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Mazda CX-7
2012 Mazda CX-7
Select configuration:
$22,190
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Base V6 RWD
2010 Base V6 RWD
Select configuration:
$29,480
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 14 MPG
Hwy: 20 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Mazda CX-7
2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 Rear Angle View
2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 Dashboard
35
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Base V6 RWD
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
7
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
4.0L V6 Gas
Horsepower
161 hp @ 6000 rpm
210 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque
161 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
254 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,496 lbs
4,525 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
16 MPG
City
20 MPG
14 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
20 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.5 Tons/yr
11.6 Tons/yr
EPA rating
5
3

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
22.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
328 miles
315 miles
Cruising Range Highway
442.8 miles
450 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184.3 in
193.5 in
Height
64.8 in
72.8 in
Max Width
73.7 in
73.5 in
Front Width
64.1 in
60.9 in
Rear Width
63.9 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
108.3 in
113.7 in
Ground Clearance
8.1 in
8.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.7 in
42.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.7 in
39.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.8 in
55.4 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.4 in
36.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
38.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.8 in
58.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53 in
55.5 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
58.6 ft³
85.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
29.9 ft³
45.1 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Variable Assist Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
36.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.0"
18" x TBD
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.0"
18" x TBD

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Independent

Tires

Front Tire
P215/70HR17
P235/65R18
Rear Tire
P215/70HR17
P235/65R18
Spare Tire
T155/90D18
P235/65R18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Black Cherry Mica
  • Brilliant Black
  • Copper Red Mica
  • Crystal White Pearl Mica
  • Liquid Silver Metallic
  • Stormy Blue Mica
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth seat trim
  • Sand, Cloth seat trim
  • Camel, Heated leather seat trim
  • Camel, Premium cloth seat trim
  • Charcoal Black, Heated leather seat trim
  • Charcoal Black, Premium cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Optional

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Optional

Safety

Safety Features

ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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