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XL-7 5-Passenger
Chuck, 08/17/2006
2006 Suzuki XL-7 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
30 of 30 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2006 XL-7 for a month now, it is one solid SUV. I took a trip to Key West with a family of four and was very comfortable. I was pleasantly surprized at how quiet it rides. The interior with the woodgrain makes it look more expensive than what it is. I bought the 5-passengers model because I liked and wanted all the storage space. It's amazing how much it will hold. I have had numerous compliments on how nice it looks. I'm lovin' mine.
First SUV
xl7, 10/27/2005
2006 Suzuki XL-7 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased my Suzuki XL-7 to pull my boat and move large items. I never owned an SUV before and was reluctant at first. However, after doing my research, I found the XL-7 to be the best buy on the market. It feels big yet is very responsive and easy to park in the city. It pulled my boat with plenty of power to spare. I love the fit and finish and it compared well to my Honda when it comes to quality and workmanship. I love the XL-7, it surpassed my expectations hands down.
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Quite good SUV
frank fiore, 03/06/2009
2006 Suzuki XL-7 4dr SUV 4WD w/3rd Row (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Vehicle mostly used for short trips averaging under 10 miles (averaging 20 mpg) but around 26 mpg on the long range 65 mph or faster trips. The car has excellent fit and finish, nice interior, decent sound system (car is intermediate (not premium) trim package but cloth seats are fairly comfortable. We have had no (none, nada!) maintenance problems. Car was a rental for the first year of its life so we have been pleasantly surprised at its reliability since we bought it at 30000 miles. Excellent paint job, rubber door trim and doors close with a nice solid thump! V-6 engine very quiet once warmed up.
Give it a chance! XL7 may work for you.
unsolctedadviz, 04/11/2012
2006 Suzuki XL-7 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
We got a great deal on '06 XL7 in 2010 with 37K miles as a '00 200K Honda Odyssey replacement. Wanted another, but Toyotas/Hondas too pricey even with 100K. The XL7 sounds and drives like a truck--worse than a car or minivan. Poor acceleration and gas mileage, averaging a paltry 17 city, 20 hwy. But so far, it has been bulletproof in terms of reliability at 72K miles. No problems whatsoever. With kids 11, 8, 7, we can still shoehorn 1-2 of them in the fold-down 3rd row. Long trips we flip down 1 side of 3rd row and take plenty of luggage. Vehicle is horrible in snow. 2-whl drive was a big mistake. Needs quality snow tires in winter. Buy a 4x4. Missing minivan, but XL7 is next best..
Best $27K I've spent
David, 07/14/2016
updated 07/19/2021
2006 Suzuki XL-7 Premium 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
Bought our XL7 Premium 4x4 new in May of 2006 and still own it. It now has 110k on the odometer and I'm here to tell you that it's the best car I've ever owned in regards to being problem free and reliable. This beast has never failed me. Other than regular maintenance items, a p/s pump is all I've replaced. When shopping for a new car back in 2006, I did my homework and checked all the sources for reviews and buying advice. I knew that I was buying an old school SUV with full frame and that it wasn't going to be cutting edge with stability control and other modern features at the time. Even today, the switch gear and controls still feel like new. No rattles or squeaks and everything still works perfectly. It's a bit clumsy in terms of handling and ride quality, but that's expected in the design of an 11 year old SUV. The fuel mileage could be a little better and in all honesty, Suzuki should have stuffed another 20 or so horsepower into this little 2.7 V6. It's definitely a little hp deficient, especially if you live in the mountains like we do. On a positive note, this thing will literally climb a tree in 4wd low range. The winter traction is unbelievable. In summary, I've raised both my kids in this vehicle and would do it all over again. I will truly mourn the day I look in the rear view mirror and see our Suzie being left behind for a new SUV. ***UPDATE*** Now 13 years old and 132k miles on the odometer. "Suzie" has been semi-retired as an extra vehicle in the our family. We bought a new Nissan Rogue Sport last year for my wife. We were on the verge of trading in the Suzuki at the time but couldn't go through with it. Brought the old girl back home with us. The kids both came home for the holidays this year and we ended up using the XL-7 on a road trip to see family due to the additional seating it provides. This old girl is more like a family member to us than a car at this point. Long live my Suzie. ***UPDATE*** Now over 15 years old and 145k miles on the odometer. The old girl soldiers on flawlessly.....well, almost. Sadly, this year it wouldn't pass PA state inspection due to the frame rusting. I sent it to a frame repair shop and had it repaired. She's back home in the garage where she belongs. I noticed when we got it state inspected this month, that we drove it a mere 3k miles last year. This SUV continues to amaze me. Not one drop of fluid on my garage floor and it still looks brand new. Paint shiny, no body rust whatsoever. Still the best money I've ever spent on a vehicle.
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