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For more information:
Beth Borozan/Leonie Wanke
American Suzuki Public Relations
(714) 996-7040 ext. 2464
autopr@suz.com
Amy Corsinita
PainePR for American Suzuki
(949) 809-6740
2007 SUZUKI XL7 REDEFINES MIDSIZE CROSSOVER SUV SEGMENT
Larger, more powerful Suzuki flagship SUV
blends perfect mix of performance, comfort and safety
The 2007 Suzuki XL7 midsize SUV moves American Suzuki forward to the next chapter in its ongoing
SUV success story and up the automotive ladder as Suzuki becomes a more mainstream vehicle
supplier.
Evolved from the Suzuki Concept-X, which debuted at the 2005 North American International Auto
Show in Detroit, the all-new XL7 is bigger, bolder and more powerful than the previous generation
XL-7 and offers available all-wheel drive and available seven-passenger seating. In creating the 2007
XL7, Suzuki leveraged its SUV heritage and expertise to design an all-new vehicle for the midsize
crossover SUV segment that provides style, room and adaptability for active, mobile lifestyles.
The XL7 design blends SUV versatility and safety with increased driver and passenger comfort. The
XL7 not only offers the cargo and seating flexibility for all aspects of consumers’ active lifestyles, but
performance capabilities and safety features that give them the confidence of being in control. Also
due to its lightweight unibody chassis, it gets approximately 10 to 15 percent better fuel economy than
most midsize body-on-frame SUVs.
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As with all 2007 Suzuki automobiles, the XL7 is backed by America’s #1 Warranty: 100,000-mile/
seven-year, fully transferable, zero-deductible powertrain limited warranty.
Performance and Powertrain
The all-new XL7 is a front-wheel-drive vehicle that features four-wheel independent suspension and
available all-wheel drive. The standard powertrain for the Suzuki XL7 is a Suzuki-built 3.6-liter, V6,
24-valve DOHC engine with variable valve timing.
The 3.6-liter engine is near the top of its class with 252 horsepower and 243 lb.-ft. of torque and is
matched to a five-speed automatic transmission that features a manual-shifting (manumatic) mode.
The XL7 goes from zero to 60 mph in less than eight seconds. Although the new engine is nearly one
liter larger and significantly more powerful than the 2.7-liter engine used in the previous XL-7, the
new, larger XL7 was designed to deliver fuel economy equal to or better than its predecessor. EPA
fuel economy estimates are 18 mpg/city and 24 mpg/highway for front-wheel-drive variants and 17
mpg/city and 23 mpg/highway for all-wheel drive. Towing capacity is rated at 3,500 pounds, making it
an ideal vehicle for active buyers seeking to tow their ATVs, dirt bikes or personal watercrafts.
The engine is mounted in a double-isolated engine cradle system; the engine mounts to the cradle at
four points, and the cradle mounts to the rails at four points, providing double isolation from the body.
The cradle system features two side load-bearing mounts and front and rear torque reaction mounts.
There also is a friction snubber mounted on the passenger side of the engine to help control engine
movement sometimes experienced during shifting.
All-Wheel Drive
The available all-wheel-drive system uses an active, electronically controlled rear differential module.
The system responds immediately to all-wheel-drive requests and effectively eliminates lag times. A
four-mount cradle secures the rear drive module, which is regulated by its own dedicated electronic
controller. A new-design propeller shaft fitted with upgraded universal joints handles the added
torque.
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Advanced Chassis Design
The all-new 2007 Suzuki XL7 evolves from a rear-wheel-drive, truck chassis SUV into a crossover
SUV with full-length underbody rails for added strength.
The sophisticated chassis delivers nimble, car-like ride and comfort whether driving on the highway,
city streets or rural roads. The XL7’s responsive road manners communicate a sense of confidence
and control in virtually every driving scenario, while still providing refined noise, vibration and
harshness (NVH) performance at or near the top of the midsize SUV category.
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
The XL7 features four-wheel independent suspension with MacPherson struts in the front and a multi-
link design in the rear.
The small details add up to provide a car-like ride. The MacPherson strut-type front suspension is
designed with long wheel travel, and the design of the struts compensates for coil spring side loads.
