DecodedCars2007 Suzuki XL-7
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Body styles
- Xl7 4dr 4WD Jlx, Xl7 4dr 4WD Jx
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 197.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,909–4,050 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 32 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2007 Suzuki XL-7 is a SUV - offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 197 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,050 lb (Xl7 4dr 4WD Jlx).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 3% worse than the 2007 SUV - average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xl7 4dr 4WD Jlx | 197.2 in | 72.4 in | 68.1 in | 112.6 in | 61 / 61.8 in | 4,050 lb | 54/46 |
| Xl7 4dr 4WD Jx | 197.2 in | 72.4 in | 68.1 in | 112.6 in | 61 / 61.8 in | 3,909 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL7 FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -3% | $3,700 | 494 |
| XL7 AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | +3% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Suzuki XL-7 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2007 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Suzuki XL-7 (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 13 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 17 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 17 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 16 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Dec 20, 2012
NHTSA campaign 12V597000 · 2,830 vehicles
- Problem
- American Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2007 XL-7 vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; and manufactured June 13, 2006, through December 22, 2006. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Fix
- American Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed on March 7, 2013. Owners may contact American Suzuki Customer Relations at 1-800-934-0934.
Not every 2007 Suzuki XL-7 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2007 Suzuki XL-7 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 16 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 15 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Air Bags — 8 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 110,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Suzuki XL-7. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XL-7 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Suzuki. How we calculate this →