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2008 Suzuki XL7 Features Review

October 30, 2008

FEATURES | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

lengthy standard equipment list
Edmunds

it's a well-equipped mid-size crossover
The Auto Channel

unfortunately, buyers can pick only the nav or the entertainment system; they can't have both
Cars.com

Though few reviews seen at TheCarConnection.com spoke at length on the topic, the 2008 Suzuki XL7 offers many standard features and options, with a few disappointments.

Edmunds reports a "lengthy standard equipment list...available in four trim levels: base, Premium, Luxury and Limited." According to the Edmunds reviewer, the base trim "comes standard with 16-inch alloy wheels, tinted windows, auto on/off headlamps, full power accessories, a tilt steering wheel, cruise control, automatic climate control, trip computer and a six-speaker stereo with a CD player and an auxiliary audio jack," confirming the statement from Autoblog that this vehicle is "a well-equipped mid-size crossover at the sporty end of the spectrum."

Edmunds observes the "premium trim is similar, but adds 17-inch wheels, floor mats and available faux wood trim," adding "the Luxury trim comes standard with leather upholstery, a power driver seat, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a sunroof and an in-dash six-CD changer."

Cars.com states that options "include a moonroof, a navigation system and a DVD entertainment system," but "unfortunately, buyers can pick only the nav or the entertainment system; they can't have both." Other high-tech features such as Bluetooth and iPod connectivity are unavailable.

Conclusion

A couple of omissions in features keep the 2008 Suzuki XL7 wide open to improvement.

FEATURES | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:lengthy standard equipment listEdmundsit's a well-equipped mid-size crossoverThe Auto Channelunfortunately, buyers can pick only the nav or the entertainment system; they can't have bothCars.com Though few reviews seen at TheCarConnection.com spoke at length on the topic, the 2008 Suzuki XL7 offers many standard features and options, with a few disappointments. Edmunds reports a "lengthy standard equipment list...available in four trim levels: base, Premium, Luxury and Limited." According to the Edmunds reviewer, the base trim "comes standard with 16-inch alloy wheels, tinted windows, auto on/off headlamps, full power accessories, a tilt steering wheel, cruise control, automatic climate control, trip computer and a six-speaker stereo with a CD player and an auxiliary audio jack," confirming the statement from Autoblog that this vehicle is "a well-equipped mid-size crossover at the sporty end of the spectrum." Edmunds observes the "premium trim is similar, but adds 17-inch wheels, floor mats and available faux wood trim," adding "the Luxury trim comes standard with leather upholstery, a power driver seat, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a sunroof and an in-dash six-CD changer." Cars.com states that options "include a moonroof, a navigation system and a DVD entertainment system," but "unfortunately, buyers can pick only the nav or the entertainment system; they can't have both." Other high-tech features such as Bluetooth and iPod connectivity are unavailable. ConclusionA couple of omissions in features keep the 2008 Suzuki XL7 wide open to improvement. 2008 SUZUKI XL7 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "a balanced exterior" Mother Proof: "looks great" The Auto Channel: "striving toward distinctive, recognizable styling" Autoblog: "looks like a remnant from some 1970s house of funk" A major redesign for the Suzuki XL7 ...

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The 2008 Suzuki XL7 is part of a growing class of crossover utility vehicles that stretch between compact and mid-size, and feature a small third-row seat that’s only good for small children—but nevertheless expands passenger capacity to seven. The third-row seat in the XL7 is more useful than the extremely pinched ones in the Outlander and Tribeca, but comparable to that in the RAV4. Compared to these other vehicles, the XL7 has what’s perhaps the softest, most comfortable ride, while still allowing decent handling. The Outlander and Tribeca feel much sportier behind the wheel, even though the amount of power they have to haul their weight around is similar. The XL7’s engine, a 3.6-liter V-6 made by Suzuki in Japan, is especially smooth. The Santa Fe, Outlander, and RAV4 all offer more economical four-cylinder engines, but in the Santa Fe and Outlander the four-cylinder is only offered with the five-passenger layout.

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