

Jack Quick
2024 Suzuki Vitara review
Pros
- Peppy turbo engine
- Light on its feet
- Plenty of visibility
Cons
- Expensive among fresher rivals
- Ageing interior, too many hard plastics
- Halogen high-beams
2 Years Ago
The 1996 Suzuki Vitara is a small SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $24,550 for the JX variant and topping out at $37,950 for the JLX variant.
There are 2 variants of the Vitara available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-1993.
The 1996 Vitara was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Suzuki Vitara include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder (71kW/132Nm) and 2.0L v6 (100kW/172Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
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The Suzuki Vitara comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being JX and the most expensive being JLX.


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2023
$29,990
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$35,990
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$35,990
2023
$39,990
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,630 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,630 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,200 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 425 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Suzuki Vitara Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
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1996 Suzuki Vitara
The cheapest Suzuki Vitara is the JX variant that starts from $24,550.
See all Suzuki Vitara PricingThe most expensive Suzuki Vitara is the JLX variant that starts from $37,950.
See all Suzuki Vitara PricingThe largest Suzuki Vitara is the JLX variant which measures 1695mm wide, 4125mm in length and sits 1695mm tall.
The most powerful Suzuki Vitara is the JLX variant which has 100kW of power and 172nm of torque.
The Suzuki Vitara is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Suzuki Vitara is the JLX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1875 kg.
The Suzuki Vitara uses Unleaded Petrol.
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