Should You Buy a SUZUKI VITARA? (Test Drive & Review 2016 MK4 1.6 SZ5)

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@davidarter6271 Жыл бұрын

An honest, down to earth, simple, rugged and reliable, practical car. So much more appealing than most of the high tech that infest our roads today.

@terrylawler9988 Жыл бұрын

I have held a driving licence since 1967 and over those years have driven and owned many makes and types of car. My last choice was to have a vehicle which may see out my final years of driving the criteria was to find an aspirated petrol engined vehicle, auto gearbox, SUV type design (easy access for tired old bones) light and simple to drive with lots of 'boys toys fitted" and a good carrying capacity. Good MPH was also important and limited four wheel drive a bonus. Above all else reliability was top of the list being a Suzuki ticked that box straight away. When you put that into a car search there is only one choice! I've had it about 4 years now Ok my annual mileage is quite conservative but my Suzuki Vitara is always there and willing no matter what, fit all season tyres and she seems unstoppable. I have one negative gripe and this is down to Suzuki designers, why oh why did they fit such tiny sun visors? they were obviously never tested on a sunny day, apart from that this is the only car I have ever owned that I would exchange for a newer model, but there again do I really what change it?...........no, not really.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

hello i want to buy a Suzuki Vitara 1.4 boosterjet with a 6 speed automatic gearbox. is this car reliable ? is there any issues ? does this engine suffer from timing chain problems or oil consumption ? is the gearbox reliable ?

@throwyourbike Жыл бұрын

My wife has had a 2016 Vitara for the last 4 years. On the test drive I wasn’t impressed and tried to talk her out of it, now I regularly borrow it and actually really enjoy driving it. Reliable, economical and good fun. Can’t recommend highly enough.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@phil8437 Жыл бұрын

Simple answer yes. I have the 1.4 boosterjet it is a real gem and has been very reliable too. Suzuki dealers are usually family run businesses too and and the service is a lot better that some faceless national.

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Yes that’s a good point actually

@Swan_Whisperer Жыл бұрын

Whats the petrol/diesel like on the 1.4? I'm looking to get, but just not sure how a 1.4 will cope with the weight of the vehicle

@lrob1234 Жыл бұрын

@@Swan_Whisperer I’m running the 1.0 boosterjet and no complaints. 1.4 petrol will be fine!

@Swan_Whisperer Жыл бұрын

@@lrob1234 Thank you. Got a test drive on Monday so looking forward to it 😊

@josephmifsud8261 Жыл бұрын

Just gone and bought a 1.4 Boosterjet. Did the test drive and I agree with everything you both say

@igorstrycek4936 Жыл бұрын

As an owner of 8yo vitara allgrip (1.6 AT) I can confirm it is a lovely allrounder. Looking forward for next 8 years together.

@grobbler1 Жыл бұрын

Bought a 2019 Vitara 1.0 Boosterjet 9 months ago. Absolutely brilliant vehicle.

@Yorkman7 Жыл бұрын

Matt you seem to be the only commentator who gives credit to Suzuki and other Japanese cars. Here at the other end of the world ( Australia and New Zealand )they are very popular across the range from the little ignis , swift, swift sports ,vitara and S cross. They are certainly not luxurious inside but very economical and reliable. They cost much less than in the UK for the same models so I presume some sort of tariffs are in place. Still the best car review channel on KZbin

@mattlawton4715 Жыл бұрын

Yes people don't know a good car.

@howardw3223 Жыл бұрын

Matt, you do the motor industry and the car buying public a great service by reviewing normal cars, the kind of cars that ordinary people need and buy. Who needs to see a Bugatti or Ferrari review? admittedly they are fun but most people can only aspire to owning one of them. Keep up the good work, it is much appreciated. The Car Vertical discount is the icing on the cake.

@peterwood7426 Жыл бұрын

Bought a 1.6 2016 model 3 years ago and it's been great. Economical, easy to enter exit, more capacious than figures suggest, good size around town. Only downside is road noise on coarse surfaces.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@markholt5507 Жыл бұрын

We've bought a 2015 1.6 manual last year, honestly not missed a beat. Looks good, perfect for the family and dog. Test drove qashqai and Duke before buying it they were nowhere near as nice. Mpg is good.... honestly can't fault it. Thanks for the tip to wax oil it Matt 👍

@bazahaza Жыл бұрын

I have one too. The 1.6 is a bit lacking. Have to give her plenty of revs.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

Is this car reliable after all these years ?

@markholt5507 Ай бұрын

@@ibrahimoussifi5544 Yes never had any issues, just passed mot with no advisories

@alansorbie4038 Жыл бұрын

I bought one of these new in 2019 when I wanted a low cost practical car. It was ace, I went for the 1.0 turbo which really went well, even on the motorway on trips to Scotland with 3 mountain bikes on the roof, 3 passengers and luggage, did 40 to 50 mpg too., really good cars.

