Mazda cx 7 belongs to the SUV class and is mid-size Japanese car, which includes five seats.
More than 10 years have passed since the creation of the Mazda cx 7. However, at the official level, he was presented in January 2006 at a car show in Los Angeles.
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The foundation for its creation was the concept of this crossover called the MX-Crossport, which was made public a little earlier, in 2005. launch serial production Mazda cx 7 took place in the spring of 2006, at the group's car factory in Hiroshima. It is worth noting that the crossover aroused great interest among drivers who like serious technology.
For reference! Iwao Koizumi, chief designer of Mazda, claims that he came up with the appearance of this crossover in a fitness center, which emphasizes the exterior of the car. After all, the design of the CX-7 turned out to be sporty-aggressive both inside and out!
Four years later, the model was restyled, the main change of which was the appearance of a front-wheel drive layout of the car. The Mazda cx 7 was discontinued in 2012, just six years after its introduction. The company's management decided to end the production of this crossover, which is very popular, due to the release of a newer model.
For reference! The predecessor of the Mazda cx 7 is the famous Mazda Tribute, and its successor is a newer one. Mazda crossover CX-5!
It's no secret that the crossover was developed on a completely new platform, which was designed specifically for this car.
Despite this, a significant part of the units, components and mechanisms of the Mazda cx 7 are borrowed components of other models from Mazda. For example, the front suspension is completely taken from the Mazda MPV minivan, and the developers decided to take the suspension from the Mazda 3, which has undergone minor modifications, as the basis for the rear.
The all-wheel drive transmission, which was also equipped with the presented crossover, was inherited from the Mazda 6 MPS. In addition, the 6th generation Mazda gave the owners of the CX-7 a derated engine with a capacity of 238 hp. The gearbox is a six-speed "Active matic" automatic unit, which has a manual shift function.
It should also be noted that the Mazda cx-7 car has a security system that includes the following elements:
- Six airbags;
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC);
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS);
- Emergency Brake Assist (EBA);
- Traction control system (TSC).
Specifications Mazda cx 7
Before describing specifications this vehicle, it is necessary to clarify that there are different modifications of it depending on the region of delivery, each of which has a standard and restyled version:
- Russia;
- Japan;
- Europe;
Below is a table that shows the technical characteristics of the engines that the crossover was equipped with:
| Russia | Japan | Europe | USA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine brand | L5-VE L3-VDT | L3-VDT | MZR DISI L3-VDT | L5-VE L3-VDT |
| Engine capacity, l | 2.5 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.2 2.3 | 2.5 2.3 |
| Power, hp | 161-170 238-260 | 238-260 | 150 – 185 238 - 260 | 161-170 238-260 |
| Torque, N*m | 226 380 | 380 | 400 380 | 226 380 |
| Fuel used | AI-95 AI-98 | AI-95, AI-98 | Diesel fuel; AI-95, AI-98 | AI-95 AI-98 |
| Fuel consumption, l/100 km | 7.9 - 11.8 9.7 - 14.7 | 8.9 - 11.5 | 5.6 - 7.5 9.7 - 14.7 | 7.9 - 11.8 9.7 - 14.7 |
| engine's type | Petrol, in-line, 4-cylinder turbocharged | Diesel, in-line, 4-cylinder turbocharged; Petrol, in-line, 4-cylinder turbocharged | Petrol, in-line, 4-cylinder; Petrol, in-line, 4-cylinder turbocharged |
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| Additional information about the engine | Direct fuel injection, DOHC | Direct fuel injection Common-rail, DOHC; Direct fuel injection, DOHC | Distributive fuel injection; Direct fuel injection, DOHC |
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| Cylinder diameter, mm | 89 – 100 87.5 | 87.5 | 86 87.5 | 89 – 100 87.5 |
| Compression ratio | 09.07.2018 09.05.2018 | 09.05.2018 01.01.1970 | 16.03.2018 09.05.2018 | 09.07.2018 09.05.2018 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 94 – 100 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 – 100 |
Based on the above table, we can safely say that the Mazda CX-7 engine range does not have a wide range of choices. There are only 3 ICE options to choose from - a diesel power unit and two gasoline ones.
