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Suzuki Vitara

(2015 - present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

61
%
C

Used car score:

67
%
B

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

58
%
D

Safety Rating:

55
%
D

Eco Rating:

69
%
A

Reliability Rating:

82
%
B

Running Costs:

68
%
B

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

61
%
C

Used car score:

67
%
B

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

58
%
D

Safety Rating:

55
%
D

Eco Rating:

69
%
A

Reliability Rating:

82
%
B

Running Costs:

68
%
B

Summary


The Suzuki Vitara is a small SUV/crossover model and the best-selling car in the Suzuki range. The current model is the fourth generation Vitara, which went on sale in 2015 and was given a substantial facelift in late 2018.

The Vitara has received average to good reviews from the UK motoring media, with our overall Expert Rating currently placing it in middle of the small SUV/crossover field. It has received particular praise for its practicality, versatility and value for money, but has been criticized for the low quality of its interior fittings compared to rivals.

As of April 2024, the Suzuki Vitara holds a New Car Expert Rating of C with a score of 61%. This score places the car firmly in the lower end of the small SUV category in our Expert Rating Index.

Key specifications


Body style: Small SUV/crossover
Engines: petrol, petrol/electric hybrid
Price: From £23,749 on-road

Launched: Spring 2015
Last updated: Spring 2022
Replacement due: TBA


Media reviews


Reviews, road tests and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

The Car Expert

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Car

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Carbuyer

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Carwow

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Company Car Today

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The Sun

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The Sunday Times

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The Telegraph

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Top Gear

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What Car?

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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: April 2015
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 89%
Child protection: 85%
Vulnerable road users: 76%
Safety assist: 75%

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of April 2024, the Suzuki Vitara has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Reliability rating


Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

The Suzuki Vitara has a reliability score that’s better than average, according to exclusive extended warranty data provided by our partners at MotorEasy. This score covers both the current-generation Vitara and the earlier (pre-2015) versions which were called ‘Grand Vitara’.

Faults are reportedly cheap to fix across the board for Vitara owners, but watch out for gearbox issues which, although more rare, can cost around £800.

If you’re looking at a used Suzuki Vitara, make sure any extended warranty cover you purchase covers all of these potential problem areas.

Running cost rating

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Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumptionAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models52 mpgB45 – 53 mpgB – C
Hybrid models52 mpgB49 – 54 mpgB – C
CO₂ outputAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models123 g/kmA120 – 142 g/kmA – B
Hybrid models123 g/kmA119 – 130 g/kmA – A
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models18A16 – 50A – F
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£200B
Year 2£537B
Year 3£903B
Year 4£114A
Year 5£1,523B
Overall£3,277A

The Suzuki Vitara is a relatively affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

The fuel economy of both petrol and diesel models is very good when compared to other compact crossovers, and the Vitara’s insurance and maintenance costs are predicted to remain manageable over the course of five years of ownership.

Awards


Trophies, prizes and awards that the Suzuki Vitara has received

2019

  • Honest John Awards – Best Small Crossover
  • Cargurus Used Car Awards – Best Small Crossover

2018

  • What Car? Awards – Best Buy Small SUV under £16,000

2017

  • What Car? Awards – Best Buy Small SUV under £15,000

2016

  • Honest John Awards – Car of the Year
  • Tow Car Awards – Ultralight Tow Car of the Year
  • What Car? Awards – Best Buy Small SUV under £15,000

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More news, reviews and information about the Suzuki Vitara at The Car Expert

Suzuki Vitara hybrid review

Suzuki Vitara hybrid review

Facelifted Suzuki Vitara goes on sale

Facelifted Suzuki Vitara goes on sale

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Suzuki Vitara 1.4 BoosterJet review

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Suzuki Vitara review 2015

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The Suzuki Vitara has received generally good reviews from the UK media, with our Expert Rating currently placing it in the top half of the small SUV field.Suzuki Vitara