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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  Worth the Wait - 2010 Mazda CX-7
  By kerrot - April 26 - 1:36 pm

  I just love my new CX-7! It drives so smooth. It is getting great gas mileage for a suv. I am averaging 25 mpg with combined city and highway driving. The 166 hsp engine has enough pep for my needs. I would recommend taking a look at this vehicle if you are in the market for a suv.

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  The Zoomer - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By San - April 24 - 2:00 am

  Ditto prior reviews. Wanted a fun & functional AWD SUV. Own & love a 98 Honda CR-V, but disappointed in the 2007. Researched & tested 2007 CX-7, all Toyota SUVs, Murano, Pathfinder & CR-V - but when I drove the CX-7 (1st & last of the test drives) I smiled a lot and so did my husband. Bumpy start with the dealership but once I drove off with AWD, Tech Package, Dim Mirror with HomeLink, satellite radio & more, Ive been happy. The gas cap needs to be replaced. Gas mileage has been better than expected. From the handling & solid feel to the Navigation & Sat radio, this car is FUN and our teenager & his friends always ask if were taking the Mazda - which weve affectionately dubbed "The Zoomer."

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  Fun to drive at times but many negatives - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By Mike - April 23 - 7:36 am

  Sure, its kind of quick for an SUV. And the seats are comfortable. It also rides nice during cruising speeds. But, the turbo lag takes away from the fun. There have been many times where it took 1-2 seconds for it to take off. Very annoying. Especially when pulling into traffic. The back seat is not practical at all for a family. Its very small. Not much leg room. The tires wear like crazy due to front wheel drive w/turbo and the high performance soft tires. They are expensive to replace. The car is also a gas guzzler for a 4 cylinder. We owned this car for almost 3 years. We regretted this purchase. I give it a D+.

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  Road Warrior - 2008 Mazda CX-7
  By Wildcat - April 15 - 1:03 pm

  Researched extensively prior to buying my GT three months ago. CX-7 beat out Acura RDX and Saturn Vue Redline. The Mazda is extremely attractive inside and out, and almost every area of its performance is at or near the top when comparing crossovers. Almost every GT stocked by Mazda dealerships comes with a Tech Pkg, which includes the nav system, sunroof, Bose/6CD changer, and rear camera.

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  I will think twice before I buy this car - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By danyex - April 9 - 3:53 pm

  I will think twice before I buy this car, This is the worst investment I ever made to buy this car. Since when I purchase this car I was not happy and in same way NOT SAFE with this car, Im not sure I will get whatever I want to go. After 1 mo my Warranty was expire the transmission went bad. Sorry but I will fix this car and I will be done. No more junk.

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  DONT BUY A MAZDA CX-7 - 2009 Mazda CX-7
  By debbiec13 - April 2 - 2:38 pm

  Our Mazda CX-7, with 57,000 miles on it, experienced the same sludge build up resulting in a turbo blowing out, timing chain stretching and VVT needing replacement, as thousands of other CX-7 owners have also experienced. With the original warranty and extended warranty still in place, Mazda denied all service claims stating "poor vehicle maintenance"--as they have with all the other CX-7 owners. In speaking with Mazda technicians, they stated to me that there is a problem with the oil cooled turbo that Mazda refuses to admit to because it will result in a huge recall. Mazda needs to be held accountable for their poor design on these cars and stop putting the blame on consumers.

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  Dont Buy or Get Rid of it! - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By jrw80 - March 15 - 9:33 pm

  Bought new in 07/2006, 07 Touring model, AWD,loaded. Like the looks of the car. Real trouble began after 70,000 miles. Had VVT and timing chain replaced, $2500, Mazda rep literally said sorry nothing we can do about it. Shouldve got rid of it right there. Started to use a lot of oil afterwards, still not Mazdas problem. Got another year out of it before an ignition coil went bad on a trip and then only to find no compression in one of the cylinders. This car is a bad engine design. If you have on get rid of it before the miles go up, dont buy a used one if youre looking.

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  DESIGN FLAW WITH ENGINE - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By nicho1 - March 5 - 11:21 am

  VVT, TURBO CHARGER, TIMING CHASITY AND AC have been replaced 2 times since 2008. do not waste your money or time on this vehicle regardless of how fun it is to drive

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  Happy with Mazda - 2010 Mazda CX-7
  By srmbaker - February 27 - 10:00 am

  Planned to by a Chevy Equinox but after I test drove the Mazda CX-7 I was torn. After reading many reviews, consumer complaints and recall information Mazda pulled ahead. The Chevy had more creature comforts but the fear of spending that much money on a vehicle that might be a plush piece of crap made me nervous. The Mazda was everything I wanted and needed. It had a solidness to it that felt like quality. Maybe not plush or overdone with gadgets but it had a good simple design and seemed well thought out. I wasnt buying a car that was in every third houses garage. If I wanted to resell, that would help. Plus, every time I did see one going down the road. I smiled. I like how it looks.

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  best bang for the buck - 2007 Mazda CX-7
  By Dave - February 24 - 6:43 pm

  Researched the CX-7 heavily. Upon reading the reviews and test driving this SUV, I was very impressed. The lease on the Murano SE was up, and I got the Touring AWD with Bose, leather, moonroof, & foglights. Compared to the Murano SE, the CX-7 is much quicker, faster and more responsive than the Murano. The Murano is much heavier, and you need to floor it because of the CVT. The same features on the Murano, will cost you at least $36k. I have received a lot of compliments on the CX-7 and many people are amazed at the improvements Mazda have made in a lot of their cars & SUVs. Overall this is my first Mazda, like the commercial says, "zoom zoom, zoom"!