The bottom of the coil spring is anchored more outboard in the spring perch to relieve the bending
load on the strut caused when located further outboard.
The independent rear suspension is fitted with hydraulic shock absorbers in the five-passenger
configuration and Nivomat load-leveling rear shock absorbers when configured for the available
seven-passenger design.
The multi-link rear suspension design features a trailing arm plus three additional locating links to
allow a low, wide load floor and maximum rear-passenger space. The vertical design of the rear-
trailing arm provides flexibility in the twisting direction so the wheel can maintain camber as it moves
vertically. The three locating links are designed to manage lateral loads and control the dynamic toe-
in of the rear wheel.
Hydraulic-Assist Rack-and-Pinion Steering
The fixed-rate rack-and-pinion steering is tuned for responsiveness and good on-center feel. In
addition, the steering column can be adjusted up and down (four degrees) to provide added driver
comfort.
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Stainless Steel Dual Exhaust System
The all-new XL7 is fitted with a true dual exhaust system, constructed of durable, long-lasting
stainless steel. The system was designed for quiet, refined exhaust tones to achieve best-in-class
NVH in terms of quietness and tonal quality. The exhaust system features two downpipes, two
catalytic converters, a center muffler, two side mufflers and two 3.5-inch diameter exhaust tips.
Safety Features
The XL7’s safety features start with the body structure itself – a combination of computer-designed
high-strength, dual-phase and galvanized steels. The body structure is computer designed to
manage loads – to effectively transfer energy absorbed during impacts around the interior
compartment and occupants – in both front and rear crashes.
The unibody construction is a high-strength steel structure, incorporating full-length frame rails and a
safety cage in the middle into a single, welded unit. It also is designed with front and rear crumple
zones engineered to collapse in a controlled manner to help absorb crash energy while protecting the
integrity of the occupant safety cage.
The safety cage is reinforced with welded, tubular-section members that frame door openings and
support the roof and steel members in the doors. The combination of single-piece door aperture and
door beam reinforcements help resist side-impact intrusion.
The all-new 2007 Suzuki XL7 is fitted with standard four-wheel ABS with electronic brake-force
distribution (EBD), Electronic Stability Program (ESP)1 (including traction control), all working together
to provide a technically sophisticated safety net for the driver. The system uses a yaw sensor, lateral
accelerometer and steering angle sensor to monitor vehicle stability and driver inputs.
Working with the standard ABS with EBD and traction control system (TCS), the system can apply
individual brakes selectively to control oversteer and understeer as needed to help the driver maintain
control on slippery surfaces or during emergency maneuvers. Being able to control any or all of the
brakes allows the ESP system to provide maximum responsiveness, control and enhanced accident
avoidance capabilities, although ESP is not a substitute for safe driving practices.
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The TCS uses brake and engine torque intervention to enhance traction during launch and
acceleration on all road surfaces. If the ABS system detects impending wheel slip, it signals the
powertrain engine control unit (ECU) to adjust engine torque output accordingly. TCS also senses
when one or more wheels spin faster than the vehicle’s speed and applies the brakes at that wheel or
wheels. Working together, the two systems limit wheel spin and help maintain control and forward
progress quickly and efficiently.
In addition, rollover sensing is standard on both five- and seven-passenger XL7 vehicles. The
technology uses sensors to proactively monitor the vehicle’s angle and rate of roll on a flat road
surface and applies brake force to the outside front and rear wheels in order to reduce lateral force in
the vehicle.
Additional standard safety features include driver and front-passenger advanced airbags and side-
curtain airbags, three-point seatbelts with load limiters in all five- or seven-passenger seating
positions, front seat safety belt pretensioners, child-seat lower anchor and tethers for children
(LATCH), five-mph bumpers and low front bumpers for optimum safety in the event of a collision with
an automobile, and tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Sleek Sophistication and Functionality
The all-new XL7 features a modern, sleek and expressive design with Suzuki styling cues, such as
triangle-shaped turn lamps, bold three-bar grille with large Suzuki “S,” muscular wheel arches, dual
exhaust with chrome tips and integrated roof racks.
