Used Suzuki Vitara for sale

What types of used Suzuki Vitara cars are there?

A used Suzuki Vitara is a more affordable alternative to the Range Rover Evoque and is arguably more reliable.   

This is a crossover SUV that offers plenty of space, practicality, comfort, safety and reliability. It first came out in 1988 and has since come on a long way, becoming a more civilised and appropriate family vehicle instead of a rugged off-road vehicle.   

The current shape arrived in 2015 to take on the Peugeot 2008, Nissan Juke and Renault Captur – and it does a very good job of this too.    

– Read our Suzuki Vitara review

Think of it as a more grown-up, larger version of the Suzuki Jimny, one of the most impressive budget off-roaders on the market.  

It also comes with the Suzuki reputation for being an all-rounder that you know you can rely on.   

Popular Suzuki Vitara trims 

Fortunately, Suzuki’s trim levels make a lot of sense, because they go in numerical order. The only anomaly is the SZ-T model, which sits just below the range-topping SZ5. 

> Suzuki Vitara SZ4 - Mid-spec SZ4 model with cruise control, Bluetooth, and air-conditioning 

> Suzuki Vitara SZ-T - High-spec SZ-T version with sat-nav, reversing camera and upgraded safety kit 

> Suzuki Vitara SZ5 - Range-topping SZ5 with all-round parking sensors, adaptive cruise control and panoramic sunroof 

Suzuki Vitara history 

There were three versions of the Suzuki Vitara before the one we’re familiar with today, but after some time away, Suzuki revived the name for the fourth-generation model.

> Suzuki Vitara fourth-generation (2015) - Smart-looking crossover that has SUV appeal and plenty of design features 

> Facelifted Suzuki Vitara (2018) - Minor exterior redesign, more safety equipment, and efficient engine upgrades 

> Mild hybrid Suzuki Vitara (2020) - 1.4-litre petrol with some electrical assistance to boost efficiency and reduce emissions 

> Hybrid Suzuki Vitara (2022) - Capable of a few town miles using electric power only, but smaller boot to accommodate battery 

What features does the Suzuki Vitara have?

Inside, the Vitara follows Suzuki’s trend of being simple yet effective. This is no bad thing, however, because everything is where it should be, and the entire cabin is very clean and functional.   

Any Suzuki Vitara model will come with plenty of options to listen to music, including digital radio, a CD player, Bluetooth/USB connectivity and steering wheel-mounted controls. 

Higher model trims include a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with built-in sat-nav and better speakers.   

There's also Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring on offer. 

Overall interior space is impressive too, and it offers plenty of legroom and headroom for passengers and the driver.    

The boot measures in at 375 litres and grows to 710 litres with the rear seats folded flat. The opening for the boot is nice and wide, allowing plenty of room to slide cases or boxes in.   

You can see the full range of features in each model by taking a look at our current used Suzuki Vitara listings. 

Is the Suzuki Vitara reliable?

Suzuki has a track record of producing reliable vehicles, and the used Suzuki Vitara is just that.

It offers some great and very reliable engine options that have been tried and tested over the years, and it features amazing build quality. 

How much does the Suzuki Vitara cost to run?

Every Suzuki Vitara for sale comes with a petrol engine, but you’ll have a choice of turbocharged and non-turbocharged units, plus mild hybrid and regular hybrid setups. Even the turbocharged and mild hybrid engines can get around 40mpg on a good run, despite the car’s size. 

The used Suzuki Vitara also benefits from being in low insurance groups, and parts should be easy to come by and affordable, too. 

Who is the Suzuki Vitara suitable for?

The Suzuki Vitara would be the perfect vehicle for someone wanting a practical, fuel-efficient and cheap-to-run 4x4 that offers good comfort and enjoyment.   

Depending on which Suzuki Vitara for sale you’ve got your eye on, it may be that it excels at going off-road or that it’s good for towing a trailer or light caravan, without you having to fork out the high price associated with more premium SUVs. 

Its main rivals include the Peugeot 2008, Nissan Juke and Renault Captur.