Overview & Reviews

The Vitara is an all-new model that replaces the Sidekick as Suzuki's entry into the mini-SUV class.

• More powerful than the Kia or Toyota.

User Reviews:

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  Why the bad Rap? - 1999 Suzuki Vitara
  By Jen - June 26 - 10:00 am

  I cant believe all the negative reviews! Ive had mine 3 years and other than the occasional maintance and odd adjustments Ive really enjoyed driving this little beauty! Same problem with the locked Park they did a recall. I also had a problem with the convertable roof but with any convertable you can expect problems. I think overall the reliabiliy of the vehicle comes down to with a reliable dealership, quality of the vehicle and how well someone looks after their vehicle. You really have to think about what you are buying and why. If its a fun convertible that is great on gas - this is the vehicle for you!!

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  Topless in Tri-Cities Washington - 1999 Suzuki Vitara
  By Topless in Tri-City - April 7 - 2:16 am

  This is a rather tinny little car but its sharp looking particularly once you get rid of the boring wheels it comes with. This is our "summer" car, and its got that season written all over it. Absolutely fun to ride in! Ours has the small motor - not powerfull - but adequote with the stick tranny. I like working on my own vehicles; everything is accessible and in plain view! Be carefull on the highway - I suspect this thing could roll if turned very sharply. Good brakes, smooth runner. We doubt well ever get rid of it! Weve had it for three years. If you buy a newer one still under warranty, be warned, Suzuki does not honor expired warranties, even if they are just one mile over!

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  Great little Car!! - 1999 Suzuki Vitara
  By Chels - February 14 - 8:26 pm

  I just bought this car about 2 months ago. I got a great price for it and it only had 49000 k. The gas mileage is amazing! (coming from an 89 oldsmobile). It is so much fun to drive! The manual transmission is just fun alone but zipping around in this car makes it better! I love to just open the sunroof and unzip the back window. Sits like a truck but drives sporty.

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  Still love my Vitara - 1999 Suzuki Vitara
  By nb - October 27 - 3:23 pm

  I wanted a Honda or Nissan, but the extra $2k or more for those or for the Grand Vitara were budget busters for me. I love the purple color I got (electric cats eye blue) and the cute and fun look; I dont drive a lot (just to work; Im efficient and green) but I got this for off-road and it is excellent for that. Ive not been off-road as much as I wanted, but thats my personal life, not the car. I think this is an excellent value, and should be considered.

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  Its five, and still going strong! - 1999 Suzuki Vitara
  By TheMunt - October 19 - 2:00 am

  Great little truck for the price! Ive had mine for five years, and it runs great. Just follow the maintenance in the owners manual. I have the model with the manual 5-speed transmission, and the 2.0 motor. Have carried everything from bowling balls to kayaks and my spouse, 64. Only negative is some of the plastic pieces in the interior broke, but not a biggie. Good for long road trips. Convertible top easy to use.

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  A Bad One - 1999 Suzuki Vitara
  By Buyers Remorse - September 11 - 10:00 am

  I owned this vehicle for 19 months. I was at the service department 6 times during this short time period. The first time for an electrical problem that wouldnt allow the vehicle to shift out of park. This went in "3" times before they got it right. (I demanded they contact the Suzuki Tech Rep). Then it went in for a front axle shaft, then it went in for an engine seal. Its been in for defective windshield wiper switch, engine tapping of which the dealership said to change the oil and wait for two changes with anything but a "Fram" oil filter. Then they were going to try adjusting the valves ON MY DOLLAR!!!! When I made the complaint during the warranty period.

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  Love it! - 1999 Suzuki Vitara
  By spotgofast - July 18 - 2:00 am

  I bought this car used with 82,000 on it. So far Ive had it a week, and am in love with it. I havent tried to take the top off yet, looks a little complicated, but only time will tell. I like how it handles and the fuel efficiency. I was suprised at how roomy this little car is. My biggest friend fits (65") and people have more room in the back than in a jeep, not to mention it handles better. Im very happy with my purchse and would recomend this mini suv to anyone. I have a samurai and really had fun with it...but needed something that could go freeway speeds. Its a little mountain goat in 4wd!