@charlessoko6387 Жыл бұрын

Great review Matt 👌💯,,,, always happy when you review cars that most people can afford,,,,,

@gaudam514 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love Suzuki…. Just got a 2014 Swift sport and how durable everything feels is one of my favourite parts of it

@mrstoives2444 Жыл бұрын

Hi Matt. I have mentioned before I have a DDIS Allgrip SZ5 and love it. There is sat nav, I think someone took the SD card out of yours. Boot space is ok, and with a flat load area easy for big loads (I’ve carried washing machines in the back of mine). Just driven from Southampton to Bishop Auckland in one go (ex rest stops) and it was fine. 66+mpg. The four wheel drive gives extra peace of mind for our uncertain climate. The space in the car is surprising especially in the back. I use apple car play for nav and entertainment and it goes split screen so not much need to touch the buttons on the screen. Volume etc dealt with by buttons on the steering wheel. For the money and likely longevity I cant see myself changing soon.

@markslack Жыл бұрын

You're right! Mine is an SZ-5, one level below Matt's, and mine has sat nav. They are excellent cars, we've had ours 3 months and love it.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@@markslackhello i want to buy a Suzuki Vitara 1.4 boosterjet with a 6 speed automatic gearbox. is this car reliable ? is there any issues ? does this engine suffer from timing chain problems or oil consumption ? is the gearbox reliable ?

@steven.ghodgson765 Жыл бұрын

Great video Matt and I am glad you have good words for the Suzuki. I have had Suzukis for the last 25 years including 3 Grand Vitaras and currently run a 2015 S-Cross with the same 1600cc engine, if you want reliability and decent fuel economy the you won't go wrong with this car. ( The S-Cross is slightly bigger ?).

@molnarandrassandor3448 Жыл бұрын

I bought a brand new 1.4 mild hybrid in September, it is an amazing car for the money. And the 1.4 turbo witt the electric motor have serious amount of torque, it goes!

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@jamesinbradford5882 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2019 1.0 Booster manual. I took 4-5 small SUVs for test drives, so it was between Hyundai Kona and the Vitara , the Kona was the one I wanted but the Vitara was just better in every way. I was due to replace the Vitara after the PCP ended but after test driving 4 car’s including a Ford Puma , when I got in my Vitara it was a better drive. So I’ve paid off my PCP and I’m keeping my Vitara. On a side note I had to reject after 3 weeks the first Vitara I collected cause the car didn’t start a few times and the engine cut out 5 times whilst driving, a damaged wire was found under the carpet. It’s replacement has been great.

@harry-james-books 10 ай бұрын

Best motor I've ever owned, hands down - built in Hungary Matt

@ChrisSmith-lg1nt Жыл бұрын

We have a 1.4 Boosterjet Allgrip . It’s a 66 plate and it hasn’t missed a beat . The engine is great a responsive and pulls well especially when you switch it to sport mode. We get an average 34 mpg which although not the best is acceptable for a four wheel drive mainly around town driving.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@Pat14922 Жыл бұрын

Nothing sweeter than when someone does wacky overtake, and then you pull up behind them a few minutes later.

@54mgtf22 Жыл бұрын

I’ve had a few Vitaras. Capable, beautifully built 4wd. Love your work 👍

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@johntate5050 Жыл бұрын

I've had Suzuki motorbikes in the past but never a Suzuki car. The bikes never let me down once so Suzuki are definitely on my car radar. I got the speed thing out of my system years ago so 0-60 times and top speed don't mean much to me at all. I'd much rather have the qualities the Vitara has. I might consider a Vitara as my next car.

@paulknowles6300 Жыл бұрын

Ditto...ex Honda bike mechanic. ( When goldwings had only four pots.). Always had Toyota's land cruisers / surfs. had one of these for a year now 1.4 booster jet. All Grip manual. Brilliant bit of kit and excellent value. Some cheap bits IE crappy sat nav. Cheap switches seems to take forever to demist in the mornings ( but we do have two dogs that swim in the sea!!) Drive in sports mode most of the time and still get close to 50mpg!! Great fun on the A roads of East Yorkshire. The four wheel drive actually works! without the weight penalty. Surprisingly big for a small car. Put it on your short list.👍

@fozzie221 Жыл бұрын

Great review and I've had my 2017 Vitara sz5 1.6 petrol manual for 2years and it's been an excellent car averaging about 35 mpg around town but on a recent run to Kent from Shropshire it averaged 51mpg

@chrisbolton5461 Жыл бұрын

My boss [ the wife ] has a Swift Sport with the 1.4 Booster Jet engine. Goes really well and it has been ultra reliable. Keep up the great video work.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@stevec1097 Жыл бұрын

Was looking for a car for her indoors…..watches Matt’s latest video…… Goes straight on Autotrader! Thank you Matt 😊

@PaulMaier Жыл бұрын

Shame on youtube that it showed me your video just now, after 9 days from posting it. I've bought one at the beginning of the month. Very good car :)

@blueshadow7385 5 ай бұрын

I have to say yes because I bought one two weeks ago-a 2021 model. I love it! My father has a 2015 model, and I’ve always liked it.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@StateGiant796 Жыл бұрын

We have the 1.0 ltr boosterjet and it's one of the best cars we've owned. The turbo makes it a laugh and a fun car when you want it to be, yet we are getting 41mpg for the usual family use.

