Overview & Reviews

The previous base-level Vitara JS and JX have been discontinued. The Vitara now comes only in fully equipped JLS (rear-wheel drive) and JLX (four-wheel drive) trim in either body style. Additionally, motivation for all Vitaras now comes from the 2.0-liter engine as the 1.6-liter has been dropped. Other changes for the new year include the addition of the LATCH child seat system, a new fender-mounted antenna, new donut-style headrests for better visibility and new exterior colors. Suzuki offers 24-hour emergency roadside assistance and towing for the duration of the vehicle's warranty to increase customer satisfaction.

• Available two-door soft-top body style, truck-based body-on-frame design.

• Meager cargo space, cramped rear seats, lacks refinement.

User Reviews:

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  whoa......boy she is trick! - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By Gadzooks its neat - April 15 - 10:00 am

  Good little truck for the money. It runs well, is good on gas, it draws compliments everywhere I go

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  SUV wannabe, well worth the title - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By Jonny Matrix - January 26 - 10:00 am

  I was very skeptical about this vehicle at first. I am a frequent traveller, and being in the military, its understandable that a vehicle with storage capacitys needed. Having had an Isuzu Rodeo with a 4 cyl engine, I experienced that the vehicle was too heavy for its engine. I also needed something with a decent fuel economy. Having have had a brand new Vitara for about a month now, and putting on 2800 miles, its proven to me more than worthy. It is definitely one good way to start in an SUV, and I should have done so sooner.

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  Great value - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By joenalley72 - February 17 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle has alot of get up ang go for a 4 cyclinder. The ride is really good to. For the money i think i made the right choice. The 4 wheel drive will be nice in the winter.

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  So far, so good. - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By wfalone - December 24 - 2:00 am

  I use this car for work in the city. It is comfortable, quiet, and well assembled. Not particularly peppy (automatic). Visiblity is good. Nice size, great manuverability. Fine climate controls. Real bad back seat leg room if you have two adults in the front seats. My biggest gripe is that I cannot seem to exceed 20 mpg city/ 23 mpg hiway (no matter how gently I drive).

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  Nice to look at...but engine is weak! - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By BassPimpGirl - April 19 - 10:00 am

  In general, I do like my Suzuki. I selected the Suzuki over other small SUV models because it was reasonably priced and had more "bells and whistles." In this area I am not disappointed. I am very disheartened by its weak engine, though. Whenever I am using the cruise control on even the slightest of inclines, the engine struggles and does not maintain a constant speed. I did not have this problem with my 2000 Kia Sportage.

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  All-Round Duty-Bound - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By Scott Keirn - March 30 - 12:10 am

  Great little SUV in this day of outrageous gas prices. By traveling 5-10 mph under the speed limit, my scanguage tells me I average 31-32 mpg. Good little vehicle for a man or woman and fun to drive and easy to maintain.

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  My Suzuki - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By khill - February 1 - 2:00 am

  I have had no probelms with the car to speak of but the dealer is another thing The only wisdom I would give is if youre going to do any towing ( i tow 2 quads) I would get the V-6 My 4 cyl. is borderline for hills and such Other than that ilove it Off road it really shines not fast or alot of ground clearance but pick your route carefully and if it can clear it itll take you ANYWHERE..... KW

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  185K Miles with some work - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By drkrdr318 - April 14 - 5:29 pm

  I have enjoyed my Vitara since I purchased new of the showroom floor. I will have to say the up keep and cost have been a little intense since 150K miles but well worth the trade off. The fuel tank wires frayed (easy fix), Alternator (new brushes 14.95), rear brake shoes (178K miles), differential fluid change (180K make sure you check if your around alot of high water) and Mobil 1 high milage synth every 3,000 miles. Still running strong. Ive change the front brakes 3x and finally went to cryo rotors with synth pads. Worst problem, A/C pump failed and a/c leaks. Other then the A/C I use maybe 1/4 qt of oil every third fill up. Not bad in my book. www.oemsuzukiparts.com

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  Its a running Hampster! - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By Samuari Hampster - March 31 - 2:00 am

  I traded a 2000 dak for this model as I was looking for better utility and most importantly, better reliability. I have only 100 miles on this so far, but it looks like I picked a winner. The 4 banger works best with the five speed. I test drove an auto and it was doggy but with a five speed, it really does a lot better.

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  My Third One - 2002 Suzuki Vitara
  By WOldaker - July 26 - 10:00 am

  This is the 3rd 4wd Suzuki I have owned. irst was a Samauri,then Side Kick. and the last one the Vitara. After owning the "dangerous" Samuari :=) I knew I would probabably never drive anther brand though would opt for more comforts. It was time for my wife to get a new vehicle so she ended up with the Vitara. My Sidekick only has 170000 miles and is not ready to go yet. My wife teaches at 2 colleges 50+ miles from each other and I wanted to have a reliable, durable and safe vehicle for her in any weather or situation. That sums up the Suzuki Vitara.