and an unsettled ride.
This is far from the truth. We have had our suzi for about three years now.
We find the car a very comfortable 4x4.
Brilliant for snow too.
Fuel Consumption is brilliant.
My advice, BUY ONE.
This is a lovely 4x4 although it's a bit small.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 80000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 5th March, 2005 |