@dominictierney Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I’ve got this car (2017 plate) but in red with black roof. 1.6 petrol but manual. And it’s never missed a beat. Way more reliable than my prior QQ and Juke. Sure it’s not the most exciting thing on the road. But it does what it’s meant to very well. Bought it with only 22000 miles. And I’ve only reached 43000 in two year. So had it a while and I’d say it’s a good all-rounder. Can’t really fault it. Great reviews! Love to watch them. Honest and to the point. 👍🏼

@rbnhd1144 Жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of Suzuki's, sadly they are not sold in America anymore, I feel the quality of these is close to Toyota, so they are great buys, I love the look of this Vitara even the color, the car ticks a lot of boxes for me as I'm in my 60's, easy entry is so important as we age, I was thrilled you like it and gave it a great review, price wise Id consider it when looking at Crvs and Rav 4s, thanks a lot Matt, I do enjoy your channel, Id buy a car from you, no doubt about it.

@CraigTheBrute-yf7no 4 ай бұрын

They are much more enjoyable than Toyota

@ean8243 Жыл бұрын

Interesting review and a contrast to how some Americans view Suzuki. I’ve had an SX4 for 13 years (135,000 miles) from new. Been pretty reliable until recently; 5th gear has been a problem, and now the gearbox is leaking slightly. Oil and filter changes, sparks, air filters, coolant and brake discs and pads are all easy to do and ‘cheap as chips’. Just be careful with the locking wheel nut key - it’s weak and can break with the supplied tool. As it’s aged, most bolts open to the weather experience bad corrosion, but the body itself has been fairly free of rust. Not needed an alternator yet or drive belts yet, so on borrowed time. Was toying with the idea of the Vitara as the SX4’s replacement, and your review suggests it’s worth considering. Cheers.

@TheTye1988 Жыл бұрын

Great vid Matt, I've got a 2017 Vitara Turbo which I recently inherited from the wife. It's a fantastic run around for the city and I've found the 1.4 turbo to be a great performer against others in the same sector. Only downside is the quality of the finishes inside lots of hard plastics that tend to wear with kids and dogs and I've had a few issues with the "leather" seats shrinking in the sun (that's the Australian summer affect) apart from that nothing compares to the performance and inclusions with this set up. Highly recommend looking at it if you want a fun, quick city runaround. Ps loving the channel mate keep up the good work!

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@bluejayway26 Жыл бұрын

Stellar review Matt. Would opt for 1.0 or 1.4 boosterjet engine though, Suzuki underplay the bhp in them by a good 15-20% and seem very reliable with much more usable gusto. I test drove a 1.4 boosterjet Vitara S and found it great fun for such a practical, reliable offering.

@mmx29mmx29 Жыл бұрын

I drove a 1.4 Hybrid for 2 years and have nothing but praise to speak about it. The driving dynamics are nothing much to write home about but it's really more than sufficient both in town and on the motorways and the comfort/practicality is really good. Yes, at the end of the day it's just "a car" but if you need just "a" good, solid, reliable "car" then it's a really good choice.

@eddiejones.redvees Жыл бұрын

It doesn’t fill you fully of Confidence for the quality of the Rust proofing if you need to have it Waxed oiled every two years

@Shikaz00 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2018 Suzuki Vitara with the 1.4 boosterjet, it's a fantastic car. It's pretty quick, around 8,5 sec to 100km/h. The rust-proofing isn't bad on the newer Suzuki, the old ones had problems, but the newer models don't. I still wax the undercarriage though, but as I do all mechanical work myself, I've yet needed to fix anything on it, and zero rust underneath. I live in Finland, so pretty harsh winters with lots of snow and of course salt on the roads. Great AWD-system, seems a bit better than my L200 even, but I believe it helps with the Vitara being so light and lots of power.

@Shikaz00 Жыл бұрын

@Jim Bird I can say I work as a mechanic part-time at my uncle whenever he needs extra hands, and I've noticed almost all newer cars have about the same rust-proofing. I've noticed that newer Volvos have had slightly worse compared and pretty much all newer (2012->) Japanese cars have been pretty good so far, probably because they had more rust problems in the past, so they put more money into fixing these issues. If you plan to keep your car 10+ years and you live in a place they salt the roads, waxing your undercarriage is a must, because all brands will be a rust bucket sooner or later if not. Of course, there are a few exceptions when the structural parts are all made of aluminum etc.

@Shikaz00 Жыл бұрын

Skoda does have pretty good rust protection, but they can rust pretty badly as well without any rust-proofing during its life. Mostly sills, frame, and sub-frame rust on Skoda, but wheel well usually can rust pretty badly too if you drive on gravel a lot as stone-chips remove paint, leading to rust appearing. It all depends really on how much you drive on salted roads and how much salt they use, and if you wash your car regularly to remove it, many factor comes into play if your car will rust quicker or not.

@michalrajnic758 Жыл бұрын

My wife had a 1.6 like yours but manual. She wrote it off in an accident. They are pretty safe!

