Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 4WD

20012006 · 12 configurations

Lowest
16
Average
17
Best
17

The Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2006. Over this period, the Grand Vitara XL7 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 16 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 17 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2006
17
2005
17
2004
17
2003
17
2002
17
2001
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Grand Vitara XL7 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Suzuki Suzuki Grand Vitara (2003 on; see model 402 for models prior to 2003) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
50
Total Deaths
36

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
32.0%
Fire Occurrence
2.0%
Speeding Involved
20.0%
DUI Involved
16.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

67%
Front
28%
Side
5%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2018
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2017
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2016
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2015
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2006
6
2002
1
2001
7
Critical
Moderate
Advisory