Brief Test: Suzuki Vitara 1.4 Boosterjet AT Allgrip Elegance Top // SUV Among Crossovers?
For a long time, however, you will not find typical off-road accessories in the interior of a car, such as levers or switches for engaging the gearbox or locking the differential, for which you will have to opt for the sleeker Jimny in Suzuki, so like the larger SX4 S-Cross , has a regulator on the center console, with which we regulate the work of the all-wheel drive, effectively preventing wheel spin in any conditions.
In automatic mode, the torque at the base of the front drive is subtly redistributed to the rear wheels, but if the automation is not enough, you can adjust the drive using the adjuster between the seats on very slippery surfaces and block the transfer of power to all four wheels. If you want more dynamics, turn on the sport mode, which the engine will support. And if you feel uncomfortable going down a steep incline, there is also an electronically controlled safe descent assistant. The dashboard images that nostalgically remind you of the computer games of the day before yesterday also add some variety.
All-wheel drive makes good sense to the more powerful 1,4-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which remains the same as before – unlike the weaker Vitaras, which had its previous naturally aspirated four-cylinder 1,6-litre engine gain a successor in the model. liter turbo petrol three-cylinder. In the Vitara test, the engine was paired with an automatic transmission that worked well in continuous operation with no noticeable bumps when shifting, and the entire engine, transmission and drive combination also showed relatively acceptable fuel consumption, which was at normal round stabilized at 6,1. XNUMX l.
Vitara also confirms that it is more road-like than off-road with a range of assistance systems, including efficient radar cruise control and collision warning, and lane departure warning. As with other Suzuki's, the infotainment system is solid, controlled of course via the large touchscreen. But despite the digital age, a good addition also provides a good ambiance: an analog clock between the air conditioning jets at the top of the dashboard.
Do not forget to mention that, despite the relatively small dimensions, Vitara is a comfortable and roomy car that can also successfully meet the needs of everyday family and other transport.
Suzuki Vitara 1.4 Boosterjet AT Allgrip Elegance Top
Basic data
| Test model cost: | 25.650 € |
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| Base model price with discounts: | 24.850 € |
| Test model price discount: | 25.650 € |
Costs (per year)
Technical information
| engine: | 4-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - turbocharged petrol - displacement 1.373 cm3 - maximum power 103 kW (140 hp) at 5.500 rpm - maximum torque 220 Nm at 1.500-4.000 rpm |
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| Energy transfer: | all-wheel drive - 6-speed automatic transmission - tires 215/55 R 17 V (Kumho Wintercraft WP71) |
| Capacity: | top speed 200 km/h - 0-100 km/h acceleration 10,2 s - average combined fuel consumption (ECE) 6,3 l/100 km, CO2 emissions 143 g/km |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 1.235 kg - permissible total weight 1.730 kg |
| External dimensions: | length 4.175 mm - width 1.775 mm - height 1.610 mm - wheelbase 2.500 mm - fuel tank 47 l |
| Box: | 375-1.120 l |
Our measurements
| T = 1 ° C / p = 1.028 mbar / rel. vl. = 55% / odometer status: 2.726 km | |
| Acceleration 0-100km: | 9,4s |
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| 402m from the city: | 16,8 years ( 136 km / h) |
| Fuel consumption according to the standard scheme: | 6,1 l / 100km |
| Braking distance at 100 km / h: | 36,8m |
| AM table: | 40m |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 6rd gear | 59dB |
evaluation
The Vitari rebuild has brought additional appeal, but under the sheet metal it remains more or less the same, which is a good thing.
We praise and reproach
engine and transmission
four-wheel drive vehicle
help systems
driving performance
partial loss of field funds
"Plasticity" of some materials in the interior.
soundproofing