@InLane Жыл бұрын

I have a 2019 Vitara SZ5 Allgrip and I love it. The manual gearbox is great, the 1.4 turbo engine is decent and it’s surprisingly fun to drive, almost like an old school hot hatch. There is plenty space for a small package and enough luxuries like the sunroof and Apple car play. Oh and mine has an armrest! I honestly think it’s one of the best value cars around.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@xlphos Жыл бұрын

picked one of these up a few weeks ago for the missus wanting a higher riding position. So far seems great, one trim level down from the one in the vid, 1.6 manual, got this model as no real expensive bits to worry about after the last car really was falling apart. Perfectly adequate car that does the job nicely, no blandmobile either.

@Roblatus Жыл бұрын

Great video as always, been hoping for a modern vitara to show up on your channel. I have had a 1.4 Boosterjet Vitara S allgrip for getting on for 2 years. Its been one of the best cars i have ever owned. Yes its a bit plasticky inside, but when you get past this and realise how good it drives and the levels of equipment, you appreciate just what a good car they are. Myself, wife and 2 teenage kids had no issue getting all of our luggage in the boot for a two week holiday to cyprus last year. If i need additional storage i will use a roof box. Keep the great videos coming. My only complain is that a black car doesn't stay clean very long in the uk lol.

@adamcraig8253 Жыл бұрын

Hi, what kind of mpg are you returning?

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@colincleary8669 Жыл бұрын

Looks a sweet little motor and for someone like me with Mobility issues the ground clearance seems good another great review matt keep em coming you do a great job of these videos 👍

@nigelgarraway6221 Жыл бұрын

Great review Matt I have just purchased one of the same year and spec and fully agree with all of your comments. Thoroughly enjoy all of your videos fella, and this review helped confirm our decision on the Vitara.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@mrboomboombaby Жыл бұрын

I do not believe it. Only today I've been shopping for one of these as a boring, mildly off-road capable company car. Thanks Matt, this one almost feels bespoke for me 🤣

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Haha thats a coincidence

@columcreaven8860 Жыл бұрын

Make an offer....

@mrboomboombaby Жыл бұрын

@@columcreaven8860 I'd love to buy a car from high peak one day but A) sadly by company stipulates that all cars must be

@paulmcgee1867 Жыл бұрын

Looks very nice

@JW20236 Жыл бұрын

I read your first sentence as the man from 'One foot in the grave' 😂

@fredonline Жыл бұрын

I'm actually quite impressed with that vehicle, it's something I wouldn't have even considered looking at in the past. Food for thought!

@md-detailing Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Matt! Here they are a bit less common, but the Croatian Police use them alot and they are all auto, my dad drives on offroad at the Croatian border and that Vitaras been through alot, has 300,000km and is very reliable :D

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Ah very good

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@md-detailing Ай бұрын

@@ibrahimoussifi5544 They suffer from glowplug/heater issues, chain has to be chnaged at 150k km and other than that just regular oil changes, make sure you buy OEM hybrid wipers since they supper from wiper angle issues sometimes as well. The transmission are good as along as you service them.

@matemarijan3795 Жыл бұрын

They are literally everywhere here where I live. It's probably the best selling car here. I've driven the 1.4 DCT and I have to say I was pleased with it. The big downside for me is a small trunk, it's not much bigger than one in BMW 1 series.

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

You know what, I’ve seen loads today. Maybe I’ve just never noticed before

@peterpiper831 Жыл бұрын

Is that in Hungary ?

@josephmifsud8261 Жыл бұрын

I have looked at these. I am impressed with what it has and it looks better than a lot of similar cars. Another one on the list

@Clappers89 Жыл бұрын

Loving the mix of cars on here everything from £300 sheds to luxury barges & everything in between

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I try

@joergarms1 Жыл бұрын

I've got the 1.4 boosterjet Allgrip. Brilliant car, powerful engine and the diveline has tons of grip in the snow but also on wet tarmac. Long distance fuel consumption is pretty good.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@lnr243 9 ай бұрын

Have a 2021 1.4 Booster Jet Hybrid , Bought it with Wife in mind. I never liked Japanese other than Lexus GS previously until this brilliant car arrived. Engine is excellent, 1.4 Booster Jet with Hybrid is a superb combo. I will recommend it to anyone ,super reliable, great fun..SUZUKI NEVER BUILD BAD CARS..

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@lnr243 Ай бұрын

@ibrahimoussifi5544 I have a 2021 1.4 Booster Jet Hybrid i absolutely love the car..122bhp pulls beautifully, extremely comfortable to drive ,packed with all goodies..i service my cars every 5000 miles as a habit and Suzuki is no exception..its a fantastic car no doubt about it.Remember Timing Chains never go wrong as long as you keep the oil fresh. Change the oil and oil filter every 5000 air and pollen filters at 10000 you will have no issues..Suzuki never builds a bad engine..Interior plastic much all plastic but I'm ok with it..Seats i love.

@neutralcorner5950 Жыл бұрын

Seems a decent car. I do like how you call out Qashqai/Juke for what they are, not particularly reliable & very dull. I mean a Grey Qashqai say, the most boring thing you could ever buy. So many about. Sad times

@R8DTF Жыл бұрын

Can't agree more regarding keeping it simple. My wife insisted on her having a Hyundai Tucson and I insisted it had the completely unremarkable 1.6 N/A engine and a manual gearbox. So far so good. (Because I don't have to drive it...) Enjoyed the video 👍

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Haha good choice. It’s definitely the way to go to give you a better chance at it being reliable

@volt8684 Жыл бұрын

Add fuel additives. All direct injection engines carbonise with age. Look at some vlogs on here all marques as they get older with valves being vulnerable

@gerardphillips7507 Жыл бұрын

Great car totally non descript and average. I ran an Allgrip one for three years and sold it a year ago for more than I paid for it. Excellent car!

