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2008 Suzuki XL-7
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First generation of Suzuki XL7

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Mahesh Radhakrishnan on April 28, 2009 | Has ridden in a 2008 Suzuki XL-7

The first-generation XL-7 was a Suzuki design and was essentially a stretched Grand Vitara. It had a Suzuki-designed 2.7 liter V6 on a rear wheel drive-based platform with optional four wheel drive. When introduced, the XL-7 was the least expensive SUV available with 3-row seating in North America. The Suzuki XL-7 sold over 20,000 a year, and was awarded the Consumer's Digest Best Buy award. However, sales slowed as competitors came out with SUVs with more features, lower prices, better fuel efficiency and more powerful engines, such as the Toyota Highlander, the Honda Pilot, and the Honda CR-V.

Review 2008 Suzuki XL-7 First generation of Suzuki XL7

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    Mahesh R on April 28, 2009

    The 2009 Suzuki XL7 ranks 27 out of 29 Affordable Midsize SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 51 published reviews and test drives of the Suzuki XL7, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

    While it's a competent people hauler, the Suzuki XL7 can't match the acceleration, handling and interior quality of top rivals. However, it succeeds as a value-priced seven-passenger vehicle.

    For 2009, the XL7 gets standard three-row seating and a new six-speed automatic transmission. "XL7 trails the competition for value and overall refinement," says Consumer Guide. "It shines only for acceleration and transmission performance. For ride, handling, and quietness, this crossover falls far short of class leaders such as the Honda Pilot and Saturn Outlook." The XL7 sits on the larger side of the compact SUV class, and its 16/22 mpg rating places it near the bottom of the class for fuel-efficiency. As of mid-2008, the XL7 was one of the slowest-selling vehicles in America. For a more fuel-efficient alternative, consider the Subaru Forester.

    The XL7 is available in front-wheel or all-wheel drive. For 2009, the former base model and all five-passenger models have been discontinued. Premium, Luxury and Limited trims are available.

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