Suzuki Grand Vitara.. opinions

HOBO123

Hi all,
Thinking of purchasing a 2008 suzuki grand vitara anyone out there own one or know anyone that does? I am looking at the 4WD version. I would just like to see what other people think of them. I will be doing occassional towing with it but not much - maybe once or twice a month.

satnavadays

I can't comment on the the 2008 model, but the father has the 02 model with the 2 liter diesel and finds it very reliable and good on fuel. It's not bad for towing but it would be best for occasional use as you've mentioned.

colm_mcm

Genral concensus is that the later model is a bit of a pile.

HarrietD

I have a 2006 1.9DDIS and have owned it since 2008. I use it for occasional towing but mostly is my A to B car. The only minor problem I had with it was when I was only doing short trips and the diesel particular filter would block but a short spin on the motorway cleared it. Now I do more motorway driving it hasn't reoccurred. I keep it regularly serviced and I've never had any trouble. I find it quite economical to drive. It is quite basic but is perfect for me. I use it to tow one horse, short distances. It wouldn't compare with a landcruiser etc for towing but I couldn't justify the cost of running a bigger 4WD for the limited towing that I do.

HOBO123

That seems exactly like what I need it for. I only travel to local shows and that's only maybe once or twice a month. I also need to commute to work and use it as my primary vehicle.