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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  Great SUV at a great price - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By snjlovin2run - January 24 - 10:00 am

  In the XL7, I got the small SUV I wanted and we still have 7 seats for emergencies, although you do have to adjust the 2nd and 3rd row just right to make everyone comfy.The XL7 is on a sturdy truck frame and has a real and simple manual 4wd system.The engine is not a power dynamo but adequate and very smooth with the liquid filled engine mounts and 32 valve config.The engine using a timing chain instead of a belt also appealed to me. Gas mileage is better than expected, getting 22-23 on the open road and 18-19 in city driving.It is simple and practicle in engineering and design but comes with a host of standard features.

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  My Suzi has proven herself. - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By woody2009 - January 16 - 8:32 pm

  I just bought my suziki recently, used. I loved the looks of it and the 4x4 was what I really needed because I live in a flood area. It proved itself this past week when I came across a flooded road going home one night going home from work. It didnt look that deep but by the time I was half way thru the water was coming over the hood. It never lost power or traction. I passed a car stuck half way thru and the looks on their faces was priceless as they watched me drive (or possibly floating) by. I was scared but the adrenalin rush when I made it to the end was priceless. Had a little water in the passenger floor board. Other than that ALL DRY!!

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  Great deal and good truck - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By 8ballball - December 17 - 10:00 am

  I live in Toronto. It is a snow country. I need a SUV for safety arround a year. I pick XL7 because it has a good price($34000 CAD). The real 4X4, seating comforable and redesigned the interior and it look good. Outstanding SUV in this price!!!

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  Suzuki XL-7 is great for women too! - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By Suze - October 24 - 10:00 am

  I absolutely love my XL-7! I had a mini-van previously but realized that I wasnt the mini-van type. I have two children who love the sunroof and elegant interior as much as I do. The only problem is getting the keys in the morning before my husband does.

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  3rd row seating - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By mynewcar - August 6 - 10:00 am

  I have found the third row of seating to be wonderfully handy for my kids and their friends. Though it is not as easy to get in and out of as a minivans third row -- the kids dont care -- they love it! I love the car and feel that it is a great value. 0% financing and full of standard options make it a great choice.

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  my xl-7 - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By my xl-7 - July 24 - 2:00 am

  I have less than 13,000 miles on this suv, but have had the abs changed on front wheels, and rear wheel bearings changed. And now the remote is not working! Too many problems for a new automobile. I fear that other problems will arise.

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  good suv @ good price - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By gbtny - June 23 - 10:00 am

  I have 60,000 mile on my XL7 without any trouble. Handles as well now as when it was brand new. Fun to drive and was good in the snow this past winter.

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  Great Value - Luxury, Perf., Utility - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By BobP - May 12 - 10:00 am

  I was looking for an SUV as a second vehicle to compliment a luxury sports sedan that I have. I seem to have found it. The style is contemporary. Interior is beautiful and plush. There is plenty of cargo room. The ride and quietness is almost better than my 35K sedan. I drove several SUVs in the low 20s and this one by far could compete with those 10K more. I think it will be a great experience

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  best kept secret - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By malexa00 - May 6 - 10:00 am

  Just purchased the XL-7 Touring model without the 3rd row seat. Very happy so far. Comes with a lot of standard features for the price paid. The size of the XL-7 is somewhere between the compact SUVs (Rav-4, CRV) and the mid-large SUVs (Pilot, Explorer). Fun to Drive. If Suzuki came out with a full size SUV it would give the Explorer and Pilot a lot of competition.

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  Satisfied Customer - 2003 Suzuki XL-7
  By Phil Dee - March 7 - 2:00 am

  Was looking for a smaller SUV that would move more than 5 people occasionally. This has worked just as we had expected. Its not built to be the big 7 passenger SUV - it works for a mix of adults & kids. The ride is great and the features more than adequate, all for a reasonable price! It might not be suitable for larger people, but its exactly what we were looking for.