@grayfool Жыл бұрын

I liked the first gen models, very simple and capable. This newer one looks good too.

@chrisbaxter5041 Жыл бұрын

I lucked out I bought a late 2018 auto from a main dealer during lockdown for £12k I've used it for 2 years added 16k to the mileage and now been offered £12500 Park ex free motoring at its best plus 42mpg

@sonoutlawuk Жыл бұрын

OMG i was just talking to my wife literally 5 hrs ago about getting a used Vitara!! You definitely read my mind, thanks mate!!!

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@thx54 Жыл бұрын

I got one of these as a rental in Iceland! Great car and fun to drive around!

@thx54 Жыл бұрын

Wow that heart came fast! Thanks Matt, i really like your content and style of presenting cars and the way you talk! Good on ya!

@f1kwa399 Жыл бұрын

I bought one to replace my 20yr old Rav4 which I only used as a runabout, exactly the same colour, auto, but the allgrip model, the 4WD selector has a sport function, sharpens the throttle and engages 4WD, the gutless engine comes alive! I added a centre armrest (option from Suzuki) a boot mat protector, a Suzuki spare wheel, it already had the rugged pack and rear spoiler. For local use it’s great, I average 47mpg and it’s comfortable. Long distances are hard work, a slight hill and you need to kick it down or use the flappy paddles unless you’re using the adaptive cruise control, in which case it goes berserk and does it for you… interior is tough but cheap - but my other car is an Audi. Good review, thanks. ps. Someone’s nicked the SD card, satnav was standard on these.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@f1kwa399 Ай бұрын

@ hello, mine is the 1.6 non turbo so I can’t answer your questions but I have not heard of any issues like you mention, in fact my local Suzuki dealer was complaining to me that the problem with these cars from his perspective is that they are so reliable, they do not go wrong very often and his workshop cannot make much money from them. I recommend that you find an allgrip model so you have the sport selector and the benefit of four wheel drive when you need it.

@ronrammelle4735 Жыл бұрын

As a owner of that year and engine and model variant, I can say….. 1. Road tax is £165 a year ( just paid mine 28/02/23 ) 2. You had a false floor fitted like mine. I stored three suits 3 pairs of shoes and 3 meal deals under it dropped the floor and luggage on top. If removed it goes deeper, remove the carpet and space saver you have an incredible amount of space believe me. And that false floor does a little trick too 🤐. 3. Paddle shift on the auto will get used as it is quite a revvy engine if you floor it or need to over take on the m-way. Then knocks back to auto after 5 sec or revs are held for to long. It does have a manual select on the centre shifter 4. The SZ-5 satnav is excellent, I was very sceptical about it but it does the job perfect. If you launch the maps with no destination then close it and have the radio or media playing you still receive road closures, traffic jams, accident info via RDS 👍🏻. Ohh by the way for £19.99 you can pick up the latest official maps on a SD card, very old fashioned …but…. How far will your main dealer pull your pants down for a nav software update on your car🤭. It certainly won’t cost you £19.99. 5. The pan roof when opened leaves a huge hole in the roof 👍🏻 for summer ( just make sure you drop all your windows when going more than 30mph) inside that cabin is a pretty good place to be. It’s not rich it’s not poor it’s working class😁

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@benwood2956 Жыл бұрын

Hi Matt. I usually drive a L322 TDV8 Westminster, but had a 1.4 Boosterjet auto Vitara from Enterprise Car Club for the day and was really impressed with it. It is different and remarkably it is fun to drive. As you say it is surprisingly spacious. There has been some time on autotrader looking at them since….

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@charlesmorgan8440 Жыл бұрын

Intriguing so few near you, but down here in South West Devon it's definitely the AWD vehicle of choice. I have a 21 plate Allgrip, and much is good, much is a bit tinny, and while the standard equipment of the SZ5 is impressive - adaptive cruise control, proximity sensors etc (actually more than on my Lexus RX450h) they do rather feel like Halfords special. Engine in mine is the 1.4 boosterjet Allgrip and in sport it really gets a move on as well as being really sweet. Mine is going as the Defender Td5 is way more characterful, but it is a really cracking little car.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@peterowen4456 Жыл бұрын

This is one of a number of cars that don't cross people's radar (myself included) but your review and the comments below have you wondering if Suzuki's marketing department needs a shake up. I'm a Honda loyalist but these look really good.

@bi5048 Жыл бұрын

I love the 3rd generation (since 2005) and I regret for not buying it when it’s still around. If I did, I could’ve maintained it until today. Because it’s relatively cheap to maintain.. Everytime I see one of these gen-3 on the road in my eye the styling looks timeless. And it was available in 2.4L as well as far as I can remember. The next generation was not sold in my country. But the looks I still prefer the previous one. In 2013 I ended up getting new 2nd gen Suzuki Swift that I love and have it until today. But that’s another story. Suzuki when you choose the right model you can have a gem. Not all of them though especially the ones with AMT transmission (I think they call it that) that even without trying I already think it’s a garbage.

