How does the Grand Vitara fare in terms of fuel economy? The 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rated at 18 city and 23 mpg highway, while several competitors such as the Hyundai Tucson (22/27) and the Honda CR-V (23/39) offer better efficiency.

How does the 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara measure up against the competition? Very well, especially at the base price. The Grand Vitara offers as much or more off-road capability of any small SUV except the Jeep Liberty and the Nissan Xterra, its powerplant measures up well against other base models in the class, and its interior is among the roomiest available.