New Suzuki Offers Maximum Muscle with Minimum Consumption
新铃木提供最大的性能与最低消费
The current JB Series Grand Vitara came fresh of the boat in Australia back in September 2005 and signaled a change for the Japanese brand’s compact SUV with a move to a modern monocoque chassis with fully independent suspension.
目前巴顿系列的Grand Vitara了新鲜的船在澳大利亚早在2005年9月，并暗示改变对日本品牌的紧凑型SUV ，以转移到一个现代化的单体底盘，完全独立悬挂系统。
Previous Grand Vitara’s got by with an old-school separate chassis and a live rear axle.
之前的Grand Vitara的得到了一个老派单独的底盘和现场后轴。
As compact SUV’s have had to become multi-talented, easy to drive on the road day to day yet still able to handle the dreamt about off the beaten track holiday, the change was necessary for Suzuki to keep the Grand Vitara on buyers shopping lists.
作为紧凑型SUV的已成为多才多艺，容易驾驶道路上的每一天，但仍能够处理梦想起飞因循守旧假日，这一变化是必要的铃木保持的Grand Vitara的买家购物名单。
It appears to have worked as the current shape Grand Vitara is twice as popular with Australians compared to the previous model.
这似乎已成为当前形状的Grand Vitara的两倍深受澳大利亚人相比以往的模式。
However three years is a long time even in the car world so Suzuki have recently updated the compact SUV with a mid lifecycle facelift.
然而三年是一个很长的时间，即使在汽车的世界铃木最近更新了紧凑型SUV中的生命周期与面貌。
Look past the new headlight lenses as the big news with the update is under the bonnet.
看过去，新的头灯透镜作为大新闻与更新的帽子。
Gone are the previous petrol models, the 2.0L 4 cylinder petrol engine has been replaced with an all new 2.4L 4 cylinder that we’re testing in luxury ‘Prestige’ trim.  The power and torque figures have jumped from the 103 kW and 183 Nm to a more meaty 122 kW and 225 Nm.
已经一去不复返了以前的汽油型号， 2.0升4缸汽油发动机已取代了所有新的2.4L 4缸，我们正在测试的豪华'威望'修剪。功率和扭矩数字已增长了103千瓦和183 nm到更肉122千瓦和225牛米。
For those craving more, V6 lovers can smile with the 135 kW and 250 Nm 2.7L making way for a new 165 kW and 285 Nm 3.2L.
对于那些渴望更多， V6发动机爱好者可以微笑的135千瓦和250海里2.7L决策开辟一条新的165千瓦和285牛米3.2L 。
Like the outgoing models the 4 cylinder continues with a 4 speed auto and the V6 with a 5 speed auto.
即将离任的模式一样的4缸继续了4速自动和V6发动机， 5速自动。
The sole DDiS turbo Diesel variant that launched in February 2008 continues with a 5 speed manual.
唯一DDiS涡轮增压柴油变，发起于2008年2月继续与5速手动。

Design and Engineering
设计与工程
The Grand Vitara can rightfully claim to be a true off-roader unlike the majority of compact SUV’s.
大维特拉可以理所当然地声称自己是一个真正的越野车不同的是多数紧凑型SUV的。 Switch from variable 4WD to constant 4WD and then to low range 4WD lock for when the off-road track turns malicious.
从变量的4WD不断四轮驱动，然后以较低的范围锁时四轮驱动的越野车赛道轮流恶意。
However with optional 18” alloy wheels with relatively low profile tyres the updated Grand Vitara aims to be competitive on road as well.
然而购18 “铝合金轮毂与轮胎相对低姿态的最新的Grand Vitara旨在保持竞争力的道路以及。

