Suzuki in the UK has announced details of its upcoming hybrid powertrain, called a Self-Charging Hybrid, which will become available on the Swift Sport, Vitara and S-Cross models during the first half of 2020. The new system promises a 15 per cent reduction in fuel consumption across the WLTP combined […]
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2019 Suzuki Vitara Turbo AWD review (video)
If you’re after a nice piece of transport that’s reliable, practical, and very economical, but you wouldn’t mind some fun thrown into the mix, you’re looking in the right place. The 2019 Suzuki Vitara Turbo AWD seems to promise exactly that. Suzuki Australia introduced the facelifted Vitara range early this […]
2019 Suzuki Vitara Series II review – Australian launch
It’s one of the most humble SUVs on the market, yet it has more than a few tricks up its sleeve to take down plenty of rivals. And now it’s been updated. Welcome to the 2019 Suzuki Vitara, the series II. While sampling the new Suzuki Jimny at the Melbourne […]
2019 Suzuki Vitara Series II confirmed for Australia
Suzuki Australia has just confirmed the Vitara Series II will arrive in Australia during the first quarter of 2019, following its initial unveiling in overseas-spec earlier this year. The Vitara Series II will be available in three trims levels, spanning from the base Vitara, Vitara Turbo, to the top Vitara […]
2019 Suzuki Vitara revealed, 1.0T engine replaces 1.6L
The 2019 Suzuki Vitara facelift has been unveiled in European specification, showcasing a freshened up design, enhanced technology, and a revised powertrain lineup. A similar update is expected for the Australian market later this year. Under the bonnet, Suzuki is replacing the 1.6-litre petrol version with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol three-cylinder. […]
Video: 1990s Suzuki Vitara ad is a masterpiece
Car ads are, generally speaking, quite boring and derivative. Other than the odd spot of imagination, there is an over-reliance on special offers and features to try and woo the buyer in the all-important 30-second grab. Every now and then, though, there are some extraordinarily clever ones that stick in […]
2016 Suzuki Vitara Turbo vs Honda HR-V: small SUV comparison
SPECS PACKAGE DRIVE VERDICT To try and help you decipher the small SUV market, today we’re taking a look at two Japanese underdogs of the segment; the 2016 Honda HR-V and the new Suzuki Vitara S Turbo. Both of these are quite popular in Australia, although, they can’t catch the […]
India vs Pakistan: Cars from emerging markets
This week we bring you four overseas vehicles which are not on sale in Australia. Two are from India and two are from Pakistan. Maruti-Suzuki Vitara Brezza The newest shape Suzuki Vitara, which has only recently gone on sale, is considerably shorter than the model it replaces, now squaring off […]