2001 Suzuki Vitara
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2001 Suzuki Vitara is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
12 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Vitara 2Door · 1.6L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Vitara 2Door · 1.6L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Vitara 2Door · 2.0L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Vitara 2Door · 2.0L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Vitara 2Door 4WD · 1.6L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Vitara 2Door 4WD · 1.6L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Vitara 2Door 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Vitara 2Door 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Vitara 4Door · 2.0L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Vitara 4Door · 2.0L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Vitara 4Door 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Vitara 4Door 4WD · 2.0L · AWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 19, 2026.
09E012000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Reported April 7, 2009. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 18, 2026
Data verified: October 19, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2001 Suzuki Vitara have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Suzuki Vitara?
Combined fuel economy is 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2001 Suzuki Vitara front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2001 Suzuki Vitara?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 19, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.