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Suzuki Grand Vitara I (FT/GT) photos

1998 — 2005 · convertible, suv
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28
specifications
86–156
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10.9 s
best 0–100

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Suzuki Grand Vitara I (FT/GT) photo 16209 57
Suzuki Grand Vitara I (FT/GT) photo 16208 48
Suzuki Grand Vitara I (FT/GT), grey, interior — photo 16207 53
View of the car interior dashboard featuring a four-spoke steering wheel trimmed in dark wood and grey plastic, an analog instrument cluster with speedometer and tachometer, center console air vents, and a manual gear shifter with a rubber boot.

About this generation

The first-generation Suzuki Grand Vitara body-on-frame SUV (FT/GT) was produced from 1998 to 2005.

Launched in 1998, the first-generation Suzuki Grand Vitara (FT/GT series) succeeded the original Vitara as a larger, more refined body-on-frame SUV. Built around a robust ladder-frame chassis with a live rear axle and independent front suspension, the vehicle offered shift-on-the-fly Drive Select 4WD with a dual-range transfer case for true off-road capability. Available body configurations included a 3-door short-wheelbase model, a soft-top convertible, and a spacious 5-door station wagon.

Powertrain choices comprised 1.6-liter (94 hp) and 2.0-liter (128 hp) four-cylinders, alongside a 2.5-liter DOHC V6 producing up to 158 hp. Turbodiesel variants included 2.0-liter Mazda and Peugeot HDi engines. In 2001, Suzuki launched the stretched 7-seater Grand Vitara XL-7 powered by a 2.7-liter V6 engine. A mid-lifecycle cabin redesign in 2003 updated dashboard architecture, climate controls, and upholstery fabrics.

Specifications

28 in 3 body styles

3-door FT 7 specifications

3905 mm153.7 in
Length
1695 mm66.7 in
Width
1690 mm66.5 in
Height
2200 mm86.6 in
Wheelbase
258 l9.1 cu ft
Trunk
195 mm7.7 in
Ground clearance
Petrol
1.6
93hp(69 kW)
1.6 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 14.4 s
Torque
138 Nm (102 lb-ft)
Top speed
150 km/h (93 mph)
Displacement
1590 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
G16B
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1210 kg (2668 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.0 l/100 km (29 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
193 g/km (NEDC)
1.6
93hp(69 kW)
1.6 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 15.6 s
Torque
138 Nm (102 lb-ft)
Top speed
145 km/h (90 mph)
Displacement
1590 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
G16B
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1235 kg (2723 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.8 l/100 km (27 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
213 g/km (NEDC)
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 11.8 s
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1330 kg (2932 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.1 l/100 km (26 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
220 g/km (NEDC)
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 12.8 s
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
155 km/h (96 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1355 kg (2987 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.6 l/100 km (25 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
232 g/km (NEDC)
Diesel
2.0 TD
86hp(64 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 19.8 s
1998–2001
Torque
216 Nm (159 lb-ft)
Top speed
142 km/h (88 mph)
Displacement
1998 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RF
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1455 kg (3208 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
208 g/km (NEDC)
2.0 HDI
107hp(80 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 14.9 s
2001–2003
Torque
250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1997 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RHZ
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1430 kg (3153 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
6.4 l/100 km (37 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
174 g/km (NEDC)
2.0 HDI 16V
107hp(80 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 13.9 s
2001–2005
Torque
270 Nm (199 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1997 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RHW
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1440 kg (3175 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
6.6 l/100 km (36 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
177 g/km (NEDC)

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Cabrio GT 4 specifications

3905 mm153.7 in
Length
1695 mm66.7 in
Width
1690 mm66.5 in
Height
2200 mm86.6 in
Wheelbase
258 l9.1 cu ft
Trunk
195 mm7.7 in
Ground clearance
Petrol
1.6
93hp(69 kW)
1.6 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 14.4 s
Torque
138 Nm (102 lb-ft)
Top speed
150 km/h (93 mph)
Displacement
1590 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
G16B
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1180 kg (2601 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.0 l/100 km (29 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
193 g/km (NEDC)
1.6
93hp(69 kW)
1.6 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 15.6 s
Torque
138 Nm (102 lb-ft)
Top speed
145 km/h (90 mph)
Displacement
1590 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
G16B
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1205 kg (2657 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.8 l/100 km (27 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
213 g/km (NEDC)
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 11.8 s
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1300 kg (2866 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.1 l/100 km (26 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
220 g/km (NEDC)
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 12.8 s
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
155 km/h (96 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1325 kg (2921 lb)
Fuel tank
56 l (14.8 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.6 l/100 km (25 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
232 g/km (NEDC)

