2004 Suzuki XL-7 Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.66/5 Average
65 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The XL-7 receives minor updates to the exterior and equipment list. The Touring and Limited models have been renamed EX III and LX III. The front grille and bumper have been reworked, and the foglights, taillights and headlights all have a new look. The front-passenger airbags are now multistage, and there's a new panic button on the keyless remote. Lastly, the V6 engine gets two additional horsepower for a total of 185, and the automatic transmission is now a five-speed unit.

Pros:
  • Affordable base price, competent on- and off-road handling, available seven-passenger seating.
Cons:
  • Cramped second- and third-row seating, dated cabin design, low-grade interior plastics, side airbags not available.

User Reviews:

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  • perfect - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    We have 4 children, ages 2-10 with one on the way.. My wife doesnt want to drive a tank, I dont want to pay for one... Our solution??? THE XL-7.. The interior is perfect for our family. It seats all of us comfortably without making us feel like we should be paid $0.36 a mile and be home on weekends. It came with all the features we wanted, 4 wheel drive, pwr windows, locks, mirrors, and numerous cupholders. The engine pulls strongly all the way to the redline..

  • Amazing Value and Reliability - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    Bought my first Suzuki 4X4 SUV in 1989 and every few years, look at the marketplace to see if I can fine a better value coupled with reliabilty. I cant!! Drove my 2003 4X4 XL7 from Florida to Alaska, packed full of our stuff and pulling the biggest U-Haul trailer I could get. Flawless! Not a problem! Did the Alaska winter with 8 Feet of snow. Again...perfect performance. Let the Hummer owners pay twice as much for half the reliabilty and performance. Idiots!! Lose your ego and go Suzuki. Wife drives the 2003 XL7 and I drive a 1993 Sidekick 4X4. I guess Im hooked. Money saved bought our Cessna!

  • good for us - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    We like our XL7, its good for a small family, not really for seven grown ups. Other then that, I love it. its got 4x4 and does have the extra seating if you need it. Its better for two adults and two kids, than anything else.

  • happy with it ! - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    Love the truck. I traded my van and I like the move. Love the dash and the wood panel. The auto A/C is nice to have plus the rear A/C is nice to keep control

  • Quite a bang for your buck - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    I owned a 2001 XL-7 and traded it in when I saw the 2004 XL-7. Very nice updates to the interior. The leather seats are very comfortable and of good quality and Suzuki has done a nice job of moving the placement of the radio, A/C controls to give the inside a better look and feel to it. Fully loaded my cost was just under $26,000. $26,000 for a fully loaded 4WD SUV with heated leather seats, CD-changer, power sunroof, power windows and locks is a steal. Other SUVs with those features will cost you $10,000 more easily. At $26,000 you cant beat what you get from the XL-7.

  • The over looked jewel - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    This is a well made strong mid sized automobile. It performs well in 4wd; as it was designed to be. It is not premium in confort but what true truck is? Suzuki is a trusted name in the vehicle world, motorcycles or autos.

  • Check It Out - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    The Suzuki XL-7 is a great SUV. It would be much better though if they offered more power and towing capacity. the 2.7 liter engine is too weak.

  • Great SUV for the value! - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    After having driven many midsize SUVs, it became very clear for the cost, warranty and standard equipment, this was the car. You can pay thousands more and look no better than you will in this vehicle. The vision or view of the road in the XL7 is very good. The seating is firm, but very comfortable, especially on longer trips. Power equipment and accessories are standard features. Handling, road noise and cabin comfort are as good as those costing thousands more. Did I mention a great warranty?

  • One of a Kind - Fun to Drive - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    I have ownedmy 2004 Suzuki XL-7 for eight months and have had problems with the rear end differential and CD changer and problems with the 4x4 disengaging. Other than that, I really like driving it. The 4x4 does not disengage properly when the tempurature outside is less than 30 degrees, which is not a good thing in Minnesota. I get 16 -19 mpg and the gas tank is too small, so I spend a lot of time at the gas station. The engine is underpowered for the vehicle.

  • I Like My XL-7 - 2004 Suzuki XL-7
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    My 2004 Suzuki XL-7 has been a reliable and fun to drive truck. 3The 3rd row seats are not particularly roomy, but serve the purpose when we need to carry a few more kids. Its ride is a little harsh, but not jolting, and this is an "SUV". It handles and rides much better than most of the big truck-based SUVs Ive driven. My milage was a little less than I had expected, but still better than most trucks. I suppose that the aerodynamics play a part in that.

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