Suzuki: Edition 35 for the Vitara anniversary
THE MID-THIRTY-FIVE The Suzuki Vitara is a piece of automotive history that has taken on many shapes and colors over the past 35 years - and continues to impress with new technical solutions and appealing design.
Even 35 years after the appearance of the first Vitara generation, Suzuki's compact SUV classic continues to be dynamic. With its combination of urban design and compact dimensions, the Vitara immediately became a visionary pioneer.
Small and all-terrain
With the launch of the Jimny in 1970, Suzuki realized its vision of a small off-road vehicle that could overcome forest tracks, mud and rocks thanks to its four-wheel drive. The success of this model prompted Suzuki to develop a model that differed from the heavy off-road vehicles and mid-size passenger car-style SUVs of the time. The first generation of the vehicle, named Vitara, was launched in 1988.
Ten years later, a new Vitara was launched in the second generation. The Grand Vitara with the slightly larger body had a typical 4×4 exterior design and also met the demand for greater safety and better environmental compatibility.
New as hybrid versions
In 2005, generation three arrived with an angular design based on the concept of the off-road athlete. In line with European tastes, the Grand Vitara embodied the symbiosis of the attributes of robust off-road performance, stable on-road handling and cultivated driving comfort.
The fourth generation arrived in 2014 - a completely new model. In response to the increased demand for modern technology, economy and environmental friendliness, the current model, which is manufactured in Hungary, combines robustness and individuality. The new Edition 35 models are available as a hybrid with a 1.4-liter petrol engine and 129 hp or as a full hybrid with a 1.5-liter engine (115 hp) and automatic transmission, with prices starting at 29,490 francs.
