Suzuki Vitara Cabrio (ET,TA) 1.6 16V (ET) (97 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 97 hp (71 kW) and 97 lb-ft (132 Nm), built 1990–1999, convertible body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Suzuki Vitara Cabrio (ET,TA) has 1 more powerful gasoline version.

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Power97 hp (71 kW)
Torque97 lb-ft (132 Nm)
Top speed94 mph (152 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 16V (ET) (97 hp) Automatic
Engine codeG16B
Displacement1.6 L (1,589 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-5
Bore75 mm
Stroke90 mm
Engine oil capacity4.4 qt (4.2 l)

Performance

Power97 hp (71 kW) @ 5600 rpm
Torque97 lb-ft (132 Nm) @ 4000 rpm
Top speed94 mph (152 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City20 mpg (12 l/100 km)
Highway25 mpg (9.5 l/100 km)
Fuel tank11.1 gal (42 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleConvertible
Doors5
Length143.0 in (3,632 mm)
Width64.2 in (1,630 mm)
Height65.6 in (1,665 mm)
Curb weight2,293 lb (1,040 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,307 lb (1,500 kg)
Cargo volume8.1 cu ft (230 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires205/70 R15 S

What to check on a Suzuki Vitara with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Suzuki Vitara Cabrio (ET,TA) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 (TA) (80 hp)Gasoline80 hp (59 kW)
1.6 (TA) (80 hp) AutomaticGasoline80 hp (59 kW)
1.6 16V (ET) (97 hp)Gasoline97 hp (71 kW)
1.9 D (ET) (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)
2.0 16V (ET) (132 hp)Gasoline132 hp (97 kW)

← All Suzuki Vitara Cabrio (ET,TA) engines

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