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Mazda Tribute vs Suzuki Grand Vitara

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2011 Mazda Tribute

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2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Overview

SpecMazda Tributei SportSuzuki Grand VitaraBase
Selected trimi SportBase
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112013

Pricing & market

SpecMazda Tributei SportSuzuki Grand VitaraBase
MSRP$20,555$19,949 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda Tributei SportSuzuki Grand VitaraBase
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank17.5 gal (best)17.4 gal

Performance

SpecMazda Tributei SportSuzuki Grand VitaraBase
Horsepower171 hp (best)166 hp
Torque171 lb-ft (best)162 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMazda Tributei SportSuzuki Grand VitaraBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume67.2 cu ft70.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,048 lbs1,162 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,272 lbs (best)3,468 lbs
Ground clearance8.4 in (best)7.4 in
Wheelbase103.1 in103.9 in (best)
Length174.9 in (best)169.3 in
Width71.1 in71.3 in (best)
Height67.9 in (best)66.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda Tributei SportSuzuki Grand VitaraBase
NHTSA overall3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)2 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole4 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover3 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimMazda TributeSuzuki Grand Vitara
1

i Sport

$20,555 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$19,949 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

i Sport

$22,595 MSRP

Premium

$22,349 MSRP

3

i Sport

$24,350 MSRP

Premium

$23,799 MSRP

4

i Touring

$23,740 MSRP

Limited

$24,449 MSRP

5

i Touring

$25,495 MSRP

Limited

$25,949 MSRP

6

i Grand Touring

$25,700 MSRP

7

i Grand Touring

$27,455 MSRP

8

s Grand Touring

$27,315 MSRP

9

s Grand Touring

$29,065 MSRP

Mazda Tribute vs Suzuki Grand Vitara FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Mazda Tribute or 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Mazda Tribute vs 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Mazda Tribute or 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara starts lower at $19,949.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Mazda Tribute or 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,949).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Mazda Tribute or 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The 2011 Mazda Tribute leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Mazda Tribute or 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The 2011 Mazda Tribute leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Mazda Tribute or 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The 2011 Mazda Tribute leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,450).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 Mazda Tribute vs 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda Tribute (3/5 NHTSA overall).