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Mazda CX-7 owner reviews

Mazda CX-7, 2007

Mazda was purchased in 2007. The queue for a car in those days was from 6 months. Options Sport plus winter tires. The first trip Moscow - Voronezh did not disappoint, but for the first 5000 km I had to limit myself - a run-in took place. After running on the highway, it is quite comfortable to move at a speed of 160 km / h, the Mazda CX-7 is well controlled and there is no loud noise in the cabin. Good accelerating dynamics when starting off and when overtaking. Comfortable movement on rough terrain up to 80 km/h. Winter operation brought a "surprise" - at -20, the car did not start in the morning, and a tow truck had to be called. The service changed the candles and said that all CX-7s “suffer” from this. Total mileage 75,000 km in 27 months of operation. Sold in July 2010. Losses during the sale amounted to more than 500,000 rubles. Auto hull for two years - 120,000 rubles. The cost of gasoline at the rate of 15 liters per 100 km in a circle.

Advantages : good design. Comfort. Powerful engine. Capacity. Music. Equipment.

Flaws : high fuel consumption. Thin metal on fenders and doors. Afraid of cold start at -20 and below. The quality of the plastic inside the cabin.

Dmitry, Voronezh

Mazda CX-7, 2009

Very pleased with the machine, bought from an authorized dealer. The Mazda CX-7 engine is very reliable and, most importantly, powerful, the gearbox does not “stupid”. I go quietly, I try not to drive. Handling and maneuverability are excellent, there is practically no roll. I tried to drive along a serpentine in the mountains at a speed of 150 kilometers per hour. Before that, there were different cars, but they are not suitable for Mazda. The interior is roomy, there is enough space in the rear seats. Finishing materials are very high quality and practical. In fact, the maximum speed is limited to 200 kilometers per hour, although it is written everywhere that it is 181.

As for off-road qualities, they are impeccable. I had to drive through snowdrifts and ice in winter. Everything worked out, the main thing is not to put too much pressure on the sneaker. The fuel consumption of the Mazda CX-7 is certainly overestimated, in the city about 18 liters in summer, and in winter all 20. I tried to start it in 30-degree frost, everything turned out with ease. I think the only drawback is the rigidity of the body, because if you park somewhere on an uneven surface, the doors close differently. I don’t always feel the dimensions, so I advise everyone to install parking sensors. I also had to finish the "Shumka", as it was disgusting. I visited the service, I didn’t like the service at all, they do everything somehow not qualitatively and don’t try at all. Trouble, in general.

Advantages : exterior. Reliability.

Flaws : poor soundproofing.

Sergey, Ryazan

Mazda CX-7, 2010

The car as a whole suits, the soundproofing is quite normal, otherwise many complain about it. I additionally installed noise and vibration isolation of the wheel arches, well, just in case of a “fireman”. Paid a little more than 5000 rubles. The dynamics of the Mazda CX-7 is excellent, sometimes I overtake even Toyota Rav 4 and Mitsubishi Outlander. Chassis is very comfortable, not hard and not soft, but such as it should. The standard audio system sounds good, nothing creaks in the cabin, I hope everything will remain so in the future. The driver's seat of the Mazda CX-7 is very comfortable, I easily set it up for myself. Visibility is normal for me, although looking at the arched pillars, many do not think so. Maybe I'm just used to them and everything suits me. The handling is amazing, the steering is crisp and the gearbox works well. But still, there are some "cons". For example, I really don't like hard plastic, which can start to creak at any time. And the expense is enormous. Around the city it comes out somewhere around 15-20 liters, and on the highway at least 13. This is assuming I don't drive too fast. It is a pity that there is no memory for seat settings and open door lighting. In addition, the steering column is not adjustable for reach, in general, there are a lot of things, but I try to come to terms with it.

Advantages : soundproofing. Chassis.

Flaws : hard plastic interior. Fuel consumption.

The Mazda CX 7 crossover, which was discontinued in 2012, can be compared to a bright star. It flared up in the sky in 2006, but, unfortunately, quickly faded away.

To date, the prices for cars of this model in the secondary market are more than affordable, despite the fact that, according to statistics, every 3rd car sold in Russia is a crossover.

This situation is incomprehensible to many motorists. So what is the reason for the cheapness of the Mazda CX-7 and why are the prices for this model so low?

Out of production, but not forgotten

It is very curious that the Mazda CX-7 is one of the few models of the Japanese automobile concern that does not have a direct successor.

It is authentically known that the serial production of the Mazda CX-7 was discontinued due to technical obsolescence, and its inability to compete with the more advanced, both in terms of design and in terms of technical characteristics, the Mazda CX 5.

It is worth noting that the mid-size crossover discussed in this article was quite controversial from the very beginning. As conceived by the development engineers, it was created with a focus on the US market, where cars of this class are especially popular. Less than a year after the overseas "debut", Mazda began to offer the CX-7 in the European market.

This is where the mistake was made, since the all-wheel drive model was the best suited for confident driving on perfectly smooth roads at high speed, and not for Russian off-road.

The running car was unprepared for pits and potholes. As a result, the owners of the CX-7 were forced to repair the front suspension quite often, as its support legs fell into disrepair every 40 thousand kilometers on average.

Ball joints cannot boast of durability, for which 60 thousand km are a critical figure. The most annoying thing is that they have to be changed along with completely serviceable silent blocks and front levers, which costs the owners of the crossover a pretty penny.

From a technical point of view, the motor turned out to be far from perfect. With a run of 30-40 thousand km, replacing a turbine is a common occurrence.

The first sign that it's time to change the turbine is thick white smoke from the muffler.

This service, both at specialized and dealer service stations, is quite expensive, which cannot but affect the cost of the Mazda CX-7 in the secondary market.

"Weaknesses" Mazda CX 7

The list of shortcomings of this model is not limited to a small turbine resource. Among the obvious "misses" of the developers, explaining Why the car is so cheap, can also be attributed to several positions.

1. Pretty impressive fuel consumption. According to the manufacturer, the gasoline version with a 2.3-liter engine and 238 horsepower consumes about 15 liters of fuel in the urban cycle, and a little more than 9 on the highway. The owners of this crossover have a completely different opinion on this matter. They almost unanimously declare that the real numbers are much higher: 17-19 liters per 100 kilometers in the city and 10-12 on the highway. As for off-road, this figure even reaches the mark of 20 liters per 100 km.
   
2. Short service life of the lambda probe (front oxygen sensor), the failure of which may be indicated by the “jitter” of the car during acceleration. The most interesting thing is that the most common topping up of brake fluid when replacing pads can become the cause of a breakdown, because oxygen sensors are extremely sensitive to additives contained in fuels and lubricants.
   
3. Removal of brake discs. The "weak point" of pre-styling Mazda CX-7 cars are brake discs, which cannot at all boast of resistance to temperature extremes. Getting into snow or a puddle, even after a little braking, is sometimes enough to jar them. It is worth noting that by the last years of production, the manufacturer solved this problem by changing the material for brake pads and discs, and installing new casings.
   
4. Unsuccessful decisions of engineers regarding the engine and automatic transmission - therefore, you need to constantly monitor them. If you stop monitoring these units, then over time, one malfunction will cause further avalanches, more and more expensive to fix.
   
5. Bad soundproofing.

There are many complaints about other Mazda CX 7 units. In particular, owners often complain that the transfer case and rear gearboxes are leaking, and the headlights are fogging up, which in turn leads to the need for expensive repairs.

All of the above in the complex forms not the most positive image of a car among potential buyers, which negatively affects the demand in the secondary market.

Reducing the price in this case is one of the options to remedy the situation. That is why the cost of the Mazda CX-7 is an order of magnitude lower than cars of a similar class.

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In the lineup of the Japanese company Mazda, there are several cars whose history was not so successful and long. For example, the CX-7 lasted only 6 years from the moment the first copy was released until the car was taken out of production. In principle, today you can still find a brand new crossover that has stagnated in the showroom of an official dealer, but their number is constantly decreasing. It is impossible to say that the car was not popular, because the demand for the model was high. In any case, there are devoted fans of the CX-7 all over the world, which means that in ten, twenty years it will be possible to find this SUV in excellent condition.

Mazda CX-7 - a dynamic and sophisticated crossover

Price and equipment Mazda CX-7

The starting price of the updated version of the cx-7 was about 980 thousand rubles. For this money, buyers received a pretty decently charged crossover with a wide range of options. Let the motor down a bit. As for a mid-size vehicle, the engine was not powerful enough in the initial configuration. There were no problems in the city, but as soon as the car drove into rough terrain, rolls appeared, the crossover skidded. For the progressive version, it was necessary to pay almost 1.45 million rubles.

On the one hand, the difference is quite noticeable, but on the other hand, the SUV received a magnificent turbocharged unit capable of delivering up to 163 hp. With him, the CX-7 became just a beast. Today you can only buy a used model.

Auto history

Already at the turn of the millennium in the automotive sector, there have been some shifts towards the compactness and adaptability of vehicles. Naturally, they did not bypass the Japanese manufacturer Mazda. In 2004, the development of a qualitatively new crossover was started, which was supposed to literally amaze motorists around the world. Initially, the designers designed it to be medium-sized. Only by 2010 did the CX-7 take on the form of a compact car.

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First, the SUV was presented as a concept called the MX-Crossport. The presentation took place in 2005. In principle, it was quite successful, so conveyor production was not long in coming. Already in January 2006 in Los Angeles, the general public was able to admire the serial version of the crossover. The release was carried out on the basis of a plant in Hiroshima. The Japanese were the first to be able to purchase a novelty. Then the car migrated to America, Europe, and then reached Russia.

In 2012, Mazda announced that the CX-7 was being phased out. Experts say that this was expected, because the car would not have been able to compete with its brother, who was quickly gaining popularity. We are talking about CX-5.

Modifications

Although the history of the model is not so long, it still has several modifications. Moreover, the designers even managed to make one planned restyling, which completely updated the generation of the crossover. As a result, five versions of the CX-7 can be named, which have fundamental differences between themselves.

The basic version of the SUV is considered to be a car with a 2.2-liter CDi AWD unit. It develops power up to 173 hp. This is the only diesel from the range of engines. The gearbox is exclusively automatic. In general, the same transmission is offered for most modifications. The design and "stuffing" of this version were quite acceptable, although not luxurious.

Further, two separate modifications can be distinguished, equipped with turbocharged gasoline units. Their capacities are 238 and 260 hp, volumes - 2.3 liters. Front drive. The gearbox has already been mentioned. With such engines, the car turned into a dynamic crossover. Turbines work wonders on the track.

There is also an all-wheel drive modification with the already familiar 2.3-liter turbocharged gasoline engine and 260 hp. In fact, the only difference is in the platform.

In 2010, after restyling, the developers added another modification. It was created specifically for lovers of a comfortable ride. A six-speed automatic, front-wheel drive and a mid-power 2.5-liter engine with 163 hp guarantee unsurpassed handling and maneuverability.

Classmates

The Mazda CX-7 SUV has many classmates who are similar to it not only in terms of performance, body shape, but are also in the same price category. Of the cars that win the cx-7 in value, the Citroen C4 Aircross, Mitsubishi ACX, Mini County, Nissan Beetle, Peugeot 3008, Skoda Yeti can be distinguished. Of course, in technical specifications, the Japanese crossover surpasses almost all of the listed models, but you can’t argue with the price. For some motorists, it is she who plays a decisive role in choosing a vehicle.

In some ways, classmates of the CX-7 are the Ford Kuga, Jeep Compass, Mitsubishi Outlander, Opel Antara, Peugeot 4008, Subaru XB and Volkswagen Tiguan. Do not forget about the new fellow of the same brand, namely the Mazda CX-5. Just because of its appearance, the mid-sized SUV had to cease to exist. The listed models are considered classmates of the cx-7 only by indirect signs. For example, the Outlander is unlikely to be comparable in size or body shape to the Japanese SUV, but their platforms and performance are generally similar.

Overall dimensions, body, wheels

Over the course of six years of production of the car, the Japanese have never changed the size of its body. They make up:

• Length - 4680 mm;
• Width - 1870 mm;
• Height - 1645 mm;
• Wheelbase - 2750 mm;
• Ground clearance - 208 mm;
• The front and rear wheel tracks are 1615 and 1610 mm.

The owners of the car were pleased with the impressive ground clearance, which allowed them to move confidently in off-road conditions. Disc sizes range from 17 to 19 inches. As an option, it was also possible to install 20-inch products, but this option seemed even too massive. The body of the cx-7 has a classic shape for Japanese cars. It was painted in one of nine shades of enamel. The base colors were white and black.

Appearance

The CX-7 looks amazing from the outside. It’s even a little insulting that the management of the concern decided not to continue producing the car. At first glance, it may seem that you have a massive hatchback in front of you, but after a moment this impression dissipates. With such overall dimensions, the model can only be a crossover, and also not very compact.

The front of the car is characterized by a classic body kit, a small radiator grill, which is emphasized by an aerodynamic lip and a massive air duct. Dimensional lighting equipment is represented by narrow domes. They contain headlights. As an option, standard fixtures are replaced with xenon or LEDs. For foglights, the developers took away large and deep wells located on the sides of the air intake. Branded "tick" Mazda flaunts at the very center of this action. The hood is smooth, devoid of any stiffening ribs and stampings. In general, the body of the car as a whole is well streamlined.

Inspection of the car from the side makes it clear how littered the front roof pillars are. The transition between the hood and the windshield is not noticeable at all. The roof also has a slightly inflated shape. Due to this, oncoming air flows freely pass along the body. The car is quite large in length, so three windows are placed on the side. Impressive wheel arches protrude menacingly on the sides. They contain huge discs that give the model respectability. There is only one stamping on the doorways near the bottom edge. The rear-view mirrors are complemented by LED strips.

The stern of the Mazda CX-7 is even more than classic. Most likely, the designers simply did not want to bother about this. The roof ends with a miniature spoiler, huge shades of overall lighting equipment slightly step onto the plane of the sidewalls, license plates are placed in special recesses. The rear bumper is much larger than the front. Immediately below it is a sheet of hard plastic needed to protect the exhaust system. In principle, the appearance of the crossover is recognizable and attractive.

Interior trim

Inside the CX-7, everything was done under the guidance of specialists from the ergonomics department. As a result, even small details are in the most suitable places for them. The gearbox does not interfere with driving while driving. The three-spoke steering wheel is easy to grip. If desired, it can be adjusted in several directions. Finishing materials in the initial and progressive trim levels are different. Of course, a luxurious leather interior with metal and chrome inserts looks more interesting.

Driver and passenger seats are quite comfortable. Embossed backrests, headrests and cut-through side support guarantee a comfortable fit for any person. Heating, ventilation, electric drive are available as options. Pleases and an extensive range of all kinds of accessories. There are cup holders on the central tunnel. Three people comfortably sit on the second-row sofa, however, the person sitting in the center will still experience some discomfort.

Trunk volume ranges from 455 to 1348 liters. The second digit is achieved by the layout of the second row seats.

Technological component

Everything that a driver may need for comfortable driving is available in the cx-7, though within reasonable limits. On the center console are compactly placed audio units with outputs for disks and USB, air conditioning, cruise control, navigator, and a color-type multimedia system screen.

On the dashboard, several radii are illuminated by LEDs. The safety package includes basic electronic systems, all sorts of driver assistants such as parking and hill start assistants. Do not forget about the pillows in the cabin and belts. The rear view camera displays a picture from the stern on the on-board computer screen.

Specifications Mazda CX-7

All modifications of the Japanese crossover are offered with an independent suspension, represented by MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link beam at the rear. Drive to choose from - either front or full. Brakes are ventilated disc brakes both front and rear.

In the domestic market, the SUV is available with one of four units. Three of them are petrol and one is diesel. Powers are 163, 173, 238 and 260 hp. Volumes - 2.2-2.5 liters. All engines have four cylinders. As a gearbox, there are mainly 6 automatic transmissions, although versions with a similar manual transmission can also be found. The maximum speed of the most powerful engine does not exceed 211 km / h. Up to a hundred cars with it comes in 8.2 seconds. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle for gasoline units is at the level of 10.5 liters, for diesel - 7.5 liters.

Mazda CX-7 has good technical characteristics. The manufacturer provided for the installation of two types of engines with good power, but high fuel consumption. Here there is only one type of automatic transmission in 6 steps, which works great. It is worth noting that the car is available in an all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive version - only the buyer can choose.

Numerous reviews of the Mazda CX-7 show that the technical specifications according to the passport and the assurance of car owners who have been operating this car for a long time are slightly different. Let's consider in more detail.

Characteristics according to the passport

• length - 4.68 m;
• width - 1.87 m;
• height - 1.645 m;
• wheelbase - 2.75 m;
• ground clearance - 0.208 m;
• trunk volume - 455 l;
• gross weight Mazda CX-7 - 2099 kg;
• curb weight Mazda - 1650 kg.

The specifications of the Mazda CX-7 show that the suspension is well tuned for driving on roads with not the best coverage and with light off-road. Independent spring suspensions are installed on the front and rear. Separately, it should be said that the brakes have discs and are ventilated, and are also of high quality.

