The XL7 crosses over to a front-wheel-drive platform and offers a 3.6-liter V6. The engine produces 250 hp and is rated for better fuel economy, despite increased displacement over the old model’s 2.7-liter. Power is routed through a five-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. All-wheel drive is available. Seating for seven is available.
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The old XL-7 was a stretched Grand Vitara. This new XL-7 is actually built on the same platform as the Saturn Vue, Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent, with a bit of a stretch. I’m not sure why they decided to go the ugly route after making the Grand Vitara be so clean looking.