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Suzuki XL7 vs. Honda CR-V Review

How the Suzuki XL7 stacks up against the Honda CR-V - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2009 Suzuki XL7
Price Range: $25,745 - $29,930
2010 Honda CR-V
Price Range: $21,245 - $27,745
Suzuki XL7 vs. Honda CR-V Review

Utility
There's no clear winner between the Suzuki XL-7 and the CR-V with respect to transporting cargo. Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Suzuki XL-7 over the CR-V. The Suzuki outpulls the Honda CR-V by a sizeable margin.

Dimensions
The Suzuki is slightly more ponderous than the Honda CR-V. The Honda CR-V's tank is roughly the same size as the XL-7's, though the Suzuki's is a tad bigger. The Honda CR-V and the Suzuki XL-7 compete for the same parking spaces. The Suzuki XL-7's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the flip side, the Honda CR-V may give a sprier feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the CR-V to the dealership as the Suzuki XL-7. When it comes to MSRP, the Honda CR-V doesn't cost much less than the XL-7.

Handling
The Suzuki and the Honda have approximately similar tires. With its tighter turning radius, the CR-V is very likely more maneuverable than the Suzuki XL-7, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, note that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Honda CR-V and the Suzuki XL-7 have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Suzuki XL-7. The Honda could learn a lesson or two from the Suzuki XL-7 as far as torque.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the XL-7's front cabin compared to the Honda CR-V. The ampler interior dimensions of the Honda CR-V make it roomier for your passengers than the Suzuki XL-7.

Overview
The Honda CR-V and the Suzuki XL-7 have the same basic after-sale protection.

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