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2007 MAZDA CX-7 / CX7 Photos, Reviews, Links, Press Releases, Wallpapers, Pricing and More What Mazda Has To Say About the new CX-7: Washington, USA
- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) revealed the eagerly awaited
2007 Mazda CX-7 crossover sport-utility vehicle (SUV). Arriving in Mazda
dealerships this spring, the CX-7 is the first of three important all-new
Mazda vehicles designed and engineered specifically for North America. The North American market continues to play a pivotal role in Mazda Motor Corporation's global future," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO. "Vehicles such as CX-7, designed and engineered specifically for the North American market, will make Mazda an important and influential force in the industry. This vehicle represents everything a Mazda SUV should be: powerful, with great styling and detailed craftsmanship and fun-to-drive. Mazda at its finest." CX-7 is a clean break from the fleet of traditional SUVs currently offered. It is engineered with Mazda's trademark, "Soul of a Sportscar" and built entirely on Mazda-derived platform architecture. Program manager Shunsuke Kawasaki shows his confidence by stating, "There is no doubt this SUV reflects Zoom-Zoom. CX-7 skillfully blends sports car verve with SUV practicality. It is a vehicle that brings together performance and design like never before and this deviation from the crossover norm is inviting to look at, entertaining to drive, and fun to use." The CX-7 is just right for adventurous couples seeking a new challenge and driven by the urge for discovery. The heart of every Mazda is its spirited powertrain. Under the hood of the CX-7 is a version of the turbocharged and intercooled 2.3-liter four-cylinder direct-injection gasoline engine that powers the highly regarded MAZDASPEED6 sport sedan. Engineered to deliver high performance at all speeds, along with low exhaust emissions and excellent fuel economy, Mazda's MZR 2.3 DISI (Direct Injection Spark Ignition) turbo-charged engine produces an enthusiastic 244 horsepower at 5,000 rpm in the CX-7.The distinctive exterior design of the Mazda CX-7 is an extension of the sports car motif from the 2005 MX-Crossport concept and the RX-01 concept introduced in 1995 and carries over much of the strong styling emotion brought on by Mazda's current RX-8 sports car as well. Prominent front fenders, A-pillars rooted at the body's leading edge, and Mazda's signature five-pointed grille clearly register this new model as a Mazda. The eighteen-inch aluminum wheels and tires proclaim Mazda CX-7's Zoom-Zoom intentions and immediately signal that this is a vehicle built for drivers. An interior design, also previewed by the MX-Crossport concept, fulfills every car enthusiast's innate desire to jump in and drive. The three-dial instrument cluster, sports car inspired high-mounted shifter, and firm-fitting front bucket seats are configured for spirited motoring. The instrument panel consists of a unique 'double-roof' structure, in which a small 'roof' over the meter cluster is positioned just in front of a large 'roof' that extends across the entire instrument panel. The 60-40 split rear seat accommodates three people in comfort and quickly converts to an extension of the 29.9-cu. ft. cargo hold, bringing capacity up to 58.6-cu. ft. The 39-inch-long rear compartment (seats up) offers more stowage space than some larger SUVs. Matching the sporty appearance is Mazda CX-7's powerful and dynamic performance. Mazda CX-7 is powered by a turbocharged and intercooled 2.3-liter four-cylinder direct-injection gasoline engine that produces a hearty 244 horsepower at 5,000 rpm. While key powertrain features are shared with the recently launched MAZDASPEED6, the Mazda CX-7 is exclusively tuned to deliver 258 lb-ft of torque at a remarkably low 2,500 rpm for healthy throttle response. With Mazda's six-speed Sport AT transmission and at least 99-percent of the maximum torque available all the way to 5,000 rpm where peak horsepower is delivered, Mazda CX-7 performs as if there's an engine twice the size under the hood. Furthermore, the Mazda CX-7 is estimated to deliver over 23 mpg in combined driving. A sturdy unitized body structure, fully independent suspension, and four-wheel ventilated disc brakes with standard four-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Traction Control System (TCS), underlie Mazda CX-7's athletic road manners. Customers may select the driveline best suited to their needs: Front-Wheel Drive or Mazda's Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive. With Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive, a computer controlled coupling feeds up to 50-percent of the engine's torque to the rear wheels for exceptional handling whether the driving conditions are dry and fast or slippery and paced. Mazda CX-7 arrives in the spring of 2006 as a 2007 model. OUR TAKE ON THE 2007 MAZDA CX-7: Mazda has kept itself busy over the last three years redesigning an all new fleet of ultra modern vehicles which began in 2003 with the release of the Mazda 6 that replaced the dated 626. Mazda then followed up with the Mazda 3, RX8 and lastly the MX-5 Miata. WIth the popularity of Cross style SUVs that give customers the benefit of all wheel drive and a higher ground clearance, but also with the agility and car like features of a sedan, it is no wonder the Mazda has given the green light for the CX-7. We expect high sales from the Mazca CX7 due to its similar styling lines of its sedan counterparts such as the Mazda 6 and 3 vehicles. CROSS VEHICLES THE MAZDA CX-7 COMPETES WITH: Lexus LX, Infiniti FX, Audi Q7, Chevy Equinox, Mitsubishi Sportback, Nissan Murano, Pontiac Torrent , Toyota Rav4, 2008 Nissan Rogue OTHER MAZDA VEHICLES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: Mazda 3, Mazda 6, Mazda Miata, Mazda RX8 RELATED ARTICLES, REVIEWS AND SITES:
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