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Suzuki Escudo

1988 – 2024

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The Suzuki Vitara series of SUVs has been in production by Suzuki since 1988, spanning five generations. The second and third generations were branded as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, while the fourth generation dropped the "Grand" prefix, leading to a seamless transition in naming convention. In certain regions, including Japan, the vehicle has been marketed as the Suzuki Escudo, a name that adds a touch of European flair by referencing the former Portuguese monetary unit, the "escudo". The origins of the name "Vitara" are rooted in the Latin word "vita," which translates to vitality in English. This choice of nomenclature signifies the vehicle's energetic and robust performance. The alternate name "Escudo" intertwines a sense

Also sold as the Chevrolet Vitara, Mazda Levante, Mazda Proceed Levante, Suzuki Sidekick and Suzuki VitaraSame car, different badge. Posts tagged to either name show here.

6 generations of the Suzuki Escudo

Version	Years	Engine	Gearbox	Drive	Body
Suzuki Escudo ET	1988 to 1994	Inline-four	Auto, Manual	AWD	SUV
Suzuki Escudo TA	1994 to 1997	Inline-four	Auto, Manual	AWD	SUV
Suzuki Escudo FT	1997 to 2000	Inline-four	Auto, Manual	AWD	CROSSOVER
Suzuki Escudo GT	2000 to 2005	Inline-four	Auto, Manual	AWD, RWD	CROSSOVER
Suzuki Escudo JT	2005 to 2015	Inline-four	Auto, Manual	AWD	CROSSOVER
Suzuki Escudo LY	2015 to 2024	Inline-four	Auto	AWD, FWD	CROSSOVER