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Mazda CX-7
2012 Mazda CX-7
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$22,190
Starting Price (MSRP)
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2024 Subaru Ascent
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$34,395
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
161 hp @ 6000 rpm
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque
161 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,496 lbs
4,421 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
2,000 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
22 MPG
City
20 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
26 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.5 Tons/yr
8.1 Tons/yr
EPA rating
5
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
19.3 gallons
Cruising Range City
328 miles
386 miles
Cruising Range Highway
442.8 miles
501.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184.3 in
196.8 in
Height
64.8 in
71.6 in
Max Width
73.7 in
76 in
Front Width
64.1 in
64.4 in
Rear Width
63.9 in
64.2 in
Wheelbase
108.3 in
113.8 in
Ground Clearance
8.1 in
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.7 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.7 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58 in
61.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.8 in
57.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.4 in
38.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
40 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.8 in
60.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53 in
57.2 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
31.7 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.2 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
57 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.9 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
58.6 ft³
75.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
29.9 ft³
43.5 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
17.8 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
45.9 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
34 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
38 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.0"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.0"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P215/70HR17
P245/60HR18
Rear Tire
P215/70HR17
P245/60HR18
Spare Tire
T155/90D18
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Black Cherry Mica
  • Brilliant Black
  • Copper Red Mica
  • Crystal White Pearl Mica
  • Liquid Silver Metallic
  • Stormy Blue Mica
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth seat trim
  • Sand, Cloth seat trim
  • Slate Black, Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
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
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
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
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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