Essentially that means the 1.4 litre petrol motor boasts direct fuel injection, plus a compact turbocharger which is attached directly to the cylinder head. As a result, output is rated at 138 bhp (103 kW / 140 PS), while 220 Nm (162 lb/ft) of peak torque is available between 1,500 and 4,000 rpm.
By comparison, the existing 1.6 litre normally-aspirated petrol unit develops just 118 bhp (88 kW / 120 PS) and 156 Nm (115 lb/ft).
A 0-62 mph (100 km/h) time of 10.2 seconds and a 124 mph (200 km/h) top speed make the S the quickest Vitara available. Those figures apply to both the six-speed manual and six-speed automatic transmission options, both of which are combined with Allgrip four-mode four-wheel drive.
Efficiency is very respectable too. With a manual gearbox, combined cycle economy is 52.3 mpg (5.4 l/100km) and CO2 emissions are 127 g/km. 51.3 mpg (5.5 l/100km) and 128 g/km respectively for the automatic alternative are virtually the same.
Apart from its cosmetic and mechanical enhancements, the Vitara S pretty much shares a standard equipment list with the SZ5 version. Consequently, the generous specification includes satellite navigation, Bluetooth, smartphone linkage, a DAB radio, LED headlights, parking sensors, a reversing camera and adaptive cruise control.
UK prices for the Vitara S start at £20,899, or £22,249 if an automatic transmission is ordered. Deliveries are due to begin in January.
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