Grand Vitara I · 1998–2005

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Grand Vitara I · 128 hp (1998 to 2005)

The Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 of the Grand Vitara I generation uses the J20A 2.0 petrol engine with 128 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 128 PS / 94 kW
Displacement: 1 995 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: J20A 2.0
Period covered: 1998–2005
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

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This version

128 hp (94 kW), AllGrip / 4x4 all-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1998 to 2005.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation. The J20A 2.0 engine is also fitted to: Suzuki Grand Vitara (Grand Vitara II).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC / ACEA C2 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 Grand Vitara I?

The J20A 2.0 petrol engine (1 995 cc), 128 hp (94 kW).

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Which oil for the Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC / ACEA C2-approved oil suited to the J20A 2.0 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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