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5-door FT 17 specifications

4195 mm165.2 in
Length
1780 mm70.1 in
Width
1740 mm68.5 in
Height
2480 mm97.6 in
Wheelbase
275 l9.7 cu ft
Trunk
195 mm7.7 in
Ground clearance
Petrol
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 13.2 s
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1380 kg (3042 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.3 l/100 km (25 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
230 g/km (NEDC)
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 13.9 s
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
155 km/h (96 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1405 kg (3097 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.8 l/100 km (24 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
239 g/km (NEDC)
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual RWD 0–100 12.8 s
1998–2003
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
165 km/h (103 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1315 kg (2899 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) EPA
2.0
126hp(94 kW)
2.0 l 4-speed automatic RWD 0–100 13.5 s
1998–2003
Torque
174 Nm (128 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1995 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
J20A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1340 kg (2954 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
11.2 l/100 km (21 mpg US) EPA
2.5 V6
142hp(106 kW)
2.5 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 11.5 s
1998–2001
Torque
208 Nm (153 lb-ft)
Top speed
165 km/h (103 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1380 kg (3042 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.2 l/100 km (23 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
247 g/km (NEDC)
2.5 V6
142hp(106 kW)
2.5 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 12.5 s
1998–2001
Torque
208 Nm (153 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1400 kg (3086 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.9 l/100 km (22 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
262 g/km (NEDC)
2.5 V6
142hp(106 kW)
2.5 l 5-speed manual RWD
1998–2001
Torque
208 Nm (153 lb-ft)
Top speed
165 km/h (103 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1315 kg (2899 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
2.5 V6
142hp(106 kW)
2.5 l 4-speed automatic RWD
1998–2001
Torque
208 Nm (153 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1335 kg (2943 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
2.5 V6
156hp(116 kW)
2.5 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 10.9 s
2001–2005
Torque
213 Nm (157 lb-ft)
Top speed
175 km/h (109 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1430 kg (3153 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.6 l/100 km (22 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
256 g/km (NEDC)
2.5 V6
156hp(116 kW)
2.5 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 11.9 s
2001–2005
Torque
213 Nm (157 lb-ft)
Top speed
170 km/h (106 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1455 kg (3208 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
11.1 l/100 km (21 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
268 g/km (NEDC)
2.5 V6
156hp(116 kW)
2.5 l 5-speed manual RWD
2001–2005
Torque
213 Nm (157 lb-ft)
Top speed
175 km/h (109 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1360 kg (2998 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
2.5 V6
156hp(116 kW)
2.5 l 4-speed automatic RWD
2001–2005
Torque
213 Nm (157 lb-ft)
Top speed
170 km/h (106 mph)
Displacement
2493 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
H25A
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1385 kg (3053 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Diesel
2.0 TD
86hp(64 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 19.8 s
1998–2001
Torque
216 Nm (159 lb-ft)
Top speed
145 km/h (90 mph)
Displacement
1998 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RF
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1455 kg (3208 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
216 g/km (NEDC)
2.0 TD
86hp(64 kW)
2.0 l 4-speed automatic 4WD
1998–2001
Torque
216 Nm (159 lb-ft)
Top speed
140 km/h (87 mph)
Displacement
1998 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RF
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1480 kg (3263 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.7 l/100 km (27 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
235 g/km (NEDC)
2.0 HDI
107hp(80 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 14.9 s
2001–2003
Torque
250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1997 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RHZ
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1445 kg (3186 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
6.6 l/100 km (36 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
183 g/km (NEDC)
2.0 HDI 16V
107hp(80 kW)
2.0 l 5-speed manual 4WD 0–100 14.3 s
2001–2005
Torque
270 Nm (199 lb-ft)
Top speed
160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement
1997 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RHW
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1465 kg (3230 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
6.4 l/100 km (37 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
179 g/km (NEDC)
2.0 HDI 16V
107hp(80 kW)
2.0 l 4-speed automatic 4WD 0–100 15.6 s
2001–2005
Torque
270 Nm (199 lb-ft)
Top speed
155 km/h (96 mph)
Displacement
1997 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine
RHW
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
1490 kg (3285 lb)
Fuel tank
66 l (17.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.3 l/100 km (32 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
208 g/km (NEDC)

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