Overview & Reviews

The Mazda CX-7 is a compact crossover SUV with seating for five. Introduced for 2007, it was a refinement on the more utilitarian Tribute and like most newer Mazdas, it has an athletic demeanor. The CX-7 also incorporates most of the elements that continue to make crossovers so popular, including carlike handling, available all-wheel drive and a useful amount of cargo capacity.

Although the CX-7 is fun to drive as crossovers go, its base four-cylinder engine is memorable for its sluggish acceleration and subpar fuel economy. The available turbocharged four-cylinder solves the performance problem, but its fuel economy is even worse. With the efficient CX-5 waiting in the wings, the CX-7 was phased out after the 2012 model year.

User Reviews:

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  Dont buy one - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By Alegna - June 5 - 6:23 pm

  I just traded my 2007 CX-7 for a 2009 Honda Accord. The worst part is the gas mileage. It didnt get even close to what it was supposed to, even when I put premium in it, it averaged 15 mpg on a really good day. Also, during the last two months in the shop with it 5 times. A valve cracked and leaked twice in one month & I had the same valve replaced twice. The light illuminated a third time & the fuel filler neck had to be replaced. I also replaced all 4 tires at 17,000 miles and was told by Mazda this was "normal." This cost me $800. Not to mention 2 recalls and cheap, boring interior design with crappy leather. Remote start also sucks. So happy with my new car and glad to be rid of the CX7!

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  MAZDA CX-7 68K MILES ALREADY NEED A NEW ENGINE!!!! - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By SHERRY P - June 2 - 8:32 pm

  ******* READ!! I have a Mazda CX-7 with only 68k miles on it. its garaged, been extremely taking care of. Not a scratch on it, and while driving it on the highway a few days ago it seized up and shut down. steering wheel locked up and thank god i pulled over when i did! anyways i NEED A NEW ENGINE!! ARE YOU SERIOUS?!!! it only has 68k miles on the damn thing!! I paid 28 grand for it in 2007 and its paid off. now this! Im a single mom who doesnt even have $20 in my pocket and now Mazda wants me to pay 10 grand for a new engine!! I CANT AFFORD THIS!!!! I googled this and looks like more and more people are having the same issue on them! YOU SHOULD OF HAD A RECALL ON THESE!!! BAD REVIEWS OF PEOPLE BUYING A NEW ENGINE UNDER 70K MILES!!!!!! CX-7 SUCK AND IM SO MAD!!! IM A BROKE MOMMA AND NEED HELP OR ADVICE FROM ANYONE LISTENING!!! THANKS!!

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  Best Crossover for the Money - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By HebrewDoc - May 28 - 1:13 am

  My choice of a crossover vehicle came down to a Subaru Tribeca or the CX-7. Clearly the Mazda looks 10X better, handles better, and costs less. Power is almost turbine-like, and the 6-speed transmission shifts very smoothly. The brakes on this vehicle are better than on any other car Ive owned. The Grand Touring interior is simply gorgeous.

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  Great Urban Vehicle - 2010 Mazda CX-7
  By Anonymous - May 12 - 2:00 am

  I stepped out of a custom F-150 xlt with all the power and none of the economy to this. I moved from the country to the city and this thing does exactly what I need it to. Front wheel drive with traction control for Cleveland winters. Fold down rear seat for those few times I need a little more room. It doesnt look like every other ride on the road. The 2.5L engine is spunky enough to merge from short access lanes w/o worrying about getting rolled over by whoever bought my old truck. It parks easier in the big city, it gets better gas mileage, it is comfortable on trips (Ive taken 2 to NC so far) and it has enough ground clearance to drive over a parking lot curb...totally by accident ;-)

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  Sports Car meets SUV - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By Kevin S - April 26 - 5:10 am

  Great vehicle all around. Unfortunately Im only averaging around 20 mpg. The remote start doesnt work with the keyless feature (Mazda working on solution).

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  It was a good SUV until the Turbo went 2x - 2010 Mazda CX-7
  By johnnyg5454 - April 22 - 2:37 pm

  I enjoyed driving this truck everyday, until last year (2013) the turbo decided to quit. It started billowing smoke from the tailpipes. Luckily this was replaced under the warranty. Fast forward 9 months and 2000 miles over warranty the turbo goes again and Mazda refuses to pay for the entire fix. A part they fixed fails not even a year after it was replaced. I was a loyal Mazda owner and was looking forward to purchasing another, not anymore.

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  JUST DONT DO IT!!!!!! - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By EBONY - April 19 - 6:06 am

  There has been something wrong with this engine I noticed it right after I brought it, I have a clacking sound when starting it, every now anf then white smoke from the exhaust, oils burning, I have gotten oil chages regularly, I think the turbo is going bad, I brought it from Monroeville Chrysler Jeep and Dodge they over priced it and when I took it back the next they denied any problems. The turbo I hear is 3000 to fix , do not take the risk.

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  OK But - 2010 Mazda CX-7
  By Bill Kober - April 6 - 10:00 am

  Vehicle ride is fair, pronounced road noise on less than well paved roads. Cabin is roomy, power with the 4 cyl is adequate. Rear seats do not fold flat, which I find annoying. Gas mileage should be better for the size of the vehicle.

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  2009 GT with Techno Pkg - 2009 Mazda CX-7
  By ultimate_meenie - March 30 - 9:30 am

  Having a fun car to drive is a top priority for me, at the same time I like something practical; cx7 fits the bill perfectly. The power is good and the handling is excellent. It looks, feels and drives sporty. The tech package is great, lots of nice features for the money. My biggest disappointments so far have been the excessive road noise and lack luster Bose stereo. In terms of gas mileage; Mostly city-18MPG and mostly highway- 22MPG. In my shopping I think Rav4 \Forester are the best all around choices; Santa Fe, most refinement and bang for the buck, CX-7, best sporty crossover; poor manÂ’s FX35-X3-RDX.

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  Sports car fun with practicality - 2010 Mazda CX-7
  By sandy19 - March 28 - 4:20 pm

  Purchased my 2010 CX-7 last week after an exhaustive research of comparable models. Narrowed it down to the Acura RDX or the CX-7. Mazda won hands down, side-by-side. Less turbo lag, better features and styling and much better pricing. CX-7 Bluetooth navi and audio has my husband (who owns an Acura TSX) quite envious. It handles just as good as his TSX also.