2017 Suzuki Grand Vitara
The 2017 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 Dune is a reliable used SUV offering a balance of affordability and performance. Its well-maintained condition makes it an attractive choice for South African buyers seeking a versatile vehicle at the best price. Perfect for families or daily commuting, it combines comfort with practicality.
Powered by a 2.4L petrol engine, this manual transmission SUV delivers smooth handling and impressive fuel efficiency with an average of 8.9 L/100km. It features five spacious seats, five doors, and a durable body, ideal for city drives or weekend getaways. The vehicle’s practical design ensures ample space and comfort for all passengers.
Located in Alan Manor, Johannesburg, this used Suzuki Grand Vitara is available for immediate viewing and test drive. Contact the dealer today to explore finance deals, compare prices, and buy this affordable, high-quality SUV. Don't miss the opportunity to own a dependable vehicle in South Africa.
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Suzuki Grand Vitara
Suzuki’s Grand Vitara is aimed at folks who want a proper SUV stance without the punchy price tags you’ll find on a Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, or Toyota Corolla Cross. On paper at least, it’s what the Grand Vitara should have been from the start: honest, upright, and unashamedly old-school. You get a single 1.5-litre petrol engine almost everywhere in the range, plus a lone 2.4-litre Dune variant lurking in the listings. Transmission choices are as simple as you’d expect at this price point—4-speed auto, 5-speed manual, or a semi-auto, depending on which trim you pick. Pricing sprawls from R179,900 to R381,900, with new examples rarer than a Joburg thunderstorm in winter—just two new cars against 17 used, and that tells you who's stretching their rands the hardest. The numbers don’t lie: ten of the 19 listings are for the 1.5 GL 4AT, priced between R289,900 and R381,900, and that’s where most buyers land. GLX trim brings a bit more kit, hovering from R319,800 to R369,900. These used Grand Vitaras average just 30,975 km, with model years from 2017 right up to 2026, so you’re not exactly scraping the barrel. SA buyers gravitate here because the Grand Vitara actually looks and feels like an SUV, and crucially, you get real 4WD on some trims—a big deal if you live outside Gauteng and your “road” is more suggestion than reality. The Corolla Cross might be a household name, but the Suzuki’s upright shape and off-tar credibility are what keep it relevant. Flash isn’t the point here—practicality and honest intent win out.
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Suzuki’s carved out a space for itself in South Africa: honest, affordable cars that don’t punish you in Joburg or Durban traffic, nor your bank account. No one’s cross-shopping these with a BMW or Mercedes, and Suzuki isn’t pretending otherwise. The brand sits right in the heart of the volume segment, going head-to-head with Toyota and Renault for buyers who care about running costs and resale more than badges or bravado. With 602 live listings from R69,500 to R489,900 and a median of R265,900, Suzuki’s line-up covers everything from first cars to compact SUVs that won’t make you wince at insurance quotes. That kind of spectrum matters, because it means Suzuki manages to pull in new drivers and old hands equally—and loyalty here isn’t just a marketing slogan. The Swift is the bread and butter, with 173 listings starting at R119,900. It’s what the Swift should have been from the start: cheap to run, easy to park, and somehow still a bit fun. Fronx enters at R269,800, aiming for the “I want an SUV but not the price tag” crowd, and you can’t ignore Jimny’s cult following—R148,500 to R489,900 gets you the most character you’ll find at this price. Ertiga does MPV workhorse duty from R269,900 upwards, while the S-Presso keeps things attainable under R100,000 if you pack smart. Everything’s petrol. No hybrids, no EVs, just simple, familiar engines—which, on paper at least, is the opposite of what Volkswagen’s pushing lately. For plenty of buyers, that’s the point.
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Bramley, Johannesburg, Gauteng
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