Suzuki Vitara

Suzuki Vitara
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The Suzuki Vitara is a five-seat SUV with production beginning in 1988. It features a four-cylinder petrol engine of 1,416 cm³ displacement producing 91 kW, with a top speed of 187 km/h and CO₂ emissions of 148 g/km. In Norway, new registrations totalled 2,250 vehicles between 2019 and 2022, with a notable decline from 813 registrations in 2019 to 357 in 2022. The vehicle has recorded three recalls in the EU Safety Gate database.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerSuzuki
ProductionFrom 1988
Body typeSUV
FuelPetrol
Engine power84 kW (113 hp)
CO₂ (WLTP)123 g/km
Kerb weight1,290 kg
Displacement1,424 cc
Cylinders4
Top speed187 km/h
DrivetrainRear-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)10.8 l/100 km
Dimensions and layout
Length4,178 mm
Width1,780 mm
Height1,603 mm
Seats5
Doors5

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 30 European countries that registered the Suzuki Vitara in 2025 (53,622 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations in Norway

Number of Suzuki Vitara registered for the first time in Norway per year.

Suzuki Vitara first registrations in Norway per year
2019813
2020428
2021652
2022357
2023152
2024172
202512

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations by country (2025)

Number of Suzuki Vitara cars registered for the first time across 30 European countries in 2025.

CountryRegistrations
Italy10,516
Germany7,012
Hungary5,400
France5,375
Greece4,310
United Kingdom3,321
Spain2,478
Poland2,139
Croatia2,089
Netherlands1,639
Romania1,631
Austria1,265
Belgium1,246
Czechia1,119
Slovakia853

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Suzuki Vitara (from registration data). 5 variants.

Engine variants for Suzuki Vitara
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.0 l · 3-cyl176 km/h
1.4 l · 4-cyl191 km/h
1.5 l · 4-cyl180 km/h
1.6 l · 4-cyl180 km/h
2.0 l · 4-cyl

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

Generations

Other Suzuki models

Similar SUV models

Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 90% of Suzuki Vitaras pass their MOT test first time, based on 57,969 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

2 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Suzuki Vitara. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Greece)

    The abrasion coefficient modification coating may not been have been applied on the rear axle bolts during the manufacturing of the bolts. The bolts might consequently loosen, come off or break. If this happens, the vehicle could become impossible to drive.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-04-01

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Hungary)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-02-23

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Suzuki recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Suzuki Vitara?
The Suzuki Vitara has a rated top speed of 187 km/h.
How much power does the Suzuki Vitara have?
The Suzuki Vitara produces 84 kW (113 hp).
What are the dimensions of the Suzuki Vitara?
The Suzuki Vitara is 4,178 mm long, 1,780 mm wide and 1,603 mm tall.
How much does the Suzuki Vitara weigh?
The Suzuki Vitara has a kerb weight of about 1,290 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the Suzuki Vitara?
The Suzuki Vitara emits 123 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
How many seats does the Suzuki Vitara have?
The Suzuki Vitara has 5 seats.