Review Car

2011 Suzuki Xl 7

The Suzuki XL 7 is an SUN that utilizes a truck platform. However, this does not affect the ride quality of the vehicle as many people would assume it would. The ride is completely comfortable and smooth, and the SUN is ready to go off road or stay on the path that you want. The closest competitors that are comparable to the Suzuki XL-7 are the Toyota RAV4, or the Kia Sorento.

The Suzuki XL-7 comes with a 2.7 liter, six cylinder engine that is considered standard. The engine puts out around 185 horsepower, which is about average for any SUN. Gas mileage wise, the SUN gets are twenty-two miles per gallon while driving on the highway, while getting around seventeen miles per gallon while in the city. Consider that the SUN is built on the platform of a truck, this is excellent gas mileage, and one thing that attracts many consumers. 

Transmission wise, the Suzuki XL7 comes with either a five speed manual transmission that is the standard version for the LX 2WD version of the Suzuki XL7. The same model also has an option of choosing a five speed automatic transmission for those that are interested. A five speed automatic transmission is found on the EX III 4WD. The LX and EX III are the new names for the Touring and Limited that were used in previous years for the different versions of the Suzuki XL7. The LX is two wheel drive, however, for those that are wanting four wheel drive they can choose the EX version. Both versions can tow around 3,000 pounds, which is considerably higher than many other SUV's on the market.

Safety wise, the XL-7 has yet to be tested. However, it is based off of the same safety features that the Grand Vitara is based and the NHTSA gave the vehicle four stars for safety when it comes to the protection level that driver and passengers have in frontal impacts. The front passenger air bags are considered multistage air bags, in which they can deploy at different strengths, depending on the accident that the driver is involved in. 

The 2011 Suzuki XL 7 is one of those SUV's on the market that is smaller than many other competitors, however deliver just as much, if not more, performance. The SUN has 40 cubic feet when it comes to cargo capacity that is located behind the second row of seats. This area increases when the seats are laid down. The SUV has a feel of ruggedness, which accounts for the dependable handling in all sorts of conditions. The price is affordable, which is one reason that so many people should consider looking into owning a Suzuki XL 7.