2011 Mazda CX-7 i SV

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Price:
$12,949
Stock # :
82808A
VIN # :
JM3ER2AMXB0388597
Mileage:
93,055
Engine:
2.5L 4 Cylinder Engine 2.5L 4 Cylinder
Exterior Color:
Silver
Body
Sport Utility
Transmission:
Automatic
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17 x 7.0J Aluminum Alloy Wheels, 3.863 Axle Ratio, 4 Speakers, Air Conditioning, AM/FM/CD Audio System w/MP3 Capability, CD player, Electronic Stability Control, Power door mirrors, Power windows, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Split folding rear seat, Spoiler, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Trip computer. 20/28 City/Highway MPG Reviews: * If you desire a vehicle worthy of driving on winding roads, but you have the responsibility of safely transporting your family, the CX-7 is one crossover SUV that can satisfy both demands. Source: KBB.com * Sporty handling; strong performance from the turbocharged four-cylinder engine; solid build quality; attention-getting design. Source: Edmunds

Edmunds.com Ratings & Reviews

2011 mazda cx-7

Consumer Reviews from Edmunds.com

Overall Consumer Ratings
3.7
22 Total Consumer Reviews
5 Star - (45%)
4 Star - (14%)
3 Star - (14%)
2 Star - (27%)
1 Star - (7%)

Edmunds.com Consumer Rating (out of 5)

PERFORMANCE
3.5
COMFORT
4
INTERIOR
3.6
RELIABILITY
3.3
VALUE
4

Edmunds.com Expert Review

Edmunds Says

Thanks to a sharp design and sharper handling, the 2011 Mazda CX-7 brings some much-needed fun to a practical but mostly bland segment.

What's New

For 2011, the base Mazda CX-7 with a normally aspirated four-cylinder gains a better-equipped upper trim called the CX-7i Touring. The turbo engine's fuel economy has improved slightly as well.

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PROS

Sporty handling; strong performance from the turbocharged four-cylinder engine; solid build quality; attention-getting design.

Introduction

Every class needs its jock. Without him, your football team would've been terrible and the grading curve for your chemistry final would've been screwed up by the smart kids. In a similar vein, the 2011 Mazda CX-7 could be described as the jock of the compact-crossover class. The CX-7 isn't as sensible as most of its rivals, but it's good looking and far more exciting when you're behind the wheel.

Like most other Mazda models, the CX-7 offers precise handling and responsive steering for its class. A radically raked windshield, bulked-up fender flares and a wide-mouth grille are commonalities as well, and we'd say they look better on the CX-7 than on its siblings. They certainly add up to a more interesting, and, yes, athletic-looking crossover than such rivals as the Chevy Equinox, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.

Of course, those competitors are more practical, blessed with far more space for both passengers and cargo. Families in particular will appreciate the greater versatility and kid-friendly features of the competition. Their engines are also more appealing. True, the Mazda's available turbocharged engine is certainly brawny, but its fuel economy is worst in class. The normally aspirated engine of the base-model CX-7 is more economical, but still not to the degree of the most frugal choices in this class, and it's also rather slow.

So as you can see, there are distinct pros and cons to bringing a 2011 Mazda CX-7 home to mom. If you're looking for something that's more sensible though a bit less fun, we'd suggest checking out the 2011 Hyundai Tucson, 2011 Kia Sportage or 2011 Subaru Forester. Whoever said picking the jock would be easy?

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2011 Mazda CX-7 is five-passenger compact crossover SUV. There are two engines available; the base four-cylinder is indicated with an "i" and the turbocharged four-cylinder gets an "s." Each is available in different trim levels.

The base i SV comes equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, keyless entry, full power accessories, air-conditioning, a height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack. The i Sport adds privacy glass, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and Bluetooth. The Convenience package adds to the i Sport a sunroof, automatic climate control, an eight-way power driver seat with manual lumbar adjustment, heated front seats, a color trip computer and a rearview camera. The i Touring includes all Convenience package items plus leather upholstery, a navigation system and a nine-speaker Bose sound system with a six-CD changer and satellite radio.

In addition to its turbocharged engine, the s Touring gains the i Sport's equipment plus 18-inch wheels, an eight-way power driver seat and manual lumbar adjustment, heated front seats, a cargo cover and leather upholstery. The Touring Technology package adds the rest of the i Touring's extra equipment. The s Grand Touring includes all previously mentioned items, but adds 19-inch wheels, automatic xenon headlights, foglamps, heated mirrors, automatic wipers, keyless ignition/entry, a blind-spot warning system, driver seat memory functions, a four-way power passenger seat and electroluminescent gauges.

Powertrains and Performance

The 2011 Mazda CX-7 i models are powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that produces 161 horsepower and 161 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive and a five-speed automatic are standard. In Edmunds testing, this engine took the CX-7 from zero to 60 mph in 9.8 seconds -- slow, but not much worse than the class average. EPA estimated fuel economy is 20 mpg city/28 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined.

The CX-7 s gets a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder that produces 244 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive are standard, but all-wheel drive is optional. In our tests, a CX-7 turbo accelerated from zero to 60 in 7.7 seconds -- a swift time for the class. EPA-estimated fuel economy is poor at 18/24/20 with front-wheel drive and 17/21/19 with AWD.

