Vitara is an old design and this shows on the safety and security front. No Euro NCAP crash test rating, but driver and passenger airbags were added in the late 1990s, as was an immobiliser.

Three door has very limited luggage space and is really only suitable for couples, who can use the back seats for shopping. The five-door is better and with the seats down becomes a practical family holdall. A large glovebox and side door pockets about it on the inside.