2007 Mazda CX-7: Overview
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- MSRP: $23,750 -$28,000
- Invoice: $22,225 -$26,188
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Pros
- Steering/handling
- Cargo room
Cons
- Ride
- "Turbo lag" power delivery
- Interior materials
Vehicle Highlights
CX-7 bows for 2007 as Mazda's first car-type midsize SUV. This five-passenger 4-dr wagon offers Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring models with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive that lacks low-range gearing. All have a 244-hp turbocharged 4-cyl engine, drawn from the sporty MazdaSpeed 6 sedan, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift gate. CX-7s come with ABS and traction/antiskid control. Also standard are front side airbags and curtain side airbags with rollover deployment. Touring and Grand Touring add leather upholstery and heated front seats. Available for all is a navigation system with rearview camera.
COMPETITION
Consumer GuideĀ® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to eight-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | AWD Sport Rating | Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 5 | 5.2 |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | 4 |
| Ride Quality | 4 | 5.5 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 6 | 4.5 |
| Quietness | 5 | 5.6 |
| Controls | 6 | 6.6 |
| Details | 3.5 | |
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 6 | 7 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 5 | 6.1 |
| Cargo Room | 8 | 8 |
| Value within Class | 7 | 5.9 |
| Total Score: | 57 | 61.9 |