The first is called the MZR-CD R2AA, has a displacement of 2.2 liters and is equipped with a turbocharger, which allows you to output power of 170 hp, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h takes 11.3 seconds, and the average fuel consumption is 7, 5 liters. Below is a photo of this engine in the engine compartment: 
For reference! On the CX-7 crossovers, which were assembled for the European market, an exhaust gas treatment system (SCR) was additionally installed!
The 2.3-liter L3-VDT gasoline engine was inherited from the CX-7 from the Mazda 6 MPS. It included direct fuel injection, turbocharging and an intercooler. This motor was installed as on cars with manual transmission, which made it possible to obtain a power of 260 hp, and with a six-speed automatic transmission gears, as a result, the power was reduced to 238 hp.
It should be emphasized that both versions of this power unit are not economical, because according to passport data, fuel consumption reaches 11 - 11.5 l / 100 km in the combined cycle. However, due to the presence of a turbine, the CX-7 crossover has good dynamics acceleration - 8.3 seconds to 100 km / h. Below is the L3-VDT in one of the Japanese catalogs: 
The last of the two gasoline engines, with a displacement of 2.5 liters, was installed on the post-styled versions of the Mazda cx 7. This engine differs in that it does not have a turbine and is considered an atmospheric power unit. Its power is 161 hp, acceleration to 100 km / h takes 10.3 seconds according to passport data, and fuel consumption in the combined cycle.
The engine is called L5-VE and works in conjunction with a five-speed automatic transmission. It is found in front-wheel drive models of the CX-7, which are intended for the American market. There is also a Russian version of the L5-VE internal combustion engine, which works in conjunction with a mechanical transmission and allows you to reach a power of 170 hp. 
Which engine to choose Mazda CX-7
When choosing an engine, first of all, you should consider your own preferences. For example, for one driver important parameter is the dynamics of the car, its maximum speed. For these purposes, the L3-VDT turbocharged engine is best suited. However, it should be understood that the supercharger not only adds power, but also reduces the life of the engine.
In addition, according to the owners of this power unit, very often there are problems with the turbine and engine oil starvation. Fuel consumption is also an important parameter, because turbocharging significantly increases it.
Naturally, for most drivers, the reliability of the engine, its economy and resource are more important. For these purposes, the naturally aspirated L5-VE engine, which has a working volume of 2.5 liters, is best suited.
Unfortunately diesel engine MZR-CD R2AA, which is installed on the European versions of the CX-7, is extremely rare in our country. However, if you are lucky enough to find such an instance, then it will be a good alternative to gasoline aspirated. Diesel engines have greater efficiency and operational life, and also have greater traction.
Which engine is most popular among Mazda CX-7 owners
In our country, almost all Mazda CX-7 cars are equipped with a gasoline turbocharged L3-VDT engine. And it's not because it's the most attractive option. The point is that on our secondary market finding any other engine is an extremely difficult task.
This motor gives such a difficult crossover a pleasant acceleration dynamics, but with reliability everything is not entirely smooth. So the most frequent problems in the L3-VDT engine are:
- Supercharger (turbine). The owners note that this unit fails very often, without showing any signs of a future breakdown. However, it is worth considering that many owners personally reduce the life of the supercharger by performing poor-quality maintenance;
- Increased timing chain wear. Many owners agree that it can stretch in just 50,000 km;
- Coupling VVT-i. If the other two malfunctions are difficult to identify or prevent, then everything is much easier with a clutch. The main sign of its failure is a crackling when starting the engine, and immediately before it breaks down, the sound of the engine becomes rough, more like a diesel engine.
Recommendation! For a gasoline turbo engine, increased consumption engine oil. For L3-VDT, 1 liter per 1,000 km is considered the norm. It is very important to monitor the level of engine oil, because its lack entails increased wear not only of the turbine, but of all engine systems!
number of doors: 5, number of seats: 5, dimensions: 4700.00 mm x 1870.00 mm x 1645.00 mm, weight: 1800 kg, engine size: 2184 cm 3 , two camshafts in the cylinder head (DOHC), number of cylinders: 4, valves per cylinder: 4, maximum power: 173 hp @ 3500 rpm, maximum torque: 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: 11.30 s, maximum speed: 200 km/h, gears (manual/automatic): 6 / -, view fuel: diesel, fuel consumption (city/highway/combined): 9.1L / 6.6L / 7.5L, rims: 18 X 7.5J, 19 X 7.5J, tires: 235/60 R18, 235/55 R19
Brand, series, model, years of production
Basic information about the manufacturer, series and model of the car. Information about the years of its release.
