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Spec
Across
Grand Vitara
Model Introduced Year
2026
2022
Generation
First South African generation of the current Across
Third generation YHB-series Grand Vitara; shared platform with Toyota Urban Cruiser (a partnership-specific platform development); mild-hybrid system uses belt-integrated starter generator technology; all-new design and powertrain versus the previous generation
Facelift History
All-new March 2026 South African launch model; no facelift yet
Third-generation Grand Vitara launched in SA in 2022; previous second-generation model discontinued in SA in 2015; current generation is a complete redesign on a new platform shared with the Toyota Urban Cruiser
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Five-door compact SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
On sale
published
Segment
C-segment family SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1200-1250 kg
1225 kg
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
SUV
Color Note
-
Pearl Arctic White, Metallic Grandeur Grey, Metallic Midnight Blue, Premium Silver, Pearl Burning Red
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 Hybrid GLX AllGrip AT
Spec
Across
Grand Vitara
Length
4360 mm
4345 mm
Width
1795 mm
1795 mm
Height
1655 mm
1645 mm
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2600 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
210 mm
210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
45 l
Boot/Cargo Space
333 l
310 l
Payload Capacity
460 kg
530 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
5.4 m
Kerb Weight
-
1225 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
1680 kg
Front Headroom
-
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
-
970 mm
Front Legroom
-
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
-
935 mm
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Front Track Width
1530 mm
1565 mm
Rear Track Width
1535 mm
1565 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam
Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring
Power Steering
Electronic rack-and-pinion
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
Tilt and telescopic adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Front Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Axle Type
-
Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion beam
Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Automatic
Automatic Climate Control
Power Windows
Front and rear; driver one-touch up/down
All Four Windows
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Front Qi charger standard
Standard 15W Wireless Charger
Sunroof
Panoramic
Panoramic Glass Roof
Electric Tailgate
Smart powered hands-free tailgate
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
Not Available
Rear Window Defroster
Electric demister
Standard
12V Accessory Socket
2 x 12V (front and luggage area)
1 x 12V Socket
AC Type
Automatic
Automatic Climate Control
Heads Up Display
Standard
-
Power Mirrors
Electric folding
All Four Windows
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
708 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
708 l
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Standard — Driver Height Adjustable
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Not Available
Speed Limiter
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Automatic Climate Control
Electric Folding Mirrors
Electric folding
All Four Windows
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Not Available
Engine Warranty
-
4 Years
Front Armrest
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Front Power Outlet
-
1 x 12V Socket
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
5.6
Glovebox Cooling
-
All Four Door Pockets
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic
Panoramic Glass Roof
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Rear Defogger
-
Standard
Rear Seat Split
-
60:40 Split Fold
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Leatherette Seat Trim
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
All Seats
Spare Wheel
Full-size spare
Space Saver Spare
Speed Alert System
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
Audio, cruise control and hands-free phone
Standard
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
-
Via Smartphone
Voice Command Support
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Accelerator 0 100
-
13.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic
Automatic Climate Control
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Bottle Holders
-
4
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection with 12V ISG
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Glove Box
-
All Four Door Pockets
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Not Available
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Manual Aircon
-
Automatic Climate Control
Mirror
-
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Not Available
Power Socket 12v
-
1 x 12V Socket
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Remote Central Locking
Remote Side Mirror
-
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
Rim Size
17-inch machined alloy
17 Inches
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Standard Roof Rails
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Sound System
8-speaker Infinity
6
Source Model Column
-
grand-vitara
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
Standard
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
-
Standard
Trim Level
-
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
Not Available
Variant Role
-
Performance-focused derivative
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
-
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Front Qi charger standard
Standard 15W Wireless Charger
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Engine
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Mild Hybrid
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Mild Hybrid
Engine Code
K15C
K15C
Fuel Type
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Hybrid System
12V Mild Hybrid
12V Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
1462 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
10.5:1
Bore
74 mm
74 mm
Stroke
85 mm
85.1 mm
Maximum Power
75.8 kW @ 6000 rpm
76 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
136.8 Nm @ 4400 rpm
137 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
13.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Gearbox
6-speed automatic
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Standard Sport Paddle Shifters
Final Drive Ratio
3.683
4.388:1
Number of Gears
6
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Gear Shift Type
Straight-gate automatic selector
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Drivetrain
2WD front-wheel drive
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Standard Sport Paddle Shifters
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-speed automatic
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
AWD — AllGrip Auto
