Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara sees only minor enhancements. These include better sound deadening, redesigned climate controls and a remote fuel door release. A sunroof also becomes standard on the XSport and Luxury trim levels.

• Elegantly appointed cabin, capable all-around performance, extensive standard features list, 100,000-mile/seven-year powertrain warranty.

User Reviews:

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  NICE TRUCK - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By jflippy - December 8 - 6:40 am

  We have this truck about 4 months and it is pretty nice. We have the Luxury model with all the bells and whistles.

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  Great Grand Vitara - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By Steelers Fan - August 12 - 5:53 am

  I bought my GV after having a SX4 for a year. (Loved that little car) But I was too accustomed to a Grand Cherokee for many years! So after convincing hubby I wasnt totally crazy for trading cars, even he has to admit the GV is wonderful. I mainly do city driving, so yes, the gas mileage isnt the greatest, but not the worst either. I have taken it on a few runs to nearby states, and actually got top gas mileage. And I can fit us comfortably in it and we can look good in the new SUV! I too, would like lit features on the steering wheel, and a rear window that opens would have been a big plus! All in all, Im very happy with the purchase.(we got a great deal by buying year end!).

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  Love 95% of this car! - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By kltschida - January 15 - 9:26 am

  Being a suzuki owner for the past 6yrs, I didnt hesitate to buy another. I wish I would have looked a little harder though. I got a good deal, but I understand now that my monthly savings on my loan is going straight into the gas tank. Features are missing too... but I didnt miss them until I started reading the other reviews. I didnt mind that the steering wheel buttons didnt light up until I read about it and now it drives me NUTS! I love the size, I can haul a lot inside and tow my camper with no problem. I would recommend to a friend but warn them that gas will kill ya! Nice to read about the K&N Airfilter on the other review, Ill try that! Oh, whats with not having an ipod jack????

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  Costa Rica Grande Vitari - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By Carl Hallberg - September 7 - 3:23 am

  Hugs the road better than any other car especially in the rainy mountains. Love the constant 4 wheel drive. Gas mileage could be better. Love the keyless entry,

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  Suzuki...Oh~oh oh oh...what a Feeling!?! - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By GregOgh - July 2 - 12:13 pm

  I was enamored with the vehicle but now that Ive driven it a month in different conditions/road surfaces, Ive feel that I overlooked a few things during the purchase phase. The seats are physically hard to get comfortable in. Theyre designed/built for an anthropometric model of a 55" person. Leg room in cockpit seat is cumbersome and your legs go numb on trips lasting 3-4 hours. Controls for the stereo and cruise control on the steering wheel are also awkward to use when not looking directly at them. Theyre not lighted for nighttime operation... Extremely annoying. The stereos tinny and rattles when the bass is on 0 & volume on 15. The cloth seats are minimal~go with leather! Good luck.

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  Learned to love this vehicle - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By grandvitdriver - May 11 - 9:17 am

  Overall, an excellent vehicle. Over 85k miles...yep, 85 on an 08...without a serious concern. Stock tires were junk (Yokohama) -- 2 non-repairable flats in less than 5k miles; replaced all 4 w/less than 11k miles. Took me several months, numerous trips to dealer and countless phone calls to resolve the issue of DUST....a true SUV and you cant drive it on a gravel road without be choked with dust? Problem solved (simple!! keep control set to "outside"). I am very pleased with the vehicle. I drive on 35 - 40 miles of scoria (gravel roads) on a daily basis...the GV has held up exceptionally well.

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  The Lil Truck That Could - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By Jon Yankasky - January 24 - 2:00 pm

  The ride is astounding and the features this car has in unreal. Climate control, all time 4wd, anti lock brakes, tire pressure monitoring system and many others. There is plenty of leg room and head room and the ride is so nice and smooth. I did have the front seats altered. As someone said they were uncomfortable and it is an easy fix. In both seats are three steel rods that can be easily removed and when this is done, the seats are just perfect and comfortable. I also had an upholstery man make a 3 inch pad and add it to the center console and this car is a great comfortable ride. Buy the car/truck. You will not be unhappy.

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  Cute compact SUV not so cute gas mileage - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By lucgrad00 - September 1 - 12:56 pm

  I love everything about my Grand Vitara except for the lousy gas mileage. I only get 14-15 MPG in town. Other compact SUVs are far superior in this area. If gas mileage is a primary concern a Rav4, Vue or CR-V would be a better choice.

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  2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara - 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
  By diane - January 3 - 2:06 am

  We traded my wifes Rodeo for the GV, she wanted something smaller. We spent 2 months researching every SUV on the market. This is a great little suv for the value. Nothing to brag about-just an ordianry suv with limited features. Its perfect for the local driving...