Body type, dimensions, volumes, weight
Information about the car body, its dimensions, weight, trunk volume and fuel tank volume.
| body type | - |
| Number of doors | 5 (five) |
| Number of seats | 5 (five) |
| Wheelbase | 2750.00 mm (millimeters) 9.02 ft 108.27in 2.7500 m (meters) |
| Front track | 1615.00 mm (millimeters) 5.30 ft 63.58in 1.6150 m (meters) |
| Rear track | 1610.00 mm (millimeters) 5.28 ft 63.39in 1.6100 m (meters) |
| Length | 4700.00 mm (millimeters) 15.42 ft 185.04in 4.7000 m (meters) |
| Width | 1870.00 mm (millimeters) 6.14 ft 73.62in 1.8700 m (meters) |
| Height | 1645.00 mm (millimeters) 5.40 ft 64.76in 1.6450 m (meters) |
| Minimum trunk volume | 455.0 l (liters) 16.07 ft 3 (cubic feet) 0.46 m 3 (cubic meters) 455000.00 cm3 (cubic centimeters) |
| Maximum trunk volume | 774.0 l (liters) 27.33ft3 (cubic feet) 0.77 m 3 (cubic meters) 774000.00 cm3 (cubic centimeters) |
| Curb weight | 1800 kg (kilograms) 3968.32 pounds |
| Max weight | 2430 kg (kilograms) 5357.23 pounds |
| Volume fuel tank | 69.0 l (liters) 15.18 imp gal (imperial gallons) 18.23 am.gal. (US gallons) |
Engine
Technical data about the car engine - location, volume, cylinder filling method, number of cylinders, valves, compression ratio, fuel, etc.
| fuel type | diesel |
| Type of fuel supply system | common rail |
| Engine location | front, transverse |
| Engine capacity | 2184 cm3 (cubic centimeters) |
| Gas distribution mechanism | two camshafts in the cylinder head (DOHC) |
| Supercharging | turbo |
| Compression ratio | 16.30: 1 |
| Cylinder arrangement | row |
| Number of cylinders | 4 (four) |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 (four) |
| Cylinder diameter | 86.00 mm (millimeters) 0.28 ft 3.39in 0.0860 m (meters) |
| piston stroke | 94.00 mm (millimeters) 0.31 ft 3.70in 0.0940 m (meters) |
Power, torque, acceleration, speed
Information about maximum power, maximum torque and rpm at which they are reached. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h. Maximum speed.
| Max Power | 173 HP (English Horse power)
129.0 kW (kilowatts) 175.4 HP (metric horsepower) |
| The maximum power is reached at | 3500 rpm (rpm) |
| Max Torque | 400 Nm (Newton meters) 40.8 kgm (kilogram-force meters) 295.0 lb/ft (lb-ft) |
| The maximum torque is reached at | 2000 rpm (rpm) |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 11.30 s (seconds) |
| Max Speed | 200 km/h (kilometers per hour) 124.27 mph (mph) |
Fuel consumption
Information about fuel consumption in the city and on the highway (urban and extra-urban cycle). Mixed fuel consumption.
| Fuel consumption in the city | 9.1 l/100 km (liters per 100 km) 2.00 imp gal/100 km 2.40 US gal/100 km 25.85 mpg (mpg) 6.83 miles/liter (miles per liter) 10.99 km/l (kilometers per liter) |
| Fuel consumption on the highway | 6.6 l/100 km (liters per 100 km) 1.45 imp gal/100 km (imperial gallons per 100 km) 1.74 US gal/100 km (US gallons per 100 km) 35.64 mpg (mpg) 9.41 miles/liter (miles per liter) 15.15 km/l (kilometers per liter) |
| Fuel consumption - mixed | 7.5 l/100 km (liters per 100 km) 1.65 imp gal/100 km (imperial gallons per 100 km) 1.98 US gal/100 km (US gallons per 100 km) 31.36 mpg (mpg) 8.28 miles/liter (miles per liter) 13.33 km/l (kilometers per liter) |
| environmental standard | EURO V |
Gearbox, drive system
Information about the gearbox (automatic and/or manual), the number of gears and the vehicle's drive system.