Plush Interior
The 2007 Suzuki XL7 is the largest, most comfortable Suzuki SUV ever built. It offers the driver and
passengers a spacious, functional interior that provides upscale sophistication and refinement. The
unique third-row seat delivers seven-passenger capability and real comfort.
With its six-inch deep footwell, the stretched platform delivers comfortable first-, best-in-class second-
and ample third-row seating, offering respectively 41.2, 38.8 and 30.8 inches of legroom and 41.3, 40
and 38.8 inches of headroom. The reclining 60/40 split-folding second-row seat tumbles and folds,
and the 50/50 split-folding third-row seat can be folded flat into the floor for additional cargo carrying
room. The fold-flat front-passenger seat allows room for longer items such as ladders, surfboards or
even a small kayak.
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In addition to the practicality of the touch-screen navigation system and DVD entertainment and
ample storage consoles, the interior of the 2007 Suzuki XL7 features upscale wood or satin nickel
appliqués on the instrument panel and doors, chrome accents throughout and matte black, low-gloss
surfaces. Leather seating surfaces and leather-wrapped steering wheel are part of certain trim
packages.
Trim Levels and Packages
Four trim levels will be offered: XL7, Luxury, Special and Limited. The XL7 and XL7 Luxury are
available in both five-passenger and seven-passenger configuration. The XL7 Special and the top-of-
the-line XL7 Limited features standard seven-passenger seating. Each trim level will be offered with
front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive.
The XL7 has a long list of standard features, including five-speed automatic transmission with
manumatic shift, safety features, including an alarm with immobilizer, driver and passenger front
airbags, side-curtain airbags for all rows of passengers, ABS with EBD, ESP with TCS, and TPMS.
Standard features also include remote keyless entry, power windows, door locks and mirrors, tilt
steering wheel, cruise control, trip computer with driver information center, auto on/off headlamps,
black roof rails, 16-inch alloy wheels, privacy glass, satin silver interior trim, overhead storage
compartment, air conditioning with automatic climate control and AM/FM/CD stereo system with six
speakers. In addition, three-row, seven-passenger models feature Nivomat load-leveling rear
suspension, rear cargo underfloor storage and rear air conditioning with separate HVAC controls.
The starting MSRP for the XL7 is $22,999.
The XL7 Luxury adds leather seating surfaces, power driver seat, heated front seats, 17-inch wheels
and tires, and wood trim accents. The Luxury model with three-row, seven-passenger configuration
offers an optional sunroof or an optional DVD entertainment package with wireless headphones and
remote start feature. The starting MSRP for the XL7 Luxury is $24,599.
The XL7 Special comes with standard 16-inch wheels, seven-passenger configuration and DVD
entertainment package with remote start feature. The starting MSRP for the XL7 Special is $26,849.
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The XL7 Limited (standard with three-row, seven-passenger seating) adds fog lamps, rear spoiler,
upgraded roof racks with silver-colored rails and cross bars, aluminum lower bumper valances,
AM/FM/CD/MP3 XM Radio-ready audio system with seven speakers (including subwoofer), DVD
entertainment system with wireless headphones and auto-dimming antiglare rearview mirror with
compass. The starting MSRP for the XL7 Limited is $27,949.
Consumers can also choose the optional Platinum Touring Package (late availability), which replaces
the DVD entertainment package with a power tilt-and-slide sunroof and adds a touch-screen DVD-
based navigation system and chrome plated alloy wheels.
The XL7 and Luxury models feature 16-inch alloy wheels with P235/65R16 tires, while Limited models
are fitted with 17-inch alloy wheels and P235/60R17 tires. The 16-inch spare tire is carried in an
outside-the-cabin underfloor area equipped with a hoist system. The storage area is designed to
accommodate up to a 17-inch wheel and tire should there be a need.
About Suzuki
The Brea, Calif.-based Automotive Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) was
founded in 1985 by parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) and currently markets its
vehicles in the United States through a network of more than 530 automotive dealerships in 49
states. Based in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle and
outboard motor manufacturer with sales of more than two million new vehicles annually. Founded in
1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has operations in 125 countries. For more information, visit
www.media.suzukiauto.com.
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