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| Road Test |
The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara slots below the XL7 crossover utility vehicle in size but has a decidedly more rugged focus. A 2006 redesign made the five-passenger Grand Vitara compact SUV more civilized on-road, but it still has the goods to perform decently off-road as well--with features like a ladder frame and truck-style four-wheel-drive with low range gearing.
The redesigned unibody construction, along with a fully independent suspension, makes for kinder, gentler ride and handling characteristics in the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara than the previous truck-based generation could muster.
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| Positive Points |
- -Tough off-road ability
- -City-friendly maneuverability
- -Good, upright driving position
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| Negative Points |
- -Engine lacks torque for heavy loads
- -As thirsty as larger SUVs
- -Bouncy ride on rough pavement
- -Spare tire arrangement makes cargo access cumbersome
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