Steering gear
Technical data on the steering mechanism and on the turning diameter of the vehicle.
Suspension
Information about the front and rear suspension of the car.
brakes
Type of front and rear wheel brakes, information about the presence of ABS (anti-blocking system).
Rims and tires
Type and size of wheels and tires of the car.
| Disc size | 18X7.5J, 19X7.5J |
| Tire size | 235/60 R18, 235/55 R19 |
Comparison with averages
The percentage difference between the values of some vehicle characteristics and their average values.
| Wheelbase | + 3% |
| Front track | + 7% |
| Rear track | + 7% |
| Length | + 5% |
| Width | + 5% |
| Height | + 10% |
| Minimum trunk volume | + 1% |
| Maximum trunk volume | - 44% |
| Curb weight | + 26% |
| Max weight | + 24% |
| Fuel tank capacity | + 12% |
| Engine capacity | - 3% |
| Max Power | + 9% |
| Max Torque | + 51% |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | + 10% |
| Max Speed | - 1% |
| Fuel consumption in the city | - 10% |
| Fuel consumption on the highway | + 7% |
| Fuel consumption - mixed | + 1% |
It has a stylish and non-trivial design with a swift and streamlined body. The roof flows into the hood in a smooth line; prominent front arches seem to have been specially inflated for 18-inch wheels, and the arches rear axle I even had to climb on the glass.
Through the transparent diffusers, two "muzzles" of the headlights are visible. The rear lighting devices have an even more unusual layout. The wide front air intake is not only an aggressive detail, but also protects the radiator from overheating.
But inside ... Inside, everything is much more banal. The interior of the CX-7 seems to be no brighter than the interiors of less expensive Mazdas. In any case, the style is the same as in the "six". And it feels like the same materials as on the "troika". This is frustrating, because the car costs one million one hundred and forty thousand rubles!!!
The build quality, of course, is decent (except that the cover of the armrest box is slightly loose, but we’ll write it off for this test copy), the door trim is interesting and of high quality, but the plastic in the design of the dashboard and on the steering wheel core is hard.
Red "stripe" on-board computer moved here from the "six". It holds a lot of information, but readability is far from perfect; In addition, the screen glare in the sun.
The Bose acoustic system once again pleased with a clear and high-quality sound, and the climate control (only single-zone is available) cooled the air in the cabin to 18 ° C in a few hours.
Steering - as on the MX-5: with polished "glossy" plastic and a convex core. But honking is inconvenient: you need to put pressure not on the entire bulge, but only on its center. But the seats are good. Although they do not have a sports grip, but the anatomical shape allows you to sit tight and very comfortable. And you don't have to drive!
By the way, the steering wheel here is with a variable force: at low speed it is filled with tangible weight, and at high speed the sharpness subsides and a small backlash appears, which protects against accidental changes in the trajectory. It is worth noting that it will be more difficult for tall people to get comfortable: the column is adjustable only in height.
The CX-7 is slower than the MPS trio. This is not surprising, because the crossover is 150 kg heavier, and the 2.3-liter turbo engine has been derated to 236 hp. with., to digest the 95th gasoline.
If the Mazda3 MPS “didn’t know” what to do with such a “herd”, then the “seven” lacks it a little: acceleration to 100 km / h in less than 8 s is, of course, not bad. But at the same time, the maximum capabilities of the CX-7 are limited to 181 km / h. It will be inconvenient when the baby Corsa or Yaris will bypass you on the German autobahn ...
You need to get used to the “box”: in order for the “automatic” to keep the speed, the accelerator has to be sunk into the floor all the way, otherwise the exceptional adaptability will make it switch to a higher one “at the wrong time”. (By the way, it’s easy to navigate here, because even in the “drive” mode, the “automatic” tells you which gear is on).
If he is not properly looked after, then at 90 km / h, or even earlier, he will switch to “sixth” on his own initiative, trying to save fuel. However, if you believe the readings of the flow meter, you can’t save much: the most immodest consumption according to the passport was 15.3 liters (in the urban cycle), and we were shown, on average, as much as 24.7 liters from the screen! I don't want to believe...
In any case, if you are counting on a dynamic ride, you should not trust electronic gear shifting. If you are not lazy and put the gear selector in mechanical mode, the CX-7 appears to be much more sporty than it seemed before ...
