2001 Suzuki Vitara Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2001 Suzuki Vitara lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
Save 1 of 10 ![]() Vitara JS Convertible Sport Utility 2D | Save 2 of 10 ![]() Vitara JLS Convertible Sport Utility 2D | Save 3 of 10 ![]() Vitara JS Hard Top Sport Utility 4D | Save 4 of 10 ![]() Vitara JX Convertible Sport Utility 2D | Save 5 of 10 ![]() Vitara JLS Hard Top Sport Utility 2D | Save 6 of 10 ![]() Vitara JX Hard Top Sport Utility 4D | Save 7 of 10 ![]() Vitara JLX Convertible Sport Utility 2D | Save 8 of 10 ![]() Vitara JLX Hard Top Sport Utility 4D | Save 9 of 10 ![]() Vitara JLS Hard Top Sport Utility 4D | Save 10 of 10 ![]() Vitara JLX Hard Top Sport Utility 2D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $3,616 | $3,622 | $3,643 | $3,706 | $3,796 | $4,031 | $4,079 | $4,133 | $4,147 | $4,970 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 22/Hwy 26/Comb 24 MPG | City 20/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 19/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 22/Hwy 25/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 20/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 20/Hwy 22/Comb 21 MPG | City 19/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 19/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 20/Hwy 22/Comb 21 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 97 @ 5200 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | 97 @ 5200 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | 127 @ 6000 RPM | ||
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | 44.70 cu ft | ||
| Dimensions | 152" L x 67.3" W x 64.8" H | 152" L x 67.3" W x 64.8" H | 163" L x 67.3" W x 65" H | 152" L x 67.3" W x 64.8" H | 152" L x 67.3" W x 64.8" H | 163" L x 67.3" W x 65.8" H | 152" L x 67.3" W x 64.8" H | 163" L x 67.3" W x 65.8" H | 163" L x 67.3" W x 65" H | 152" L x 67.3" W x 64.8" H | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | ||
| Configurations | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | ||
| Towing Capacity | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Standard | Not available | Not available | Standard | Not available | Standard | Standard | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Torque | 103 @ 5200 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM | 103 @ 5200 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM | 134 @ 6000 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Roof Rails | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Automatic | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2624 pounds | 2624 pounds | 2866 pounds | 2624 pounds | 2844 pounds | 2987 pounds | 2624 pounds | 2987 pounds | 2866 pounds | 2844 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 96.8 cubic feet | 96.8 cubic feet | 103.7 cubic feet | 96.8 cubic feet | 96.8 cubic feet | 103.7 cubic feet | 96.8 cubic feet | 103.7 cubic feet | 103.7 cubic feet | 96.8 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gallons | 14.8 gallons | 16.9 gallons | 14.8 gallons | 14.8 gallons | 17.4 gallons | 14.8 gallons | 17.4 gallons | 17.4 gallons | 14.8 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40.9 inches | 40.9 inches | 39.9 inches | 40.9 inches | 40.9 inches | 39.9 inches | 40.9 inches | 39.9 inches | 39.9 inches | 40.9 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.2 inches | 7.5 inches | 7.5 inches | 8 inches | 7.5 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | 8 inches | 7.5 inches | 8 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 152 inches | 152 inches | 163 inches | 152 inches | 152 inches | 163 inches | 152 inches | 163 inches | 163 inches | 152 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53 inches | 53 inches | 52.8 inches | 53 inches | 53 inches | 52.8 inches | 53 inches | 52.8 inches | 52.8 inches | 53 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 31.5 feet | 31.5 feet | 34.8 feet | 31.5 feet | 31.5 feet | 34.8 feet | 31.5 feet | 34.8 feet | 34.8 feet | 31.5 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 86.6 inches | 86.6 inches | 97.6 inches | 86.6 inches | 86.6 inches | 97.6 inches | 86.6 inches | 97.6 inches | 97.6 inches | 86.6 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches | 67.3 inches |
FAQs
Is the Suzuki Vitara a 4 or 6 cylinder?
All trim levels of the 2001 Vitara feature a 4 cylinder engine.
Does the 2001 Suzuki Vitara have a turbo?
No, the 2001 Vitara does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time.
What features does a 2001 Vitara have?
2001 Suzuki Vitara features include AM/FM Radio, Child Seat Anchors, and Driver Airbag.
How much horsepower does a 2001 Vitara have?
The 2001 Vitara ranges in power from the JS Convertible Sport Utility 2D with 97 horsepower to the JLX Hard Top Sport Utility 2D with 127 horsepower.
Is the Suzuki Vitara underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2001 Vitara ranges in power from the JS Convertible Sport Utility 2D with 97 horsepower to the JLX Hard Top Sport Utility 2D with 127 horsepower.
Is the Suzuki Vitara fuel efficient?
The 2001 Vitara comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the JLS Convertible Sport Utility 2D which gets 21 MPG, with 20 MPG in the city and 23 MPG on the highway.