@roni2977 Жыл бұрын

I used to like the old 2 door ones! They sold them in convertible too.. they were funky and quite good on rocky mountains where I lived!

@calgaryspeed 9 ай бұрын

Great review Matt! We are moving to Portugal and live down 2 miles of rocky track so need the ground clearance. I'd personally rather a Golf or Focus, but need the ground clearance... these seem like a better quality product than a Duster at around the same price used.

@sandman2651 Жыл бұрын

Great review matt, i did ask a short while ago if you could do a review on these. So pleased you did and even more pleased after hearing what you thought of them, thanks so much for doing this review

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@m__r1100 Жыл бұрын

They're pretty popular up in the Highlands, you do see a good few

@robinbrown1696 Жыл бұрын

We had a 2018 sport. Never had a car go through tyres like it did. Told the wife to stop racing in it. 1.4 turbo was quick. Would I have another one. No bit to firm on ride plus you feel every bump. You said not to many around. Come to North Yorkshire there everywhere. Great video Matt love the channel 👍

@garywinterbottom6073 Жыл бұрын

My 2018 vitara was a 1.6 petrol terribly underpowered uphill was 2 or 3 at a pinch to keep above 30. +points utterly reliable never any issues would have kept but needed bigger car.

@rightwinggo9694 Жыл бұрын

True but I'd take an under powered engine as opposed to a turboed engine, a turbo stresses the valve train and the extra heat degrades the plastics. The turbo also needs to be replaced down the track.

@bazahaza Жыл бұрын

I have a 2016 sz-t 1.6. It is underpowered on hills but you just need to shift down and give her some revs. Very economical I'm on about 45mpg doing 20 miles a day on country lanes..

@kieranlarkin5938 Жыл бұрын

Something to be said for a car that just does what it needs to do everyday. Similar to range anxiety, reliability assurance is a real thing!

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Yeah that’s true

@asianskywalker Жыл бұрын

I think the 90's Japanese cars had a serious issue with rust. I don't really think that's been an issue for a long time now.

@JL3Wind Жыл бұрын

Depends on the manufacturer. Honda still has major issues with its rustproofing, but it seems to be somewhat improved with the latest generation of Civic, Jazz and HR-V. From unacceptable to underperforming. It’s a shame because those models are really among the best choices in their respective classes right now.

@ryanm.3681 Жыл бұрын

I would love to have one of these. I had a 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. It was such a special and unique car. But sadly Suzuki exited the US market before these came out. This model probably could have saved Suzuki in the US.

@dansimmons21 Жыл бұрын

My parents narrowed their new old person city car choice down to two options: the Peugeot 2008 and this. They chose the former, and it’s already falling to bits.

@NGMonocrom Жыл бұрын

0:34 ~ Former co-worker had that version. Very sensible, indeed. (She was training to be an Undertaker.) This was a handful of years before the brand pulled out of the North American market, unfortunately.

@JohnCarlyle Жыл бұрын

On a steady run, 60mph for 100 miles with AC off, I got 64mpg. This was in a 1.6 petrol SZ5 too.

@graemelightbody1144 Жыл бұрын

What is the 1.6 manual engine like - is it breathless?

@JohnCarlyle Жыл бұрын

@@graemelightbody1144 Depends what you're used to really. 0-60 is around 11.5 seconds so it's no sports car.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

Manual or automatic gearbox ?

@alanaustin128 13 күн бұрын

The 1.4 boosterjet vitara has a conventional auto gearbox not a dual clutch as stated in the video. However the latest i.5 vitara does have a clutch autochange box.

@keithparish5863 Жыл бұрын

arm rest was introduced in the 2019 facelift =)

@lewishorsman2219 Жыл бұрын

Have Suzuki always been a car maker who make unexpectedly fun cars? Every single one has always surprised me

@thomasfrancis5747 Жыл бұрын

They can make cars for sectors that actually don't really exist, eg the X90 and Kizashi. The Balenos were a bit mundane but there again they make weird cars in Japan that we don't see, eg the Lapin.

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

They're usually light which helps

@Darkelf7201 Жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, I am looking at this for my new car - replacing my Toyota Avensis 2005 version on 165,000 miles. I was thinking the 1.0l Boosterjet S-zt (I think it is). 2018 plus age because I like the facelift. Super impressed by another honest review from you. I have to agree, although the Qashqai looks okay, it's French nonsense underpinnings and atrocious electrics put me straight off....and don't even mention the Nissan Joke. So, yes, I am suitably impressed. Thank you

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Yeah that’s the thing. I’d go with a Vitara

@volt8684 Жыл бұрын

The 1.0 and 1.6 are perfectly adequate

@PS-si7hn Жыл бұрын

One benefit of paddle shifters is that as you hit the top of the rev range (typically while overtaking) and the acceleration "stalls", you can upshift with a paddle shifter and get more acceleration out of the higher gear...hope I am making sense....this is especially true with "weaker" horsepower engines...

