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Suzuki · Compact SUV · 2018–2025

Suzuki Vitara LY-FL

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
4.5 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

140 PS

1.4L Boosterjet Benzin

Turbo SUV with real drive

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

110–129 PS

1.4L Boosterjet SHVS Benzin

1 weaknesses

Good Choice

Generations

Engine Overview

The Suzuki Vitara LY-FL is available with 3 engine variants — from 102 to 140 hp.

1.0L Boosterjet · Benziner· 111 PS
2018 2020
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
1.4L Boosterjet SHVS · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 129 PS
2020 2025
Good Choice 1 weakness
1.5L Full Hybrid · Benziner Hybrid· 116 PS
2022 2025
Be Careful 3 weaknesses
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The Suzuki 1.0L Boosterjet (Benziner, 111 PS) has the K10C (1.0L Boosterjet) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

The Suzuki 1.4L Boosterjet SHVS (Benziner Mild-Hybrid, 129 PS) has the K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS) — rated: "Good Choice", 1 known weaknesses.

The Suzuki 1.5L Full Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 116 PS) has the K15B-HEV (1.5L Full Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Recall: brake servo vacuum pump (97G5)

The vacuum pump check valve can swell due to additives and temporarily disable the brake servo. Affects Vitara LY-FL with K14C and K14D, recall code 97G5.

Symptoms: Brake pedal feels noticeably harder; more effort needed to brake, no complete loss of braking
Ad Rückschlagventil vacuum pump K14Cbrake booster Vitara Facelift
 Low
●AllGrip transfer case clutch wear

The electronically controlled AllGrip system can develop clutch wear in the transfer case with regular off-road or winter use. Oil change intervals must be adhered to.

Symptoms: Delayed four-wheel drive engagement; juddering on pull-away; four-wheel drive warning light
from 100,000 km
Ad transfer case Vitara AllGrip LYAllradclutch Vitara LY-FL
 Medium

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 17 weaknesses have been documented for the Suzuki Vitara LY-FL (2018–2025) — 11 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Electronics, Steering, Brakes. Considered reliable: K10C (1.0L Boosterjet), K14C (1.4L Boosterjet), K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS).

Vitara (K15B-HEV, 2022–2025) — Be Careful: AGS Transmission: Clutch Judder on Cold Start, AGS Shift Pauses and Torque Interruption, Hybrid Battery Performance Reduced in Cold Weather. Power: 102 PS.

What to watch out for with the Suzuki Vitara? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Suzuki Vitara LY-FL have? +
The Suzuki Vitara LY-FL has 11 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Suzuki Vitara LY-FL? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: K10C (1.0L Boosterjet), K14C (1.4L Boosterjet), K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS). The most reliable engine is the K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the K14C (1.4L Boosterjet).
Which Suzuki Vitara LY-FL engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Suzuki Vitara LY-FL. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 1 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Suzuki Vitara LY-FL engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Suzuki Vitara LY-FL — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} The 1.4 Boosterjet gives the Vitara genuine dynamism. The suspension is well balanced, the steering pleasantly direct — surprisingly engaging for a compact SUV.
Is the Suzuki Vitara LY-FL worth buying used? +
The Suzuki Vitara LY-FL is a good choice as a used car — 3 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Suzuki Vitara LY-FL? +
The Suzuki Vitara LY-FL is available with engine variants from 102 to 140 hp. Petrol: K10C (1.0L Boosterjet), K14C (1.4L Boosterjet), K14D (1.4L Boosterjet SHVS), K15B-HEV (1.5L Full Hybrid).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee