Overview & Reviews

For 2003, Suzuki has updated the dashboard and console for a higher quality look. Other additions this year include aluminum wheels, a seven-speaker stereo system with a CD player, adjustable center armrest with CD storage, an overhead console with reading lamps and storage compartments and a smaller rear headrest design for better reward visibility. Also of note: the Limited model has been dropped this year and last year's JLS and JLX models have been merged, leaving only one trim level for 2003.

• Standard V6, distinctive looks, impressive list of standard features, low-range transfer case with the 4WD option.

• Harsh suspension, unimpressive brakes, cramped rear seats, lack of cargo space.

User Reviews:

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  Awesome Test Drive - 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By Peter from Montreal - July 6 - 2:00 am

  The 2003 GV is a great compact SUV, with plenty of power. Best power to weight ratio in its class. Best 4WD system in its class. Best price in its class. Ladder box frame. McPherson suspension. Value. Dont overpay for a CRV, RAV4, Tribute, Santa Fe, Liberty, Xterra, Escape or Vue. Best bang for the buck. Better interior than all of the above. Handles very nicely too. GREAT PRICE $$$ !!! Not suitable for families, serious towing or very long driving trips. Depreciates quickly. Requires rust proofing every year, or else may rust quickly. Sound system sucks. The wind noise gets loud at 120 km/h. The engine gets noisy at around 4000 RPM. ABS feels "soggy".

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  Good bang for the buck - 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By Ted1161 - April 6 - 2:00 am

  Overall I am happy with the Suzuki. Ride is on the hard side even for a SUV. MPG average is 20... acceptable but could use more power... good for around town but NOT good on the highway as it needs constant steering input. Make sure you get the front end alignment checked mine was out over 20 degrees...

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  Bad in snow - should be 4 wheel standard - 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By Tale - September 15 - 3:03 am

  Nice car internally and externally. Bad in snow and rain.

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  Best Value - 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By paul H - June 23 - 10:00 am

  If you are going off road or on the beach, this is truly best bang for the buck.

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  Suzuki Grand Vitara - 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By Alan - February 16 - 5:36 am

  I looked at the Honda CRV and Toyota RAV4, but I felt that the design and build quality of the Suzuki Grand Vitara were far superior. This vehicle is driven mainly on interstates across the Northeast and it has never let me down. With the V6 engine and a 5-speed transmission, its a blast to drive. Its fuel economy has been approximately 24 mpg highway, which is outstanding for a V6.