Overview & Reviews

For 2003, Suzuki has updated the Grand Vitara XL-7's dash and console with wood grain trim, chrome accents and a 12-volt accessory outlet. Other additions to the interior include a new seven-speaker system, integrated audio and cruise control buttons on the steering wheel, an adjustable center armrest with CD storage and smaller rear headsets for better rearward visibility.

Suzuki has also changed some of its trim names for 2003. The previous "Standard" trim has now simply become the XL-7, while the "Plus" has become the XL-7 with the option of third-row seating. The "Touring" model has been dropped all together. The Limited model is now being offered with a six-disc in-dash CD changer. Finally, a Limited model with the third-row option is also available with climate control and a rear air conditioning switch.

• Affordable base price, competent on- and off-road handling, optional seven-passenger seating, stylish design.

• Cramped second- and third-row seating, side airbags not available.

User Reviews:

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  Good but could be better - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By plazmaman - June 8 - 10:00 am

  This SUV is really fun to drive and looks great too. All around solid vehicle makes it a super value. The creature comforts in the Limited are nicely done and the third row seats are great to pack in a few more rugrats.

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  First Suzuki - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By 4u2nv - May 22 - 2:00 am

  First time Suzuki owner. It has plenty of power and is fun to drive. Only been back to the dealer for a seat belt replacement. Would not retract. Lots of snow in this area. No problem with this baby getting around. Shift to 4 wheel on the fly is super. Would buy another one in a minute.

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  NO MORE AMERICAN AUTOS 4 ME - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By mike tess - April 21 - 10:00 am

  after years of putting up with problem after problem with my ford taurus and ford expedition i totally give up with american cars, especially ford! i love this mini suv, a super great value, fully loaded, peppy engine, great looks, drives great, handles well, all around quality. well thought out. and you dont see one every other block

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  Good deal - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By john - April 3 - 5:16 am

  Handles well and comfortable, 3 years 140000 miles and only have changed oil and brakes, gas mileage is less than expected, body control module quit early on and factory would not cover.

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  Best Car Ever! - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By Tina G - March 19 - 3:30 pm

  Ive had my Suzuki XL7 for 7 years and have put 223,000 miles on it. In that time, Ive only had one minor repair! The body has held up as well as the engine. This car is comfortable, looks great and is the most reliable car Ive ever owned. Hoping to get another 100,000 reliable miles out of it :)

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  Different in Japan - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By Pajero - January 31 - 2:00 am

  Bought mine in Japan from a friend who recently divorced and needed the cash. Only 2300 miles on it at the time. Great SUV with luxury Helly Hansen package, (not available in US). CD/MD 7-speaker stereo system is outstanding. I drive very steep and long hills to teach English at several locations weekly. The 2.7 V-6 handles the hills without breaking a sweat. Great Ride! I love it.

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  XL7 - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By RM1541 - January 26 - 10:00 am

  I own a 1996 Ford Explores XLT, fully equipped (leather, sunroof etc.)I am very happy with it. I believe in brand loyalty, when you receive good service and value, and Ford has delivered for me. I didnt know Suzuki had a larger sized SUV. For a minute there I though it was a customer vehicle! The XL7 is a great value. I bought the Limited, 3 rows, leather seats, excellent sound system, sun roof etc. I looked around, feature by feature, and there was no better value for the price I paid. Ive got close to 8,000 miles on it and I have no complaints!

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  My suzuki X-L7 - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By crach - November 26 - 2:00 am

  The car runs smoothly on both highway and local roads. Is able to easily acellerate onto highways. Has no problem in snow, we had a bad winter last year one storm was over 30" our XL- 7 never got stuck. Gas milage could be better it gets around 15 miles/gallon around town, 19/gallon highway. Its had two recalls both were quickly repaired by the dealer. I love the ABS braking, its worked well on slippery rain slicked roads.

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  so so - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By hoop - September 30 - 2:00 am

  it is an o.k. car for the price tag but needs to be modernized.

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  Great Little SUV - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By jack wright - June 19 - 5:00 pm

  My Suzuki is the best 4WD SUV that money can buy. I bought it used with 10,000 miles on it and know have 50,000. It has a trailer hitch, factory, and pulls my motorcycle great even in the mountains. Its off road performance is excellent. The factory tires, Brigestones, are only fair and lasted 30,000 miles. I found a worthy cheap replacement Kumos at only $350.00 for four. Its reliability has been excellent.