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Summary
Suzuki has been building SUVs for the American market for a long time, and the inclusion of the third-row seat in the XL-7 makes a lot of sense. Without it, this would be just another SUV. The XL-7 is a decent alternative to a minivan or for a small family with a couple of kids who are too big for safety seats but not big enough to complain about being cramped in the way-back" seats.The XL-7's part-time four-wheel-drive system works well when traveling off road, but doesn't offer the handling benefits on slippery roads of a full-time all-wheel-drive system. Suzuki's XL-7 has the looks and off-road capability of a genuine sport-utility. And it's available at a good price. It'll fit in your garage, and just may fit in your budget."
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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2WD Standard ($19,799), Plus ($21,299), Touring ($23,299), Limited (NA); 4WD Standard ($20,999), Plus ($22,499), Touring ($23,499), Limited (NA) |
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Engines:
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2.7-liter dohc 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual airbags, three-point front and rear outboard seat belts, two-point rear center belt standard; ABS optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Hamamatsu, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Touring ($23,499) |
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Standard Equipment:
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(Touring) air conditioning, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks, cloth upholstery, remote keyless entry, cruise control, rear window wiper/washer, third-row seating; Touring adds antilock brakes, rear air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette/CD, aluminum alloy wheels, fog lights, power glass moonroof, rear spoiler |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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automatic transmission ($1000); floor mats ($95) |
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Destination Charge:
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500 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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25094 |
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Layout:
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four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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170 @ 5500 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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178 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/20 |
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Wheelbase:
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110.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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183.7/70.1/68.0 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.1/59.1 |
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Turning circle:
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38.7 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.0/50.7/41.4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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39.2/50.6/36.4 |
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Cargo volume:
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73.0 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3000 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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solid axle |
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Ground clearance:
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7.5 |
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Curb weight:
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3748 |
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Tires:
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P235/60R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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ventilated disc/drum ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.9 |
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