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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 19 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 29th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,447 a year to fuel.

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Combined 19 MPG 17 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,447 15,000 mi/yr · $16.32 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #29 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway229.410.7
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 2008 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 29Suzuki Grand Vitara19 MPG $2,447
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 Grand VitaraOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Grand Vitara MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Grand Vitara		 Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
4WD/AWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Grand Vitara AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
RWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Grand Vitara		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD/AWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Grand Vitara AWD		 Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.7L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
468 g/mi

2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. rivals

vs Jeep Liberty 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Equinox 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Torrent 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Nitro 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Edge 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Acadia 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Outlook 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Enclave 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Santa Fe 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Santa Fe saves $122/yr vs Toyota Highlander 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Highlander saves $122/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 18 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

The 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara per year?

About $2,447 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $16.32 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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