Suzuki redesigns the smaller of its two SUVs for 2006, giving it more room, more power, and more safety features. Grand Vitara gains 6 inches in wheelbase and rear-seat leg room, and is 11 inches longer overall than the 1999-2005 version. It seats five and retains a side-hinged cargo door. Base, Premium, Xsport, and Luxury models are offered. A 185-hp V6 is the only engine; it replaces a 165-hp V6. A 5-speed automatic transmission is available on all models. A 5-speed manual is available for base and Premium. All Grand Vitaras are available with rear-wheel drive. Base and Premium are available with all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. Available for Xsport and Luxury models is Suzuki's 4-Mode AWD that includes a locking center differential and low-range gearing. ABS and traction/antiskid control are standard. So are front side airbags and curtain side airbags. Also standard are power windows/locks/mirrors and split folding rear seat. Heated front seats, leather upholstery, and sunroof are exclusive to luxury models, where they're standard.