Let us consider in more detail all the technical characteristics of the Mazda CX-7:

2.5 liter engine 163 hp

Engine:

• top speed - 173 km / h;
• acceleration to 100 km / h - 10.3 s;
• gasoline consumption in urban conditions - 12.7 l;
• gasoline consumption on the highway - 7.5 liters;
• number of cylinders - 4;
• power supply system - distributive injection;
• engine placement - front, transverse;
• boost type - absent.

Transmission:

• type - automatic;
• number of gears - 5;
• drive - front.

Suspension and brakes:

• suspension on the front and rear - independent and spring;
• brakes on the rear and front - disc and ventilated.

Engine 2.3 l 238 hp

• top speed - 181 km / h;
• acceleration to 100 km / h - 8.3 s;
• gasoline consumption in urban conditions - 15.3 l;
• gasoline consumption on the highway - 9.3 l;
• number of cylinders - 4;
• number of valves - 4;
• arrangement of cylinders - in a row;
• power supply system - direct injection;
• placement - front, transverse;
• supercharging type - turbocharging with cooling intervals.

Transmission:

• type - automatic;
• number of gears - 6;
• drive type - full.

Suspension and brakes:

• type of suspension on the rear and front - independent and spring;
• brakes on the front and rear - disc and ventilated.

The characteristics of the Mazda CX-7 allow us to declare the bold and sporty nature of the vehicle, but you should not place high hopes on the cross-country ability of this car and you must be prepared for the financial costs of paying for fuel.

Real characteristics from car owners

If you study the numerous reviews of car owners, then here you can track one thing - there are not so many complaints about this car. Especially if you understand that each vehicle has its own shortcomings and weaknesses. There are a lot of questions to Japanese manufacturers who seem to have left this car unfinished, but anyway, as a result, the Mazda CX-7 has excellent performance and appearance.

Let's present some real reviews to understand the big picture:

1. Oleg from Krasnodar. 3 years of owning a 2.3L Mazda CX-7 with 238 hp with a six-speed automatic transmission and with a mileage of 75 thousand km. During the operation, he has no special complaints and notes that the car performs well on light off-road conditions. It is worth noting that the car behaved perfectly at low temperatures and on long trips. Mazda CX-7 confidently keeps on the road and at high speeds there is a movement in a modern high-speed train. Banks on corners are insignificant, but for Russian roads this crossover is not the best choice. The dimensions of the Mazda CX-7 are ideal for a large family. Four-wheel drive does not always cope with bumps, the suspension is very reliable, but on roads with poor coverage, you can feel all the obstacles. If we talk about the cabin, it could have been done better, but it is comfortable here plus the high seating position allows both drivers and passengers to comfortably accommodate. The real fuel consumption in the city is 17-20 liters per 00 km, and on the highway - 12 liters.
2. Andrey from Rostov. Mazda CX-7 2.3L 238 HP with an automatic transmission and a mileage of 56 thousand km. The car was chosen with the utmost responsibility. And the choice fell on this model because the appearance attracts attention, and excellent technical characteristics indicate the sporty nature of the vehicle. After 56 thousand kilometers, he noted that the character of the car completely suits me and its behavior on a flat track at a speed of 120 km / h is ideal. It is in such conditions that there are no rolls and wiggles - the movement is smooth and confident. The steering wheel is light and the pedals are responsive. The following disadvantages can be noted: poor interior insulation and not very high-quality plastic on the instrument panel. In addition, there are sorely lacking drawers and pockets for storing small items. Separately, it is worth mentioning the large required filling volume of the Mazda CX-7 - in the city it reaches 20 and sometimes even 26 liters per 100 km. You should not discount the expensive maintenance of the Mazda CX-7 - but still the car is worth it.
3. Dmitry from St. Petersburg. Mazda CX-7 2.3L 238 HP with an automatic transmission with a mileage of 105 thousand km. It is worth noting the high reliability and practicality of the car. Suspension is still in working order, as when purchased. The light leather interior has not changed in any way and looks attractive. There are no squeaks or backlashes here. Fuel consumption is certainly higher than the declared technical characteristics of the Mazda CX-7 2006, but everything suits me. The turbine still works fine - the main thing is to monitor the oil level in time and control its operation. Suspension is a little elastic, but it is almost impossible to break through it. On winter roads, I feel great, feeling full control over the car.

As a result, it becomes clear that the car, albeit a little contradictory, is highly reliable and safe, and the technical characteristics indicate that the car deserves maximum attention.