Jeep Liberty vs Suzuki Grand Vitara
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Overview
| Spec | Jeep LibertySport | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jeep LibertySport | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,395 | $19,949 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jeep LibertySport | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.5 gal (best) | 17.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Jeep LibertySport | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp (best) | 166 hp |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft (best) | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jeep LibertySport | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 62.4 cu ft | 70.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,150 lbs | 1,162 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,076 lbs | 3,468 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in (best) | 7.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.1 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 176.9 in (best) | 169.3 in |
| Width | 72.3 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | — | 66.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jeep LibertySport | Suzuki Grand VitaraBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 2 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 1 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Jeep Liberty | Suzuki Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $23,395 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $19,949 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $25,395 MSRP | Premium $22,349 MSRP |
| 3 | Limited $26,760 MSRP | Premium $23,799 MSRP |
| 4 | Limited $28,360 MSRP | Limited $24,449 MSRP |
| 5 | Limited Jet $26,995 MSRP | Limited $25,949 MSRP |
| 6 | Limited Jet $28,995 MSRP | — |