4x4 vs. 4x2 Grand Vitara

norstar2k · Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 11:31 pm Post subject:

I full up at half tank which costs appx $120 Premium (it's a 66 liter tank). Gas consumption on the SGV 4x4 is severly affected by driving style (lead foot) and operating conditions.

tr1ad · Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 11:39 pm Post subject:

dam that's a lot of gas

Mini · Posted: Thu Nov 15, 2007 6:43 am Post subject:

I get about 420kms to a tank of maybe around $160 or thereabouts

I do highway running everyday.. and on evenings when it's cool, I don't use the AC

norstar2k · Posted: Thu Nov 15, 2007 9:09 am Post subject:

~*SiLvA MeRa*~ · Posted: Fri Nov 16, 2007 3:10 pm Post subject:

Mini · Posted: Fri Nov 16, 2007 4:14 pm Post subject:

^^^ it's how you drive... hell i got over 440kms one time... the average on my fuel economy display is 8.1 km/l ... i don't accelerate hard... in fact I doubt my van ever hit 5,000 rpm

~*SiLvA MeRa*~ · Posted: Sat Nov 17, 2007 8:29 am Post subject:

hmmm sounds interesting Mini, i will give it a try and see if my mileage improves...
by the way, does any body get a old stale smell when you put on the a/c after the van has been parked up for awhile but after a few minutes , it blows clean....this happens everytime i start the van up on a morning even if i set it to pull fresh air from outside and not recycle....i still getting the same smell....i think i will take it in soon cuz my service date farrrrr....

flaquito · Posted: Sat Nov 17, 2007 6:29 pm Post subject:

i feel i buying the 4x2 cus i paying 20k less (discount) i not going and take m new SUV offroading ( i have a van for that anyway) and I could use the extra mey on some accesories.. i hop i mad the right decision. I was also thinking of putting 19inch rims.. Anywhre in Trinidad has deent prices? also want to put the flat side steps - the black ones, but 10k in Lifestyle!!!

flaquito · Posted: Sat Nov 17, 2007 6:49 pm Post subject:

is the 2008 model going to change in appearance?

norstar2k · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2007 1:09 am Post subject:

GVTrini07 · Street 2NR Joined: 15 Oct 2007 Tech posts: 93 My 2NRide:

~*SiLvA MeRa*~ - The Scent you get is mildew forming on the filter for the A/C. Let me guess, you use only recycled air! Easy fix. Take off the Glove Compartment. You will see the AC Filter Cover. Pull it out and there is the filter inside. Spray it with some light detergent spray, yuh know dem thing that yuh get in the super market, run the A/C in recycled for a little while to get the excess off (Leave the Windows Down while you do). Mount back up and your problem should be solved (10 Minuite Job). You can also use some of that in the external Air intake bottom of the Wind Shield if necessary. I had tried once spraying some air freshner on the filter itself. Works for a day or so then gone. Too much hassel to do it again. However to get the mildew scent out, I recommend the detergent spray.

Mileage - My mileage varies to how I drive. I got some 440's some 225's etc. Mini is right. It is how you drive. You also get more mileage running highway than short trips (According to my expreience)

Side Steps and Front Bar - Yes they do Lower your vehicle. I have had my side steps and Front Bar installesd and I now regret because of that. I am looking at putting a larger wall tire when the stock ones goes. Should get me back up an Inch or so then I'll think about what to do from there.

Flaquito -

Nice to know your soon to become a GV owner. There is a warranty issue with using larger size rims on the GV. Lifestyle only allows you one size increase and thats all. If you put larger Rims you are at the mercy of the Service Department. Contact Wayne at Lifestyle Motors - he is the service manager and let him guide you on what you can and cannot to to your new zuki. I was glad I consulted them before spending money on some 22" Blacks.

PS - Anyone changed the Audio System on their GV. Interested to see what you all have done.

GV Accessories other than Life Style - Car Boutique in St. James - They have the Chrome accessories;
4x4 Accessories (Auto Air) - Cipero Street San Fernando - Side Steps and Front Bars; Glenns Car Accessories Montrose - Back Up Camera

Hope this helps

Regards

GVTrini07

norstar2k · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2007 8:27 pm Post subject:

Ah wonder if anybody has this bumper:

flaquito · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2007 8:57 pm Post subject:

aye boy i real like that bumper....efinitly let me know if you locate one - where did you find it?

thanks for the advice GV...something to think about..any idea how much 4x4 accessories has the side steps for? i'm in England now, offshore, so its hard to contac these people

norstar2k · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2007 11:03 pm Post subject:

flaquito, u in the right place, check this;

http://www.suzukigenuineaccessories.co.uk/

flaquito · Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2007 10:16 pm Post subject:

waaayyy.....some nice stuff, but it must cost more to ship it down than the actual price.. i wonder if i could bring the side steps through customs

tr1ad · Posted: Wed Nov 21, 2007 4:14 am Post subject:

price go be jumping up way more ^

conswaylos · Posted: Sat Feb 16, 2008 12:35 am Post subject:

if yuh going and bling it go with d 2wd cause it is lest maintenance. and yuh eh going off road. and plus it cheaper

bgh · Posted: Wed Aug 26, 2009 4:51 pm Post subject:

...4x2 breds it a great SUV...
gas 140-145 Super and about 440 - 480 depends on traffic.
east west HW.

add Tweeters, thinking about a Sub. Horn upgrade soon 2...

GVTrini07 · Street 2NR Joined: 15 Oct 2007 Tech posts: 93 My 2NRide:

Bgh I did complete Audio installation makeover. DVD HU, amps, 3-way front stage (A-Pillar, Kick Panel, Doors) with sub. Sound/Vibration dampened. Music has never sounded better!

Suzuki Sportsman · Posted: Thu Aug 27, 2009 11:12 am Post subject: