Suzuki Vitara 2015 (reviews and photos are listed belowin the article) is more compact than its predecessor, and closer in size to the Nissan Juke and Renault Captur, than to the full-size SUV. Unlike its closest rivals, however, the model is also available in all-wheel drive, reinforcing its blunt exterior.
The offer is limited to 1.6-litergasoline and the same amount of diesel engines, while the first is cheaper - it comes with a five-speed manual gearbox, while the diesel is implemented with six speeds. The machine is only available for the first option.
Free space
Those who avoid the panoramic roof, "SuzukiVitara "provides enough space to accommodate a pair of tall adult passengers in the rear seats, who will not feel constrained. But, like most cars of this type, there is a slight rise in the center of the floor, with which the seated will have to put up.
The luggage compartment is slightly larger than the Nissan Juke.And although the storage space is smaller than the Renault Captur, it still has no problems in accommodating the baby carriage. The level of the trunk floor is adjustable, which allows you to raise it and create a completely flat surface with the rear seats folded.
The number of storage spaces in the passenger cabin Suzuki Vitara 2015 reviews of owners are called sufficient - a large glove box is complemented by a set of comfortable cup holders and trays.
Power point
Engine Suzuki Vitara 2015 reviews are called neitherespecially quiet, not very noisy, and the sounds they make are not particularly unpleasant. On the highway, the diesel behaves more smoothly and quietly, although a significant noise level from the wind and road surface indicates that there is still work to be done.
According to the owners, the ride is steady, but tightly controlled, as a vehicle of such a height should be, therefore tangible bumps on the road will rarely knock the car off the track.
A large number of adjustments of the seat and steering wheel of the Suzuki Vitara 2015 are called by user reviews very convenient - they will not have problems installing a comfortable position.
Dashboard
Unlike the larger Suzuki S-Cross,the Vitara car radio does not have any physical buttons. Instead, all controls are integrated into the central touch screen, up to volume control. At the same time, the system is quite responsive. The font used, however, is a bit small, which makes it difficult to quickly read the inscriptions, which makes even elementary tasks more difficult than they should be.
The control of the cabin heating is more traditional, which, according to the owners, is even better, although it is set too low on the dashboard.
Salon
Interior Suzuki Vitara 2015 reviews calldurable, but the materials used in it, in particular plastics, are terribly hard and rough, and instruments, such as analog clocks, look extremely cheap.
Положение водителя не особо высокое по стандартам 4x4 SUVs, but it still provides a good front view. And although there are a few blind spots in the back, they are not as bad as many other machines of this type.
Suzuki Vitara 2015: reviews and handling characteristics
Легкость рулевого управления и точное Gear changes make it easier to drive in the city, although for parking a car seems too wide. In addition, the high sensitivity of the steering wheel means that in order to control the Suzuki Vitara on the highways, the driver will have to adjust the direction of its movement too often. Overtaking is much easier to do in a modification with a diesel engine due to the higher average torque. However, even the petrol version has enough power not to slow down the overall flow if the driver is ready to switch one or two steps down in hilly terrain.
Four-wheel drive is available only in the more expensive models of Suzuki Vitara 2015.
Reviews from Europe suggest thatThe car’s rather stiff suspension prevents it from bending too far or swinging around bends, which provides excellent control over the vehicle.
The steering responds quickly at first, and then gets a little blurry. But the grip is adequate, even for the front-wheel drive version.
Although petrol modification lacks powerdiesel, this option is much better suited "Vitara" than the heavier S-Cross and, unusual for this type of car, the model comes to life when it is skillfully managed. A turbocharged engine mounted on the S model gives real joy, showing drive and energy.
In 2014, the company "Suzuki" receivedmediocre ratings in the customer satisfaction survey, ranking 23rd in the list of 26 manufacturers, although it should be noted that only one modification was then included, Swift.
Like the Nissan Juke, the Vitara is covered by a three-year 100,000-kilometer warranty, but it does not reach four years from Renault Capture.
Fuel economy
Дизельная «Витара» показала потребление топлива at the level of 4 liters per 100 kilometers in European tests, compared with 3.8 liters of Renault Capture, but this parameter meets the specifications of most other models in this class. However, in reality, we should expect a more realistic 5.1 liters.
Petrol modification claims 5.3 liters in testsEU and respectable 6.6 l for user feedback. When choosing an automatic transmission, an increase in consumption of 0.5–0.6 liters per 100 km should be expected.
Unlike competitors Nissan Juke and Renault Capture, Suzuki Vitara can not offer the amount of emissions of CO2 less than 100 g / km, so taxes on a car are not so low, although insurance costs are comparable.
A little bit strange is that, besides the base model,The Vitara costs almost as much as a slightly larger S-Cross modification, with both vehicles equipped with the same engines. This makes the second modification is clearly more profitable acquisition.
And if there is a desire to spend money on the all-wheel drive diesel version, then you should wait and look at the Skoda Yeti or Nissan Qashqai.
Security systems
In the standard "Vitara" comeswith seven airbags, including to protect the driver's knees, which ensures her maximum five stars in the tougher crash test of Euro 2015 NCA.
Car Suzuki Vitara 2015 owner reviewsprefer, in comparison with Renault Captur and Fiat 500X, from the point of view of protection of the driver, the adult passenger and the passenger child. The model shows good results thanks to advanced security systems. They include active cruise control and support for radar braking with top-end SZ5 modifications, so the brakes are automatically activated if the system considers that a collision is inevitable.
Suzuki Vitara 2015: reviews and review of modifications
The Vitara line consists of three levels of specifications, starting with the SZ4, which includes 16-inch alloy wheels, DAB radio, air conditioning, electric windows and cruise control.
According to users, upgrading to versionSZ-T justifies itself if only because it includes 17-inch light-alloy wheels, satellite navigation, the ability to connect a smartphone and a rear-view camera.
Cars top-end modification SZ5 get automatic emergency braking, panoramic roof, front and rear parking sensors, LED headlights and windshield wipers with rain sensors.
Meanwhile, the sports S-model is equipped with elegant accessories for the body and trimmed with Alcantara with red stitching. However, for this privilege will need to significantly pay.
In addition to this, a couple of styling packages are offered to choose from, which will allow you to update the appearance of the Vitara.
Verdict
If the future owner can coexist withcheap plastic, the “Suzuki Vitara” will become for him a functional car, with a good level of standard equipment and an economical engine. Versions with high specifications that almost stand out like the Skoda Yeti and Nissan Qashqai, such as the SZ5 and the Suzuki Grand Vitara 2015, user reviews are recommended to be avoided.
