Suzuki Grand Vitara JB / JT.I Trekker (2006-2008)

Bought new 2007, owned it till Nov 2021 – Owned our 2.7lt V6 Auto Grand Vitara Trekker since new in 2007 and just recently sold. Extremely reliable, great build quality, excellent vehicle for towing with good low down torque. Currently have 162,000 on the clock with no major faults. Just had new tyres and new suspension done, feels like new again after 15 years. Still has original… Read more

brake shoes on rear and not needing replacement! I have found in 15 yrs of ownership need to replace both battery and tyres every 5 years, as tyres last about 55,000klms. General servicing is easy and very affordable. The auto trans is bullet proof with its servicing by the book being only a fluid change at 160,000klms, yes that's right.

Overall we are very happy with the car, the only two real issues is that it has a small oil leak now, and can be slightly heavy on fuel at around 11lts per 100klms around town.

A 9/10. And to be honest, whilst I could buy a new car, I can't see a suitable replacement on offer at this point in time.

If anyone was in the market for a good mid size second hand SUV 4WD, I wouldn't worry about age and buy one of these with either the 2.7lt or 3.2lt V6 engines.

Kizashi engine fits in Grand Vitara – Re: common GV Cracked j24b block and or cracked head. Swaped late model, 2012, Kizashi engine into my 2010 Grand vitara. Used GV intake and exhaust manifolds and GV sump and dipstick. The Grand vitara runs Beautifully again. Just so everyone knows... Show details

An expensive throw away car – Bought a 2006 with less than 180, 000 kms on it, after a month of driving, started making a knocking noise in the motor. Was told it was a timing chain and quoted $3000 to fix it. Got rid of it and bought a 2007 trecker. That's just clocked 80, 000 and now has a big end bearing on the way out. I have owned seven suzuki 4wds, five of them pre 2000, and couldn't fault them. These last two are absolute over priced rubbish.  Show details

2006 2.7Lt V6 143KW Trekker Pack Manual has been Excellent! 10 years old now – Purchased new, now at 90,000 km. Clutch replaced at 85,000 for $1300 including parts + white plastic part on a roller off the front of the engine cost $220 including parts which affected the power steering but is all good now. Engine has been bullet proof, great torque for towing boats or caravan and 4WDing. Very quick off the lights!! Insanely… Read more

good off-road with very high power to weight ratio and 4L 4H and AWD gearbox.

Seats would be better if they folded flat which is annoying.

Its been a great car. Has been hammered and the shockers all still pass the test but one requires replacement soon.

There isn't another car in this class with high power (143kW) to weight ratio, low range gearbox in an SUV sized vehicle. Its easier to park than a commodore or falcon as it fits into tighter parks.

Has stereo and cruise control on the steering wheel and a great stereo which makes long drives very comfortable.

The engine and gearbox combination I can't see in any other 4wd currently so can't see any reason to upgrade.

Excellent – I had GV V6 from brand new for 8 years now ,so far no problem with this car at all. Even we offroad driving a lot .very strong SUV . Now I'm looking for to update it to a diesel engine , but with Suzuki engine don't come with an auto so . I think I have to wait for a while Very capable off road No protection for the radiator Show details

Bad – Loved the car (2009 Suzuki GV Diesel Trekker)but are now selling because of warranty and Suzuki customer care reasons. I would not recommend diesel model to anyone who actually expects to drive it like a normal car i.e. around town. perfect for just a weekender car and have a second 'run around car' for during the week but seriously why buy two… Read more

cars when you can buy one that does it all. Wonderful car to drive beautiful features and awesome pulling power. We brought a diesel model and where not warned about the "only designed for long distances warranty inclusion" therefore when we struck problems with the DPF (Fuel filter) we were not covered by warranty because this car only got driven to work ( about 11kms) from home in the country instead of long distances all the time. I love the car but don't recommend diesel model unfortunately!Factory tow bar is odd. too low, and with something like a boat or trailer attached you can not open the rear door.