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
6
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
2.8
Clutch Type
-
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Not Applicable
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Claimed Mileage
18.9 km/l
17.9 km/l
City Mileage
15.3 km/l
14.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
22.0 km/l
20.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
45 l
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Engine auto stop/start system standard
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable; non-plug-in mild hybrid
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
45
45
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable; no electric-only driving range
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable; no electric-only range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable; no electric-only range
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Real-world Mileage
18.9 km/l
17.9 km/l
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard through ESP
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
2 rear anchor positions
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Brake Assist
DSBS II brake assist
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front seats only; rear reminder not available
All Seats
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
DSBS II brake assist
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
6
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front seats
All Seats
Seatbelt Reminder
Front seats only
All Seats
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard through ESP
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available; six-airbag layout is front, side and curtain
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
-
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Remote Central Locking
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Speed Alert System
-
Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
Not Available
Safety Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Whiplash Protection
-
Active Head Restraints on Front Seats
Lane Change Warning
-
Not Available
Brake Override System
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Rear View Camera
Surround-view camera
360-Degree Surround View
360 Degree Camera
Standard
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Weaving alert
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Reverse Camera
Surround-view camera
360-Degree Surround View
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard Adaptive Cruise Control
Around View Monitor
Standard
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
DSBS II warning
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Standard
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Lane Departure Prevention
Standard
-
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Standard
Auto Wipers
-
Standard
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Parking Sensor
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
360-Degree Surround View
Reverse Camera Type
-
360-Degree Surround View
Reversing Camera
-
360-Degree Surround View
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Seat Material
Synthetic leather
Leatherette Seat Trim
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
64-colour LED
Not Applicable
Rear Armrest
Standard with cup holders
Integrated in Seat Back
Cup Holders
4 (2 front, 2 rear)
4
Rear AC Vents
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Urethane
60 40 Split Seat
Standard single-fold rear seat
60:40 Split Fold
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-way electric
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual; no height adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Boot Light
Standard
-
Seat Trim
Black synthetic leather with copper stitching
Leatherette Seat Trim
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Heated Seats
-
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electronic rack-and-pinion
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
60:40 Split Fold
Front Armrest
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Front Shoulder Room
-
1455 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
-
1430 mm
Rear USB Ports
-
0
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Interior Colour Options
-
2
Driver Lumbar Support
-
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
-
All Four Door Pockets
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Fabric Seats
-
Leatherette Seat Trim
Armrest Front
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Armrest Rear
-
Integrated in Seat Back
Boot Space Seats Down
-
708
Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control (GLX and Hybrid), 360-degree surround view camera (GLX AT and Hybrid), adaptive cruise control (GLX and Hybrid), blind-spot monitoring (GL
Interior Trim Colour
-
2
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Leatherette Seat Trim
Interior Colours
-
2
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Integrated in Seat Back
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
-
All Seats
Seat Fold Type
-
60:40 Split Fold
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Infotainment System
10.1-inch display audio
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wired or wireless
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wired or wireless
Wired Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
8-speaker Infinity
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch colour TFT information display
9-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
4 Type-C (2 front, 2 rear)
2
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Audio, cruise control and hands-free phone
Standard
Rear Usb
2 Type-C
2
Audio System
Infinity premium 8-speaker
Standard
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2 front Type-C and 2 rear Type-C
2
Infotainment Screen
10.1-inch
9-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via USB or Wi-Fi
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Touchscreen
10.1-inch
9-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wired or wireless
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wired or wireless
Wired Android Auto
FM Radio
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Via Smartphone
AUX Input
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
10.1-inch
9-inch Touchscreen
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
Audio, cruise control and hands-free phone
Standard
Infotainment Display
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Audio
-
Standard
Audio Speakers
8-speaker Infinity
6
Display Audio
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
-
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Connected Services
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Via Smartphone
Radio
-
Standard
Spec
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Grand Vitara
LED Headlamps
Standard
LED Projector Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
LED standard
