Against 348 other 4-cyl cars rated 2011–2013, the Grand Vitara trails their 26.7 mpg average by 4.7 mpg, about $307 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1999, the 2.4L 4-cyl (2009–2013), does 22 mpg and the thirstiest, the 2.5L 6-cyl (1999–2005), 18: $388 a year apart.
Every Suzuki Grand Vitara engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 19 / 25.4 | 2009–2013 | $1,745 | |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 18 / 24 | 2009–2010 | $1,920 | |
| 2.7L 6-cyl | 17 / 22 | 2006–2008 | $2,021 | |
| 2.5L 6-cyl | 17 / 19.3 | 1999–2005 | $2,133 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Jeep Liberty gets 18 mpg, the Nissan Xterra 18 mpg and the Cadillac SRX 19 mpg, next to 22 mpg for the 2013 Grand Vitara. The Grand Vitara is the cheapest of them to run: $388 a year less than the Jeep Liberty.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2013) | $0.145 |
| Fuel per year | $1,745 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,725 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 2011–2013 | +$307 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,206 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara gives up 6 mpg in town: 25 on the highway against 19 in the city, $485 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2013) | 19 mpg | $2,021 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 25 mpg | $1,536 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6 mpg (32%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Grand Vitara changed over the years
The Grand Vitara peaked in 2013 at 22 mpg (19 city, 25 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2005 at 18 — 4 mpg apart, or $388 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 / 25 | 1 | $1,745 | |
| 2012 | 19 / 25 | 1 | $1,745 | |
| 2011 | 19 / 25 | 1 | $1,745 | |
| 2010 | 18.5 / 25 | 2 | $1,829 | |
| 2009 | 18.5 / 25 | 2 | $1,829 | |
| 2008 | 17 / 22 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2007 | 17 / 22 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2006 | 17 / 22 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2005 | 17 / 20 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2004 | 17 / 20 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2003 | 17 / 19 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2002 | 17 / 19 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2001 | 17 / 19 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2000 | 17 / 19 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 1999 | 17 / 19 | 1 | $2,133 |
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How we count
This page rests on 17 EPA ratings of the Suzuki Grand Vitara — 4 engines across 1999–2013. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $3,206. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara get?
22 mpg combined, 19 city and 25 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1999 the Grand Vitara has averaged 19.6 mpg.
Is the 2013 Grand Vitara more efficient than the 2012?
About the same: 22 against 22 mpg combined.
Which Grand Vitara year has the best gas mileage?
The 2013, at 22 mpg combined (19 city, 25 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
Does the Grand Vitara get better gas mileage than the Jeep Liberty?
Yes: 22 mpg for the 2013 Grand Vitara against 18 for the 2012 Jeep Liberty, about $388 a year less to run.
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