Mazda combines successful dynamics with decent behavior where the asphalt ends. Four-wheel drive - or rather, front-wheel drive with elements of a complete crossover inherited from the Mazda6 MPS. As soon as the front wheels “enter” on a slippery surface, the differential will instantly transfer part of the moment to the rear wheels, and they will help the front ones.
Huge clearance (208 mm!) allows you to forget about curbs (or curbs - whatever), but the corners of entry and exit will not let you off-road. But it's easy to go around the traffic jam on the grass!
Mazda CX-7Specifications |
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| Dimensions (length/width/height) |
4675 mm/1870 mm/1645 mm |
| Ground clearance | |
| Engine size and power |
2.3 l (238 hp) |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h | |
| Max Speed | |
| Average fuel consumption | |
The brakes aren't as bad as they look from the driver's seat. Slowing down is quite effective, only high ride smoothness and comfortable car settings “blunt” the objectivity of the process assessment. And in sharp turns The CX-7 rolls, squeals like rubber, and even easily leaves on a wider trajectory - and for this it is not necessary to turn off TCS system(the button is located to the right of the steering wheel).
5 doors crossovers
History of the Mazda CX-7
European premiere new Mazda The CX-7 took place at the 2006 Paris International Motor Show. Masterfully combining a strong personality sports cars with the practicality of SUVs, Mazda engineers have created a car that has attractive appearance, outstanding dynamics and a high level of comfort. The CX-7 is an example of a purely sporty approach to creating a car from the category of an SUV.
Extraordinary body design, superb interior and breathtaking dynamic characteristics make the Mazda CX-7 a car that defies convention. The model is built on the upgraded Mazda6 all-wheel drive platform.
Large, low air intake - helps cool the powerful DISI (Direct Injection Spark Ignition) engine. The radiator grille flows smoothly into the hood, creating a continuous line. The shape of the front wings of the car is a bit like the Mazda RX-8. The windshield is under acute angle, behind rear doors followed by side rear windows, which taper sharply at the rear. This combination of heaped back windshield and tapered rear side windows give the CX-7 a more energetic appearance. Incidentally, the same rear side windows have a chrome edging, which gives the appearance an extra gloss. At the rear of the Mazda CX-7, the sporty style is continued by two large exhaust pipes, and large transparent lights.
The main differences of the European version are the new bumper design with integrated fog lights, more elegant than American models. Also built into side mirrors turn repeaters.
The car has excellent aerodynamic qualities. The 66 degree tilt of the windshield made it possible to achieve low resistance air.
In interior trim Mazda CX-7 designers have focused on sportiness and the quality of individual details. Steering wheel and shift knob are leather-wrapped and specially shaped to fit perfectly around the hand. The soft matt upholstery materials are carefully selected in color. The dashboard is generally in line with the spirit latest models- devices are located in deep wells, and round dampers are used for ventilation. But there are also innovations, the panel itself has, as it were, two levels, on one there is a dashboard, on the second there is a narrow on-board computer display.
The front seats have developed lateral support, they are clearly separated by a high central tunnel. The rear seats fold (60/40) to provide even more free space in the luggage compartment.
The Mazda CX-7 has excellent visibility, thanks to its high seating position, it has roominess and comfort. Plenty of storage space. Between the front seats is a large glove compartment of 5.4 liters, and two cup holders. Opposite the front passenger is an even larger glove box, locked with a key. There are deep pockets in the front doors, and compartments for storing maps and magazines behind the front seats. luggage compartment Mazda CX-7 can accept items up to 100 cm long in normal use, but when folded rear seats, then you can put things up to 176 cm long.
Under the hood of the Mazda CX-7 is a 4-cylinder Gas engine 2.3 liter MZR with direct fuel injection, equipped with a turbine and intercooler, the full name of the engine is MSR2.3 DISI Turbo, the donor of this engine was Mazda Speed Atenza. The maximum power of the car is 244 hp. at a torque of 5000 rpm. From standstill to 100 km / h, the car accelerates in 7.9 seconds.
Smooth running is supported by a new 6-speed gearbox, which also significantly saves fuel due to clear settings. Versions with automatic transmission are also available.