Interior
内饰
As with any well designed SUV the inside of the Grand Vitara has an abundance of incoming natural light with its deep windows and commanding front seating position compared to the traditional sedan.
正如任何精心设计的SUV内部的Grand Vitara拥有丰富的自然光与传入深Windows和指挥前面座位的位置相比，传统的轿车。
Furthermore the rear seats are set higher than those in the front so everyone gets a good view out.
此外，后排座椅设置高于前使每个人都得到了良好的看法了。
Headroom and legroom upfront is ample, however in the rear due to the sunroof, which comes standard on the premium grade, headroom space is at a premium.
头部和腿部空间前期充分的，但是在后方由于天窗，这是标准的优质等级，余量空间变得异常珍贵。
The extra large exterior side mirrors are a necessity as the spare wheel is mounted on the rear tail gate, reducing the view rearwards when using the rear view mirror.
特大型外墙的侧后视镜是一种必要的备用轮胎被安装在车尾尾门，减少认为后面当使用后视镜。
The front seats are firm yet are still comfortable on long trips with sufficient lateral support.  The leather covered steering wheel is adjustable for height only yet it is easy to get a comfortable driving position.
前排座椅是坚定但仍很舒适的长途旅行提供足够的侧向支持。皮革包括方向盘高度可调的唯一尚未很容易得到一个舒适的驾驶位置。
The modern looking dials are clear and easy to read with the 2009 model year update seeing the LCD trip computer that displays average fuel economy and the outside temperature.
现代寻找拨号是明确的，易于阅读与2009年更新看到了液晶显示器的计算机访问的平均燃油经济性和外部的温度。
Fit and Finish is of a high quality with a splashing of aluminium look trim lifting the ambience of the dark and smart leather interior.
Fit和外层的高品质与外观溅铝装饰解除氛围黑暗和智能真皮内饰。
We’re not sure of the unusual ‘stone’ finish in place of the usual wood grain, however this is purely subjective.
我们不能确定的不寻常的'石头'完成，以取代通常的木纹，不过这纯粹是主观的。
The infotainment system is fully integrated and the climate control system has been updated with an unusual central circle LCD display.
该信息系统是完全集成和气候控制系统已经更新了不寻常的中央圆形液晶显示屏。
The 6 stacker in dash CD player comes with MP3 support.
6堆在破折号CD播放机配备支持MP3格式。
We’ve driven a lot of cars in our time and have never seen such a large ESP OFF button as the one in the Grand Vitara’s centre console.
我们已经推动了很多汽车，在我们这个时代，还从来没见过这样大的电除尘器开关按钮，作为一个在的Grand Vitara的中心控制台。
The centre storage bin between the front seats is nice and deep but a bit short in length.  Up front are the usual twin cup holders sitting at the base of the centre console.
该中心的存储斌之间的前排座椅很高兴和深刻，但有点短长。涨前一般的双杯持有者坐在基地的中心控制台。
Moving rearwards the second row bench seat has three adjustable headrests and has a 60/40 split fold.
移动后面第二排座椅有3个可调头枕，具有60/40分裂倍。
The rear seats don’t fold fully flat however many compact SUV’s don’t have this valuable feature yet.
后排座椅不折叠完全持平然而许多紧凑型SUV的没有这个宝贵的功能还没有。
The bench seat does however feature a reclining backrest for those times when the kiddies or grandparents want a snooze.
在座椅不但是具有斜倚靠背为那些时候小子或祖父母想打盹。
The rear cargo compartment is of a decent size and there is a small under floor compartment to place small items that you don’t wish to be visible from prying eyes looking in. The rear cargo door opens sideways with the assistance of a gas strut, the spare wheel located on the outside of the door adds significant weight resulting in difficulty opening the rear if the vehicle is parked on an angle.
货舱后部是一个体面的规模和有一个小隔间地板下放置小件物品，你不希望看到窥探寻找英寸的后部横向打开货舱门的协助下气支撑，的备用轮胎位于大门之外的体重显着增加造成的困难开放后，如果车辆停在一个角度。

Performance
性能
The new petrol 2.4L engine upgrade has improved acceleration, with the 0-100 km/h sprint now taking 11.7 seconds, down from 12.5.
新的2.4L汽油发动机加速升级改进，并0-100 km / h加速冲刺现在正在一十一点七秒，从5月12日。
On the road the Grand Vitara feels adequately powered compared to competing compact SUVs, however the performance is nothing to write home about if you compare it to a similar sized passenger car.
道路上的感觉充分的Grand Vitara供电相比，紧凑型SUV的竞争，但表现并不急于写信回家与亲友如果你比较类似的中型轿车。
The auto transmission is only a four speed and whilst we had no complaints with it, the 5 speed auto which is standard in the V6 model would slightly improve in gear acceleration and of course fuel economy.
该自动变速器只有4个速度，虽然我们已经没有什么可抱怨的是， 5速自动这是标准模型中的V6发动机将略有改善齿轮加速，当然燃油经济性。
Interior engine noise is relatively quiet at cruising speeds with only the usual thrum from the tyres and the wind hitting the large exterior mirrors at speed.
室内发动机噪音是相对平静的巡航速度只有通常的thrum从轮胎和大型风力触及外后视镜上的速度。
The brake pedal has a slightly delayed feel, a trait which is also common to many competitors in this segment.
制动踏板略有推迟觉得，一个特质也是共同的许多竞争对手在这一领域。

