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udges Justin Walker, Philip Lord and Allan Whiting picked the
Grand Vitara – Australia’s first Japanese-manufactured diesel SUV in the segment
– from a huge field including the X-Trail, RAV4 and CR-V.
The judges noted “the addition of a modern, punchy
turbo-diesel engine to Suzuki’s Grand Vitara has been well worth the
wait.
“The result is a compact, tough 4x4 with genuine off-road
ability..... that works very well on- and off-road, with impressive
handling.
“With an asking price of $34,990, the Grand Vitara DDiS is
value-packed. Add the excellent donk to the already impressive Grand Vitara
standard gear list – six airbags, ABS, vehicle stability program and traction
control, to mention a few – and you have a capable, well-built, proven compact
4x4.”
Suzuki Australian General Manager Tony Devers said he was
delighted with the Grand Vitara’s win in the prestigious awards.
“This is fantastic recognition for the Suzuki Grand Vitara
from some of the most experienced 4x4 judges in the country.
“We were always confident the addition of a turbo-diesel would
add even more appeal to the Suzuki compact SUV range with its mix of legendary
toughness, Japanese build quality and genuine off-road ability.
“Great product deserves reward, and the Grand Vitara DDiS is a
very deserving winner of the title of Australia’s best compact SUV,” said
Devers.
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