On the Russian market The CX-7 will be available in two base trim levels, Touring and Sport, which come standard with climate control, power windows on all doors, cruise control, stability control, ABS, distribution system braking force and emergency braking assistance, and six airbags. Between themselves, these modifications differ only in a set of equipment - in addition to the basic set, buyers of the Sport version will also receive leather trim, xenon headlights, an advanced Bose audio system and a keyless entry system (Keyless Entry).
The basic version of the Mazda CX-7 also includes a proprietary system all-wheel drive(Mazda Active Torque Split All-WheelDrive), which prevents the wheels from spinning on slippery surfaces and provides excellent traction on the road. Using real-time information from multiple sensors, the system continuously monitors the road and differential usage. In addition to all-wheel drive, the car comes standard with a Traction Control System (TSC) and a Stability Control System (DCS).
Light but tough Mazda body The CX-7 is built using energy absorption and distribution technology to ensure a safe and dynamic ride. Gorgeous 18-inch 235/60 wheels, on elegant aluminum rims, allow you to feel all the softness of the movement. The salon is equipped with 6 airbags (front and side for the driver and front passenger, side curtains for those sitting in the back), and seat belts with a pretensioner.
In 2009, Mazda carried out a restyling and technical update of the CX-7 crossover. The presentation of the updated car for the North American market took place in February 2009 in Toronto. The European premiere took place a month later at the Geneva Motor Show. Dimensions now are: length - 4680 mm, width - 1870 mm, height - 1645 mm, base - 2750 mm, ground clearance - 208 mm.
The appearance of the car has changed in accordance with the modern style of the brand. Branded "smile", similar to the one that has already appeared on the "face" of the updated Mazda3 and Mazda6, now in the CX-7. The front end received a new pentagon-shaped grille and the bumper was fitted with new fog lamps. The grille as well as the side sills include new chrome details. Improvement appearance contributed to changes in rear spoiler located above the tailgate window. Complementing the picture are new 18-inch or 19-inch wheels (depending on equipment version), with a three-dimensional look. The restyled model also has changed rear lighting and updated interior.
Inside the car you can find a new refreshed dashboard, along with a 4.1-inch LCD, Bluetooth, a mid-range stereo, and a driver's seat with triple-owner memory. The luggage compartment in the stowed state will fit 455 liters, the trunk is narrow and long with a large loading height, folding seats are designed to increase its volume. The initial equipment of the Mazda CX-7 Touring is quite richly equipped: climate control, central locking, power windows, electric mirrors and heated front seats, trip computer, radio with CD / MP3.
In America, the CX-7 lineup was replenished with an economical new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 161 hp. This engine suitable for a leisurely driver, for whom sharp acceleration, high-speed taxiing and high maximum speed in the assessment of the car are far from the first places. Acceleration to 100 km / h takes 10.3 seconds. For lovers of drive, a friend from previous version 2.3 DISI turbo engine with 238 hp Gamma power units also replenished with a 2.2-liter MZR-CD turbodiesel with a power of 170 hp. For the European market only, the vehicle is equipped with a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) aftertreatment system. With its help, it is possible to reduce the content of nitrogen oxides in the exhaust by 40%. The engine meets the requirements of the environmental standard Euro 5.
Gearboxes also became one more. In addition to the already familiar six-speed “automatic”, Mazda added a five-speed one to the company. True, a crossover equipped with such a box can only be front-wheel drive and exclusively with a 161-horsepower engine.
The Mazda CX-7 is one of the few models that combines sporty design and driving pleasure with the space and functionality of a true SUV.
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 democratic, 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 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 it went wrong, because 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 items.
- 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 real numbers much more: 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.
- 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 can become the cause of the breakdown. brake fluid when replacing pads, because oxygen sensors are extremely sensitive to additives contained in fuels and lubricants.
- Removal of brake discs. « Weak point The pre-styling Mazda CX-7 cars are brake discs that cannot boast of resistance to temperature extremes at all. 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 disks, and installing new casings.
- 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.
- Bad soundproofing.
There are a lot of complaints about other Mazda CX 7 units. In particular, owners often complain that the razdatka is flowing and rear gears, as well as headlights fogging up, which in turn leads to the need for costly repairs.
All of the above in combination forms not the most positive image of a car among potential buyers, which negatively affects 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.
You can learn another independent opinion about this car from the video below: