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Though it is a one-trim vehicle, you can get your 2006 Grand Vitara in a number of ways, from a two-wheel-drive gentleman to a four-wheel-drive roughneck. Given its prowess navigating rocks and tough terrain, it seems a shame to purchase a pedestrian base model, though price may be a consideration.
Standard on all Grand Vitaras is a 2.7-liter V6 engine, as well as features such as automatic climate control; a digital clock with outside temperature display; power door locks, mirrors and windows; and an AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo system that plays MP3s through the CD slot and not an auxiliary port. The Grand Vitara is also prepped for XM satellite radio. What is perhaps most impressive, however, are the safety features that come standard on all 2006 Grand Vitaras, including an electronic stability system with traction control, and antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution. Passive safety equipment includes six airbags in total, with side curtain airbags for both rows.
A sticker price of $19,594.00 (inc. $599 destination charge) buys you a two-wheel-drive variant, equipped with a five-speed manual transmission. You can get a five-speed automatic for a little more. A Grand Vitara with a full-time single mode four-wheel-drive system and a manual transmission costs $20,794.00. Base model options include a Premium package for $900 that includes a six-disc in-dash CD changer, alloy wheels and privacy glass. One step up is the XSport at $21,694.00, which includes the Premium package and a five-speed automatic plus a keyless entry and start system. The XSport 4WD variant bumps up to a four-mode system for $23,094.00.Add leather, wood trim and 17-inch alloy wheels and you’ve got yourself the Luxury model, priced at $23,594.00 for 2WD and $24,994.00 for the 4WD version.
And oh yes. It’s bigger, too – bigger inside than the previous Grand Vitara, and among the largest in the small SUV segment. With more room in which to stretch your piggies, your perspective gets better, you become calmer and generally feel more relaxed. As for storage, the Grand Vitara offers 24.4 cubic feet of cargo volume with the rear seats up, expanding to 68.9 cubic feet with rear seats down, and a 60/40 rear seat split helps maximize utility. That’s enough for what most people need in an SUV of this size. Upfront, controls and gadgets fit well together and are easy to use, and tactile feel is pleasant. You’ll find the dashboard and the center console understandable and intuitive. It’s as if the interior designers went back to the basics with the 2006 Grand Vitara, making convenience the primary goal. To wit, all models come with audio controls on the steering wheel, a feature that is increasingly required for virtually all vehicles. One of the only potential issues with the Grand Vitara’s interior is in back. Compared to the comfort given to front passengers, with nice quality seats made of decent material, the rear seats are good, but you can find better headroom in other competitors.
*Base M.S.R.P. shown here does not include tax, title, or destination charges.
Dealer prices may vary. Models shown here do not necessarily represent base models.
SUVs handle differently from ordinary passenger cars. Federal law cautions to avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers. Always wear your seatbelt. For specific details, please read your owners manual.