Safety

Every 2011 Mazda CX-7 comes standard with traction and stability control, antilock brakes with brake assist, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. In Edmunds brake testing, a CX-7 i Sport came to a stop from 60 mph in 131 feet -- a bit longer than average. In contrast, the CX-7 s Grand Touring stopped in an excellent 113 feet.

The CX-7 has not been rated using the government's new, more strenuous 2011 crash-testing procedures. Its 2010 ratings (which aren't comparable to 2011 tests) were a top five-star rating in both front and side collisions. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the CX-7 its highest rating of "Good" for both frontal-offset and side-impact crashworthiness, but the second-worst "Marginal" in the roof strength test.

Interior Design and Special Features

The CX-7's athletic styling carries over to the interior of the cabin, where the edgy yet functional design provides a more visually interesting environment than one might expect from a crossover SUV. A sporty three-spoke steering wheel is reminiscent of the one found in the Miata, while the gauge cluster is similar to the RX-8's. Build quality and ergonomics are both very good, although some might find the radio controls a bit complicated compared to other vehicles. The available navigation system is less expensive than those in most other cars, but its small display makes certain information hard to see.

Ample hiproom and headroom keep CX-7 passengers comfortable, even with all five seats occupied. However, rear legroom doesn't measure up to that of chief competitors, notably the Equinox. There are about 30 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second-row seat, while maximum capacity stands at about 59 cubes. The latter number is more than 10 cubes fewer than the class-leading RAV4, Forester and CR-V, but on par with crossovers like the Tucson and Sportage.

Driving Impressions

When it comes to handling and braking performance, the 2011 Mazda CX-7 lives up to Mazda's sporty reputation. The steering is nicely weighted, and the effort increases in direct proportion to cornering forces. This crossover SUV feels stable in turns and changes direction quickly. The CX-7 rides a bit firmer than most competitors, but that's a livable trade-off for such performance.

The performance of the base engine is merely adequate, with acceleration that's on the slow side even in a class of pokey performers. The turbocharged engine is much more spirited, but the combination of turbo lag and the transmission calibration sometimes makes the power delivery feel somewhat abrupt to those used to cruising around in crossovers with V6 engines. Fuel economy is also pretty poor.

Standard Equipment at time of original manufacture release.

Convenience & Comfort

  • A/C
  • Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Cruise Control
  • Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
  • Driver Vanity Mirror
  • Engine Immobilizer
  • Floor Mats
  • Intermittent Wipers
  • Keyless Entry
  • Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror
  • Passenger Vanity Mirror
  • Power Door Locks
  • Power Mirror(s)
  • Power Outlet
  • Power Steering
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defrost
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
  • Trip Computer
  • Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers

Drivetrain & Engine

  • Front Wheel Drive
  • Gasoline Fuel

Entertainment

  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Player
  • MP3 Player

Safety

  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • ABS
  • Brake Assist
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Driver Air Bag
  • Front Head Air Bag
  • Front Side Air Bag
  • Passenger Air Bag
  • Rear Head Air Bag
  • Rollover Protection Bars
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control

Seat & Trim

  • Bucket Seats
  • Cloth Seats
  • Pass-Through Rear Seat
  • Rear Bench Seat

Tires & Wheels

  • Aluminum Wheels
  • Temporary Spare Tire
  • Tire Pressure Monitor

Featured Equipment below have been confirmed on vehicle today. Additional equipment not listed may still be available.

Installed Features

  • (2) 12V pwr outlets
  • (2) front/rear cupholders
  • 17" aluminum wheels
  • 2.5L DOHC 16-valve VVT I4 engine
  • 3-point seat belts for all seating positions
  • 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
  • 5-speed automatic transmission w/OD & Sport Shift
  • 60/40 split fold-down rear seat -inc: remote operation, adjustable outboard headrests
  • Aux audio input jack
  • Body-color bumpers
  • Body-color door handles
  • Body-color folding pwr mirrors
  • Center console w/lock, rubber tray
  • Child safety rear door locks
  • Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbags
  • Driver & front passenger side airbags
  • Driver side footrest

 

  • Dual sun visors w/extensions & illuminated covered vanity mirrors
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) & brake assist
  • Engine immobilizer anti-theft system
  • Exterior temp display
  • Fold-away brake pedal assembly
  • Front belts w/pretensioners & force limiters
  • Front door storage pockets w/bottle holders
  • Front wheel drive
  • Front/rear air curtains w/rollover protection
  • Front/rear crumple zones
  • Front/rear stabilizer bars
  • Halogen headlights
  • Independent front MacPherson strut suspension
  • Independent rear multi-link suspension w/coil spring
  • Instrumentation -inc: tachometer, (2) trip odometers, coolant temp/fuel gauges
  • Manual air conditioner
  • Multi-information dot display -inc: trip computer

 

  • P215/70HR17 all-season tires
  • Passenger assist grip
  • Pwr rack & pinion steering w/variable assist
  • Pwr ventilated disc brakes
  • Rear seat center armrest
  • Rear seat child seat lower anchors & tethers (LATCH system)
  • Roof-mounted antenna
  • Side impact door beams
  • SIRIUS satellite radio-ready head unit
  • T155/90D18 temporary spare tire
  • Tire pressure monitor
  • Variable intermittent rear wiper w/washer
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers