2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
When we had the Grand Vitara climbing a rocky hill (which we must admit was not on Suzuki's approved off-road course), the rear suspension liked to drag on the ground. We found the exhaust located below the rear differential of the rear independent suspension-not exactly rockproof. We spoke with some Suzuki reps about bringing back a solid-axle 4x4 to the states, but they told us we wouldn't care for the ride, and we must agree that the fully independent suspension didn't bottom out when pushed hard through the approved off-road course and gave a tight fun ride on the highway and gravel road. However, for the hillclimb and entry-level rock course they wanted us to drive, the driver needed to pay attention for fear of dragging the suspension components or lifting a tire.
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