@_chipchip Жыл бұрын

I would have said it’s also better for holding gears when you’re on a hill etc.

@philipheathcote2466 Жыл бұрын

Had one since new 2017. New tyres and windscreen wipers that's it. 👌

@lesleybarclay3085 Жыл бұрын

Wondered when you’d get round to covering the Vitara Matt, I have been driving the 1.6 petrol SZ5 Allgrip for over four years now, never had to spend a penny on it other than tyres and servicing, both inexpensive. It averages 53 to the gallon in summer and 48 in winter. The boot is bigger than the Landrover Freelander it replaces, I know this because the boot liner from the Rover fits the Suzuki except that the Suzuki boot is four inches deeper!. The Allgrip comes with all the bells and whistles, including satnav. You need to remember that some manufacturers can charge a grand for satnav, do you really need it when you have CarPlay on your phone?. No heated seats in mine, which I miss, no armrest either, but the good news is that you can get one that matches the seat trim down to the colour of the stitching for £45 on EBay. I drove company cars for over 40 years, Ford,VW,Audi,Volvo,Nissan,Hillman, then my own Subaru Foresters, E Class, Mercedes and Landrover, the Foresters and the Suzuki leave the rest behind. For economy and practicality, reliability, even comfort, Suzuki has been the best. The 1.6 engine IS the one to go for, sadly they have dropped it for these turbo three pot things which are less economical and are sure to prove less reliable, don’t understand the rationale. I think the 1.6 is a Fiat product. Viva Vitara!.

@anon9169 Жыл бұрын

U mean the diesel??? That's what i have a s love it

@DoNpHoBiATV Жыл бұрын

Hi matt. Always wondered how a review would go on here for the suzukis. Good job.I have an sx4 s cross z5 auto all grip. That has the 1.4 turbo engine with 145bhp? That can shift, probably cause it weighs the same as a shed. My old man has the face lift vitara also. Great cars. Pleasantly surprised. Not as refined as a kia but then again, they are significantly cheaper. The interior quality is definitely not as high end, but its functional and durable. Small fuel tank (45lt), we both are getting about 350 miles to a tank.

@kevincroft9848 Жыл бұрын

Nice car Matt would like to drive one nor had a Suzuki before

@kevinwinterburn3116 4 ай бұрын

Excellent review. It has helped with the choice I have to make. It fits the budget, lifestyle and ongoing economy. Many thanks.

@meister_harris5623 Жыл бұрын

My grandad has the same shape as this one but an all black 2018 plate with the 1.4 boosterjet SZ-T manual box. It’s super comfortable and it’s even got a sport mode (which for a small 4x4 actually does something 😂) got all the bells and whistles too, I like the little pinky coloured interior and headlight trims too! has gotta go back to the dealer next week however on recall for a potential failure of brake master cylinder.

@Roblatus Жыл бұрын

The recall that sent for the master brake cylinder. It's for the brake vacuum valve. Just had mine checked.

@paulsuddes1144 Жыл бұрын

Thinking of one for my father….so glad you reviewed the 1.6 auto…cheers

@HighPeakAutos Жыл бұрын

Thats the one to go for

@volt8684 Жыл бұрын

There’s a channel on here from Australia and they are mechanics. They all say the 1.6 is the most reliable but not the fastest. I have driven both manuals and yes 1.4 turbo is faster but not needed

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@devenair681 Жыл бұрын

We did look at the hybrid version of this last year but the plastic interior was poor. The automatic version was some horrible double clutch version developed for the third world in other words cheap so we passed. Had we been looking for a second hand car we might have made a different decision. 🤔🤔 We are 1500 miles in on our Nissan Qashqai ePower and have to say that we love the car. Very nice to drive and no range anxiety 😁 and ideal for us and our 2 dogs. Any qualms about fit and finish can be disregarded as Nissan seems to have got that sorted. The local Suzuki dealer did seem desperate though they were very nice and I wonder whether Suzuki are in some financial bother. Perhaps you might have some insight on that. Another good honest review. 👍👍

@chrisbrown7994 Жыл бұрын

When this generation first came out they weren't selling too well, then the company I then worked for got the contract from Suzuki to paint a load of the roofs a different colour in a bid to help sell them better.

@Idk_about_anything Жыл бұрын

Hmm 🤔 interesting did it work out in the end

@chrisbrown7994 Жыл бұрын

@SI not sure how sales worked out but must of helped abit, it was on going for a year or so, then we stopped doing them, from that point I believe they were getting painted from factory.

@wendyhopkins2902 Жыл бұрын

Great video as always,really informative 👍,makes a change that a suv is slightly smaller it gets harder and harder to find one that fits in a garage 😳

@johnchincotta1qwdb15 Жыл бұрын

Definitely a good work horse with bullet proof mechanics

@rbnhd1144 Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy this Suzuki got a great review, I was a big fan of the old Grand Vitara's and often thought quality rivaled Toyota, That entertainment centre would do my head in, I like plain and simple, maybe an aftermarket unit would be much better, one with knobs etc, you cant have everything but I do like the things you mentioned as they are important to me, comfy seats, easy access, easy to drive and simple, I can see one of these in my future, I do think Suzuki cars are under rated, Love the sport Swift too. I do enjoy your reviews. Top Notch and well informed.

