2012 Mazda CX-7

At a Glance

Pricing	$22,190 - $33,540
Drive Types	FWD, AWD
Engines	2.3l I4 T, 2.5l I4
Transmissions	A5, A6
Fuel Economy	17-20 (city), 21-27 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index	55
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Overview Information

The Mazda CX-7 is a small crossover SUV with seating for five passengers. The CX-7 is roughly the same size as popular compact SUVs like the Honda CR-V or Chevrolet Equinox. Most Mazdas are offered in 'i' and 's' models. In this case, CX-7 i models are powered by large-displacement four cylinder engine. The sportier CX-7 s models equip a smaller 2.3l turbo increasing power. An AWD CX-7 with leather seats starts at about $29,000. While the CX-7 is priced competitively, there are alternatives with more utility, fuel efficiency, style, and performance.

Official Word:

The 2012 CX-7 is a highly-styled crossover SUV with the decided soul of a sports car. Produced entirely on a Mazda-derived platform architecture, the five-passenger CX-7 embodies an astute blend of sports car verve and SUV practicality, resulting in a fun-to-drive SUV that represents everything a Mazda should be, and running counter to what most people think a SUV should be capable of. Along with many exterior and interior design enhancements for 2010, the five-passenger CX-7...Read.

Model/Trim/Package	EL	Engine			MPG	VjI	Base Price
CX-7 i SV	2	2.5l I4 (161-bhp)	A5	FWD	20/27/23	40	$22,190
CX-7 i Sport	2	2.5l I4 (161-bhp)	A5	FWD	20/27/23	40	$22,995
CX-7 i Sport Convenience	2	2.5l I4 (161-bhp)	A5	FWD	20/27/23	40	$24,745
CX-7 i Touring	3	2.5l I4 (161-bhp)	A5	FWD	20/27/23	40	$26,590
CX-7 s Touring	3	2.3l I4 T (244-bhp)	A6	FWD	18/24/21	54	$26,455
CX-7 s Touring	3	2.3l I4 T (244-bhp)	A6	AWD	17/21/19	55	$28,155
CX-7 s Touring Technology	3	2.3l I4 T (244-bhp)	A6	FWD	18/24/21	54	$28,640
CX-7 s Touring Technology	3	2.3l I4 T (244-bhp)	A6	AWD	17/21/19	55	$30,340
CX-7 s Grand Touring	4	2.3l I4 T (244-bhp)	A6	FWD	18/24/21	54	$31,840
CX-7 s Grand Touring	4	2.3l I4 T (244-bhp)	A6	AWD	17/21/19	55	$33,540