Suzuki XL7
2008-09 modelsMODERATE OVERLAP FRONT TEST
OVERALL EVALUATION:
| Structure/safety cage | Injury measures | Restraints/dummy kinematics | |||
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| Head/neck | Chest | Leg/foot, left | Leg/foot, right | ||
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Important: Frontal crash test ratings can be compared only among vehicles of similar weight.
Good
Acceptable
Marginal
Poor
Test details:
The Suzuki XL7 was redesigned for the 2007 model year. Beginning with 2008 models, design changes were made to the driver frontal airbag and seat belt to improve occupant protection in frontal crashes.
Frontal ratings are assigned by the Institute based on a test conducted by General Motors as part of frontal crash test verification. The XL7 is built in a GM plant in Canada; the tested vehicle was a 2007 model incorporating the airbag and seat belt changes for 2008 models.
Restraints/dummy kinematics — Dummy movement was well controlled. During rebound, the dummy's head hit the roof rail.
Injury measures — Measures taken from the head, neck, and chest indicate low risk of injuries to these body regions in a crash of this severity. Forces on the right tibia indicate that injuries to the lower leg would be possible. Head acceleration from the roof rail hit was low.
Additional features:
- Side airbags: head curtain airbags for all three rows of seats
- Rollover sensor: designed to deploy the side curtain airbags in the event of an impending rollover
- Electronic stability control
- Antilock brakes
- Daytime running lights
Tested vehicle specifications:
- 2007 Suzuki XL7 Limited 4wd
- Class: Midsize SUV
- Weight: 4,094 lbs.
- Side airbags: head curtain airbags for all three rows of seats
- Wheelbase: 112 in.
- Length: 197 in.
- Width: 72 in.
- Engine: 3.6 L V6
- EPA ratings: 15 mpg city | 22 mpg highway