@CatBroiler Жыл бұрын

Yeah, the armrest on a lot of newer Suzukis is a dealer fit option. You can buy one, either from Suzuki or aftermarket, and you screw it into the cubby behind the handbrake.

@Roblatus Жыл бұрын

two suzuki household here, wife has a 2022 Ignis SZ5, its her second one, i have a Vitara S Allgrip.

@ibrahimoussifi5544 Ай бұрын

@@Roblatushello i want to buy a Suzuki Vitara 1.4 boosterjet with a 6 speed automatic gearbox. is this car reliable ? is there any issues ? does this engine suffer from timing chain problems or oil consumption ? is the gearbox reliable ?

@asdreww Жыл бұрын

There was a time a few years ago where I used to see these everywhere. Guessing they were on a very cheap lease deal at the time. Always liked the bolder colours.

@Wreck-Gar Жыл бұрын

I always think of our old family friend Colin Appleyard when I see a Suzuki. He was such a character 🙂

@brianbridle951 Жыл бұрын

I just can't understand you phobia with the underneath of Jap Cars. Never had an issue with the Toyota's during my working life and now retirement. 2004 Corolla Verso, sound as a pound. Prii no worries. The only thing you may wish to be aware of are the rear discs on Prius. They can rust as they are rarely used in "normal" driving. Put "tails" on the little 12v in the boot makes it easier to trickle charge.

@stephandolby Жыл бұрын

Plenty of Vitaras in North Yorkshire. If I was to get one, it would need to be the Boosterjet 1.4 - I'd just want a bit of punch behind it. My experience of the infotainment - on a Swift Attitude - was that it can be a bit finicky though, as I was trying to get a USB stick full of music working for ages to no avail; it literally could've just been that unit, but it worked absolutely fine in my 208. Suzuki's range is a bit simpler than it used to be after the deaths of four of their smaller cars, but it's worth noting that two of the larger offerings are rebadged Toyotas for emissions purposes. The Ignis looks to have some character, something that the Jimny had in spades before it was axed, but overall nothing too flashy across the range - just solid and dependable. Or fast, if you like the Across.

@mthobisikheswa438 Жыл бұрын

The wind noise is not the cars fault, just play your horrendous music preference Matt and you won't hear a thing... wonderful video as always and an extra treat after Man City smashed Arsenal 🤣. CATCH US IF YOU CAN!

@andymccabe6712 Жыл бұрын

Anyone who wasn't an unrealistically optimistic FAN wouldn't say 'catch us if you can' at this stage of THIS season... .... because they definitely might!!!

@markgillard9430 Жыл бұрын

Cheers Matt. Good straightforward video. Looking at one of these to move on from my 07' Freelander 2.

@greyknightsrealm8251 Жыл бұрын

I seriously considered this Vitara for a couple of months, I really rate it and it gets excellent off-road reviews (which is irrelevant to me as I am not a Welsh sheep farmer, but it's nice to know). The only downside was that the cargo space is limited. I have a fairly large dog and he'd have been cramped in the boot, plus, with a poor seats-down 700ish litres of space, it would be no good for the summer camping trips I do with the family. However, as a second car for a family wanting a small SUV it's excellent. I agree about the older models being more reliable, however the 1.4 turbo in the later models does get rave reviews for the performance improvement over the 1.6. In the end I went for a 2015 Hyundai ix35 with the 2.0 diesel engine and 4x4. It was only £8k from a dealer with 70k on the clock and it's excellent. Big boot, well equipped, excellent value for money, plus a tow hitch so I can now tow a camping trailer. Only downside so far is the poor fuel economy which seems a common complaint. Thanks for the review Matt.

@johntate5050 Жыл бұрын

I never put my dog in the boot space. If you're rear ended the dog has virtually no protection.

@badwolf4058 Жыл бұрын

Back in late 2020 I was looking for a daily driver to lease. I had a quote for a Vitara 1.4 boosterjet auto and would probably have gone for it (despite hating the rear lights) but they turned out to be as rare as rocking horse 5h!t due to the hybrid coming out. The alternative was a Seat Ateca 1.5 Evo DSG, which I took - £20 cheaper pcm, too. My Ateca lease ends later this year and I can't wait to be rid of it - the dealer will rob you £250 for an oil change, since the service record is online you're condemned to going to them, and mine is full of bugs - the hill hold fails repeatedly (and dangerously - with a corresponding loss of power), I have warning lights that come on indiscriminately (including, recently, an impending crash warning when I was sitting in stationary traffic) and the radio will change station, sometimes when I indicate and sometimes when I turn the wheel (and no my hands are nowhere near the buttons). The Ateca is nicely equipped and has a nice engine but do I wish I'd had the (boring) Vitara - 'sometimes'. BTW the SEAT dealer has been 'unable to replicate the faults'.

@johngunning2123 Жыл бұрын

Take that Suzuki badge off the front and replace it with the Land Rover emblem and you would more than double sales of these vehicles in the UK and improve Land Rover's reliability reputation. I also miss a central armrest, it just makes getting in and out of a car so much easier.

@anon9169 Жыл бұрын

I got one from eBay works and fits fine!