Suzuki XL-7 I

Suzuki XL-7 I
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The Suzuki XL-7 I (2001–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: JA · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,663–4,760 mm
Width1,781 mm
Height1,715–1,727 mm
Wheelbase2,799 mm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

236 complaints for model years 2001–2006. 36 crashes · 9 fires · 24 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Airbags 60
  • Electrical system 25
  • Speed control 25
  • Engine 23

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 9 versions of the Suzuki XL-7 I

United States 6 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2004–20062MODE 2LKUP2.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2001–20062.7 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2004–20062MODE 2LKUP2.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2001–20062.7 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2001–20032MODE 2LKUP2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2001–20032MODE 2LKUP2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2004–2006Sport utility vehicle2.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic13.6 L/100 km 5-cycle313 g/km
2001–2004Sport utility vehicle2.7 LPetrol5-speed manual13.7–14.0 L/100 km 5-cycle315–322 g/km
2001–2003Sport utility vehicle2.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.2 L/100 km 5-cycle327 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.