2011 Mazda CX-7 is five-passenger compact crossover SUV

2011 Mazda CX-7 Reviews

The Mazda CX-7 sporty performance, but its cramped rear seat, small cargo area and occasionally harsh ride means that it’s not the most practical family car.
Enter the Mazda CX-7: among compact SUVs, the CX-7 has performance that reviewers call agile and sporty. The bottom line on the CX-7 is, if you want performance, the CX-7 delivers. Like the Mazda CX-7 the Chevrolet Equinox is big for a compact SUV. Unlike the Mazda CX-7, reviewers say you feel that there’s space in the interior. It’s the only compact SUV that can compete with the CX-7’s performance.

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.Every class needs its jock. Like most other Mazda models, the CX-7 offers precise handling and responsive steering for its class. The 2011 Mazda CX-7 is five-passenger compact crossover SUV. 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 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 poor at 18/24/20 with front-wheel drive and 17/21/19 with AWD.

Every 2011 Mazda CX-7 comes standard with traction and stability control, antilock brakes with brake assist, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. Ample hiproom and headroom keep CX-7 passengers comfortable, even with all five seats occupied.
When it comes to handling and braking performance, the 2011 Mazda CX-7 lives up to Mazda's sporty reputation.

The 'i' comes in front-wheel drive only, while the 's' models can be had with either front- or all-wheel drive. While the turbo engine in 's' models better suits the CX-7's racy image, the 2.5-liter is just fine for most needs. No matter which model, those who enjoy driving will be surprised at how well the Mazda CX-7 handles, given its height. At least in front, the Mazda CX-7 interior looks great; front seats are wide yet quite firm, and supportive for a wide range of sizes. While the 2011 Mazda CX-7 gets top 'good' ratings for frontal and side impact from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the agency only gives it 'marginal' ratings for rear impact (whiplash-related) and roof strength (rollover-related). Top Grand Touring trims include automatic climate control, a SmartKey entry system, a moonroof, heated mirrors, the nav system, rain-sensing wipers, and xenon HID headlamps. For the upper trims, a top-notch Bose Centerpoint audio system is optional, as well as a touch-screen, voice-activated navigation system.