With improved safety features, comfortable cabin and the trusted brand value of Maruti, the XL7 offers excellent performance in both urban and highway driving. Due to its attractive design and low price, it is becoming a strong option in its category.
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Attractive design: SUV-like stunning appearance
The design of the Maruti Suzuki XL7 is quite similar to that of the XL6, but it has some unique changes that make it stand out. At the front, the XL7 features a bold chrome grille and sleek LED headlamps, which give it a premium and modern look. Its daytime running lights (DRLs) and fog lamps make it more attractive. In the side profile, the 16-inch alloy wheels and body cladding give it a rugged SUV-like look. At the rear, the gloss finish on the tailgate and the XL7 branding differentiate it from the XL6.
Talking about its dimensions, the XL7 measures 4,450 mm in length, 1,775 mm in width, 1,710 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,740 mm. Its ground clearance ranges between 195-200 mm, which is suitable for Indian roads. This design not only looks great but also keeps practicality and utility in mind.
New Maruti Suzuki XL7 Engine
It is powered by a 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine that produces around 104 bhp of power and 138 Nm of torque. This engine is known for smooth and refined performance. Transmission options include 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic options, which make driving more convenient.
New Maruti Suzuki XL7 Specification
Maruti Suzuki XL7 comes with ISOFIX child seat mounts, ABS, EBD, rear parking sensor, and basic safety features. Advanced safety features like 6 airbags, AEB, LDW, ACC and 360° camera are also talked about, although many of these are only speculative at the moment.
New Maruti Suzuki XL7 Design & Mileage
Its design is bold and modern, with stylish details like chrome-finished grille, LED headlights, roof rails and dual-tone alloy wheels, giving it a premium and SUV-like look. Its long and wide body proportions not only give better presence on the road but also provide more space inside. Talking about mileage, the company claims that the manual variant gives a fuel efficiency of about 19 kmpl and the automatic variant about 18.7 kmpl, which is considered quite good in this segment.
Spacious and comfortable interior
The interior of the XL7 is designed keeping in mind the needs of families. It has a 7-seater configuration, with three seats in the second row and two seats in the third row. The cabin is designed in a black and grey dual-tone theme, giving it a premium look. The seats are comfortable and suitable for long journeys. The second and third rows feature 60:40 and 50:50 split-folding, providing additional luggage space.
The XL7 features modern features like a 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, and wireless phone charging. Apart from this, rear AC vents and multiple storage options make it even more practical. The boot space of 803 liters (with rear seats folded) makes it ideal for long journeys.
New Maruti Suzuki XL7 Price & EMI
Its ex-showroom price is likely to be around ₹ 12.4 lakh to ₹ 14.2 lakh. EMI options will also be available for this, approximately, if you take a down payment of ₹ 2 lakh and a loan for 5 years at 9% annual interest rate, then the EMI can be around ₹ 20,000 to ₹ 22,000 per month.
Competition and market position
The XL7 will compete with vehicles like Toyota Innova, Kia Carens, and Hyundai Alcazar in the Indian market. Apart from this, it can also compete with its own Ertiga and XL6. The biggest advantage of XL7 is its affordable price, great mileage, and Maruti’s strong service network. However, some buyers believe that its price could have been more competitive.
Why is it special for Indian families?
The XL7 is specially designed keeping in mind the needs of Indian families. Its 7-seater configuration, spacious cabin, and economical mileage make it ideal for middle-class families. Apart from this, Maruti’s reliability and low maintenance cost make it suitable for long-term use. Be it city roads or long highway trips, XL7 gives great performance in every situation.
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