Ride and Handling
乘坐及处理
The Suzuki Grand Vitara is an easy vehicle to drive, by no means is it an agricultural 4x4.
在铃木Grand Vitara是一件容易的车辆驾驶，绝非是一个农业四驱车。
The ride is firm yet still comfortable, and when the going gets rough off-road the term firm becomes even more appropriate.
该机是坚定的，但仍舒服，当了发言权越野任期公司变得更加适当。
If you happen to enter a corner with too much speed you are reminded all too quickly that this isn’ta low riding passenger car.
如果您进入了一个角落里过多的速度你是提醒所有太快，这并不是一个低骑马轿车。
The high ride necessary to head off-road, soft long travel suspension and a kerb weight of 1640kg results in excessive body roll.
高骑必要头越野，软长期旅行暂停和石壆重量一**○千克结果过多机构名册。
Compared to traditional old school 4x4’s with a separate chassis the handling is very good, it’s just that the Grand Vitara also competes in a class, compact SUV, that includes crossovers such as the Volkswagen Tiguan and the upcoming Ford Kuga, which behave far better on road as they are based of their respective passenger cars, the VW Golf and Ford Focus.  However head off road and the advantage swings back in favour of the Grand Vitara.
与传统的老学校四驱车的同一个单独的底盘的处理非常好，这只是该公司的Grand Vitara也是一类，紧凑型SUV ，包括分频器，如大众Tiguan和即将推出的福特Kuga ，这表现远远好于道，因为它们是根据各自的轿车，大众高尔夫和福特福克斯。然而头越野和优势波动回到赞成的Grand Vitara 。
Standard 17” alloys on gold car and optional 18” alloys on black car
标准的17 “黄金合金汽车和可选18 ”合金黑车
Off the beaten track the combination of 200mm of ground clearance and the easy access of the dual-range 4WD transmission with the 4-mode switch in the centre console means that 4WD lock and low range is only a twist of the knob away.  Whilst the optional 18” alloys look very smart, the standard 17” wheels are a smarter choice if you’re thinking of ever heading off road, which surely you would in this SUV.
独辟蹊径的结合200的离地间隙和方便的双程四轮传动与4模式开关在中控台意味着四驱车锁和低范围只是扭动旋钮了。虽然可选18 “合金看起来非常聪明，标准17 ”轮是一个明智的选择，如果您正在考虑的时候标题越野，这肯定会在这车。

Buying and owning
购买和拥有
The 5-door Prestige variant on test comes complete with leather trim, sunroof, mirror-mounted side indicators, ESP, six SRS airbags, cruise-control, premium 7-speaker (plus subwoofer) sound system and 17-inch alloy wheels.
5门威望变异试验配有真皮内饰，天窗，后视镜安装方面的指标，西班牙，六个安全气囊安全气囊，巡航控制，溢价7扬声器（另加低音炮）的音响系统和17英寸合金轮毂。
It ticks the boxes on the safety front with the acronyms ABS, EBD, BAS, standard alongside stability control and traction control.
它跳动的框安全战线的缩写ABS树脂，开机片，楼宇自控系统，标准与稳定控制和牵引力控制系统。
At $36,990 the Grand Vitara 2.4L Prestige is well equipped and offers good value for money compared to similar priced compact SUVs.  The combined fuel consumption of 9.9L per 100km is about right for an SUV of this size and weight, with our time behind the wheel seeing an average of 10.4L per 100km.
在三点六九九万美元的的Grand Vitara 2.4L信誉良好的装备和提供了良好的物有所值类似的价格相比，紧凑型越野车。综合燃料消耗百公里的9.9L左右的SUV的权利这个尺寸和重量，与我们这个时代的背后车轮看到平均10.4L百公里。
If you plan on heading off the main roads, the Grand Vitara is a smart choice as it will probably take you further than its competing compact soft roaders.
如果您计划项目的主要公路关闭，大维特拉是一个明智选择，因为它可能会采取进一步的压缩比其竞争软车。
However, if you’re a city slicker bear in mind there are other choices that are better suited to on-road driving.
但是，如果你是一个城市雨衣铭记，还有其他的选择，更适合于驾驶。 However for a combination of both on and true off-road ability the Grand Vitara is impressive and gets the nod of approval from us.然而对两者的结合上和真正的越野能力的令人印象深刻的Grand Vitara并得到批准点头我们。
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 评分： 3.5出5
Competitors 竞争对手
Honda CR-V Sport (4cyl 2.4 Petrol)                                本田CR - V运动（ 4cyl 2.4排量）
Jeep Patriot Limited (4cyl 2.4 Petrol)                        吉普爱国者有限公司（ 4cyl 2.4排量）
Kia Sportage EX-L (V6 2.7 Petrol)                                起亚的Sportage前升（ V6发动机2.7排量）
Mitsubishi Outlander XLS (4cyl 2.4 Petrol)                三菱欧蓝德XLS （ 4cyl 2.4排量）
Nissan X-Trail ST-L (4cyl 2.5 Petrol)                                日产奇骏秘一L （ 4cyl 2.5排量）
Subaru Forester XS Premium (4cyl 2.5 Petrol)        斯巴鲁森林人小号保费（ 4cyl 2.5排量）
Toyota RAV4 Cruiser (4cyl 2.4 Petrol)                        丰田RAV4巡洋舰（ 4cyl 2.4排量）
Volkswagen Tiguan 125TSI4cly 2.0 Petrol)                大众Tiguan 125TSI （ 4cly 2.0排量）

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