LED DRLs
Fog Lamps
Front standard; rear not available
Front Fog Lamps
Roof Rails
Grey
Standard Roof Rails
Alloy Wheel Design
Machined 17-inch
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Exterior Colour Options
Magma Grey Metallic; Sizzling Red Metallic; Exuberant Blue Pearl Metallic; Arctic White Pearl; Bluish Black Pearl; Mystic Green Pearl; Splendid Silver Pearl Metallic; and GLX two-tone combinations of Splendid Silver, Sizzling Red or Exuberant Blue with a Bluish Black roof
6
Rear Wiper
Fixed intermittent
Standard
Led Taillights
Connected rear LED tail lamps
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
Front standard; rear not available
Front Fog Lamps
Headlights
Standard
LED Projector Headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Panoramic Glass Roof
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Black Plastic Side Body Cladding
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Roof Type
-
Standard Fixed Roof
Wing Mirror Type
-
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
Door Handle Finish
-
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body Type
-
SUV
DRL
LED standard
LED DRLs
Fog Lights
-
Front Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lights
-
Front Fog Lamps
Led Headlights
Standard
LED Projector Headlamps
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
LED standard
LED DRLs
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Exterior Mirror Electric
Electric folding
All Four Windows
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Headlamp Levelling
-
LED Projector Headlamps
Headlamps
Standard
LED Projector Headlamps
Headlight Type
Standard
LED Projector Headlamps
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Sunroof Slide
-
Not Available
Sunroof Tilt
-
Not Available
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
210 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance Min
210 mm
210 mm
Approach Angle
-
19 deg
Departure Angle
-
21 deg
Wading Depth
-
0 mm
Terrain Modes
-
Not Available
Underbody Protection
-
Skid Plate Under Engine
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
18 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
Front and Rear Tow Hooks
Hill Descent Control
-
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
-
18 deg
Approach Angle Deg
-
19 deg
Breakover Angle
-
18 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
21 deg
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
0 mm
Spec
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Grand Vitara
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
215/60 R17
Wheel Type
Machined 17-inch
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Solid disc
Ventilated Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-size spare
Space Saver Spare
Parking Brake Type
Electric
Conventional Handbrake
Wheel Rim Size
17-inch machined alloy
17 Inches
Electric Park Brake
Standard
Conventional Handbrake
Handbrake Type
Electric parking brake
Conventional Handbrake
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
296 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
259 mm
Tyre Load Index
-
96
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Ventilated Disc
Spare Tyre
Full-size spare
Space Saver Spare
Tyre Type
-
215/60 R17
Wheel Diameter
17-inch machined alloy
17 Inches
Auto Brake Hold
-
Conventional Handbrake
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Not Available
Brakes
-
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Urethane
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Space Saver Spare
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Urethane
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
-
Standard
Wheel Material
Machined 17-inch
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size Type
-
17 Inches
Wheels
Machined 17-inch
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Spec
Across
Grand Vitara
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first
15,000 km or 12 Months
Service Plan
4 years / 60,000 km
Not Included
Approx Service Cost
-
Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service
Battery Warranty
-
12 Months
Maintenance Plan
-
Not Included
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.7 l
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
First Service At
-
1,000 km Inspection
Service Plan Duration
4 years / 60,000 km
Not Included
Service Plan Distance
4 years / 60,000 km
Not Included
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Intervals
-
15,000 km or 12 Months
Spec
Across
Grand Vitara
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 years
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Roadside Assistance
5 years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty
5
Warranty Years
5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty
5
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty
5
Roadside Assistance
5 years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Basic Warranty
5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Spec
Across
Grand Vitara
CO2 Emissions
121 g/km
131 g/km
Start Stop System
Standard
Automatic Start-Stop via ISG
Hybrid System Type
12V SHVS mild hybrid with integrated starter generator
A buyer who values AEB, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise, surround-view parking and cooled front-seat comfort enough to accept a R92,000 premium over GL 6AT.
Flagship
Price Zar
464900 ZAR
542900 ZAR
Pricing Role
the safety-and-comfort flagship
Current listed price
Starting Price
464900
542900
Starting Price Zar
464900
542900
Spec
Across
Grand Vitara
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
6.0 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
8.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
4.8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
6.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
0
In depth: how these cars differ
This Across and Grand Vitara comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Across 34 vs Grand Vitara 34.
Efficiency index: Across 76 vs Grand Vitara 73.
Safety-equipment index: Across 91 vs Grand Vitara 88.
Practicality index: Across 62 vs Grand Vitara 62.
Ownership-cover index: Across not separately scored vs Grand Vitara 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Across leads by 0 points
Across and Grand Vitara are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Level
Efficiency
Across +3
Safety
Across +3
Practicality
Level
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Across
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
76/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
62/100
Grand Vitara
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
73/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
62/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexSuzuki Across
leads the specification evidence index with 64 pts
vs 64 pts for Grand Vitara
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Across leads. However, Grand Vitara may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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