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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005

The 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara range of configurations is currently priced from $2,640.

The 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1850 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara is also known as the Suzuki Escudo in markets outside Australia.

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Suzuki Grand Vitara here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • My 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is displaying an error code and the engine check light is broken

    You have at least two separate problems here. The first is the error code suggesting the camshafts are out of phase (retarded). This is often the result of the cam-chain having stretched and requiring replacement. Fundamentally, once the chain stretches, the on-board computer detects this and illuminates the check-engine light as well as logging the fault code. If this is the case, the repairs could easily run into the thousands. However, it could also be a fault with the sensor that reads the camshaft position or something else altogether, but the timing chain would be the prime suspect. It could also cause a slow idle such as you've noted.

    The second problem is that the check-engine light was either broken or deliberately disabled to disguise the fault with the cam-chain. I'm certainly not accusing the seller of doing this, but it can't be ruled out. And yes, an illuminated check-engine light is a roadworthy item, so the car would (or should) not have passed a roadworthy inspection with the lamp illuminated.

    Whether the roadworthy tester is at fault will come down to whether they knew the check-engine light was faulty or not. Of course, if the light was already broken when the car was presented for inspection, that would muddy the waters further.

    I sincerely hope you bought the car from a licensed car dealer and not a private seller. If it was the latter, you'll have little to no chance of gaining compensation for what could be a very expensive problem. But if you bought the car from a dealer, then you should have some come-back, especially once you prove that the check-engine light was either broken or disabled at the time you inspected the car prior to purchase. That's partly because of Australian consumer laws as well as the fact that the dealer needs to provide the roadworthy certificate and is responsible for its accuracy.

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  • What seven or eight-seater cars can be flat towed?

    The Suzuki Grand Vitara is kind of considered the last of the four-wheel-drives that can be successfully flat-towed. That’s because it has a driveline that has a neutral position where the wheels are entirely disconnected from the driveline. In cars without this facility, flat-towing is a no-go as damage will be done to the transmission if they are flat-towed (flat-towing, of course, referring to the practice of towing a vehicle without a trailer and, therefore, with all four of its wheels on the ground).

    Even in a vehicle with a conventional automatic transmission which does, indeed, have a neutral position, the gearbox would be destroyed by flat towing as the driveshaft will still be turning the inside of the transmission. A car with a manual transmission should be able to be flat-towed, but finding a new car with a clutch pedal these days will be the big challenge. Certainly that’s the case in the type of multi-seater vehicle you’ve nominated. And many modern four-wheel-drives and SUVs have permanent all-wheel-drive which is also mechanically unsuitable for flat-towing.

    The other catch is that a lot of car-makers say that flat-towing their product will void any driveline warranty. You need to check with each manufacturer before taking the plunge. And don’t forget that different states and territories have different rules about flat-towing (it is legal across Australia, but the details vary). You also need to keep in mind towing limits which vary across different makes and models. Flat-towing is big in North America, but it has never really caught on here.

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  • Does the 2017 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 have a timing belt or a timing chain?

    The Suzuki J24B engine in your vehicle has a timing chain and not a timing belt. The chain should be good for the life of the engine provided the engine is serviced correctly.

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  • What engine coolant should I use in my 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

    Many owners of Suzukis of this era are shifting from the original green-coloured coolant to the long-life blue type (believe it or not, engine coolants are broadly identifiable by colour these days). Make sure that whatever brand you buy is borate and silicate-free, as this is important for Japanese engines (European engines, in comparison, need Phosphate-free coolant).

    If you’re still unsure, you can buy coolant form a Suzuki dealership spare parts department and know that you’re getting the right product. One other tip; don’t mix coolants. Like oils, coolants are a sophisticated blend of base-product and additives and these formulations, when mixed, can cancel out some of the protection you’re paying for.

     

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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Towing capacity

The Suzuki Grand Vitara’s towing capacity ranges from 1200kg to 1850kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Suzuki Grand Vitara Model Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
(4X4) SUV 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1600kg
Sports (4X4) (wide) SUV 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1600kg
Sports (4X4) (wide) SUV 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 1600kg
(4X4) SUV 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1850kg
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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1810mm x 1740mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Dimensions  include 1695mm height, 1810mm width, 4470mm length.
Suzuki Grand Vitara Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
(4X4) SUV 1695x1810x4005 mm 200 mm
Sports (4X4) (wide) SUV 1740x1780x3930 mm 200 mm
(4X4) SUV 1695x1810x4470 mm 200 mm
Sports (4X4) SUV 1740x1780x4395 mm 200 mm
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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Price and Specs

The Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 is currently available from $2,640 for the Grand Vitara Sports (4x4) up to $9,790 for the Grand Vitara (4X4).

Pricing guides

$6,215
Based on third party pricing data
Lowest Price
$2,640
Highest Price
$9,790
Suzuki Grand Vitara Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
(4X4) SUV 2.7L ULP 5 SP AUTO $6,160 $8,690
(4X4) SUV 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO $6,930 $9,790
(4X4) SUV 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN $6,050 $8,580
(4X4) SUV 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN $6,050 $8,580
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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Suzuki Grand Vitara spans from 16x6.5 inches.

Suzuki Grand Vitara Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
(4X4) SUV 225x70 R16 16x6.5 inches 225x70 R16 16x6.5 inches
Sports (4X4) (wide) SUV 235x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 235x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
Sports (4X4) SUV 235x60 R16 16x7 inches 235x60 R16 16x7 inches
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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Suzuki Grand Vitara currently offers fuel consumption from 8.9 to 11.6L/100km. The Suzuki Grand Vitara is available with the following fuel type: ULP.

Suzuki Grand Vitara Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
(4X4) SUV 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN 9L/100km
(4X4) SUV 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN 9.2L/100km
(4X4) SUV 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 10.1L/100km
(4X4) SUV 2.7L,ULP,5 SP AUTO 11.6L/100km
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