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Mazda CX-7
2012 Mazda CX-7
Select configuration:
$22,190
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Toyota Highlander
2024 Toyota Highlander
Select configuration:
$39,120
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Mazda CX-7
2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 Rear Angle View
2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 Dashboard
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Toyota Highlander
2020-2024 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2024 Toyota Highlander Steering Wheel Design
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
161 hp @ 6000 rpm
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
161 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,496 lbs
4,155 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
25 MPG
City
20 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.5 Tons/yr
7.1 (2023) Tons/yr
EPA rating
5
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
328 miles
393.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
442.8 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184.3 in
194.9 in
Height
64.8 in
68.1 in
Max Width
73.7 in
76 in
Front Width
64.1 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
63.9 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
108.3 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
8.1 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.7 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.7 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.8 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.4 in
38.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.8 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
28 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
58.6 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
29.9 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.0"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.0"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P215/70HR17
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P215/70HR17
P235/65VR18
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
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Cypress
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Moon Dust
  • Ruby Flare Pearl
  • Wind Chill Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth seat trim
  • Sand, Cloth seat trim
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Not Available
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
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
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
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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