2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara MPG and Fuel Economy

On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

The 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has 3 model options: Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L, Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L and Automatic 5-spd 6-cyl, 3.2 L.

The 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD car class.

The 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD car class.

The 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Automatic 5-spd 6-cyl, 3.2 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD car class.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is 21 miles per gallon.

The table below breaks down the MPG for each model option:

Model OptionCombined MPGCity MPGHighway MPG
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L221926
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L211925
Automatic 5-spd 6-cyl, 3.2 L201824

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is $3,000.

The average fuel costs have been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

Comparing a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $3,500 more on fuel.

The table below shows the fuel costs and 5-year save/spend for each model option:

Model OptionFuel Cost5-Year Save/Spend
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L$2,850spend $2,750 more
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L$3,000spend $3,500 more
Automatic 5-spd 6-cyl, 3.2 L$3,150spend $4,250 more

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will consume in one year is 14 barrels.

The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.

Model OptionBarrels
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L14
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L14
Automatic 5-spd 6-cyl, 3.2 L15

💨 How Many Grams of CO2 Does a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Emit?

The 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will emit an average of about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.

🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 3 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara model options.

Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L:

City MPG19
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG22
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $2,750
Fuel Cost$2,850
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum14
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.4
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.4 L:

City MPG19
Highway MPG25
Combined MPG21
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $3,500
Fuel Cost$3,000
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum14
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.4
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Vehicle ClassSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Automatic 5-spd 6-cyl, 3.2 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Automatic 5-spd 6-cyl, 3.2 L:

City MPG18
Highway MPG24
Combined MPG20
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $4,250
Fuel Cost$3,150
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum15
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders6
Displacement3.2
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
Vehicle ClassSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

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  • "2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara MPG and Fuel Economy." MPG Buddy. Accessed on January 3, 2026. https://mpgbuddy.com/cars/suzuki/grand-vitara/2009.

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