Mazda CX-7 test drive since 2009 SUV

Test drive Mazda CX-7: Cross-Sport

Under the hood, all the same 2.3-liter in-line turbocharging fire, borrowed from the charged hatchback Mazda3 MPS. The engine briskly gains the maximum 7000 rpm, and the power of 238 hp. Allows you to easily perform overtaking on the highway and easily move away from traffic lights.

Almost four years after the Mazda CX-7 crossover debuted in the European (including Russian) arena, the model was restored. It is quite normal to slightly abuse and a little embellish the appearance, as well as add some options that the owners lacked.


In front of the updated Mazda CX-7, you can find out by a new pentagonal radiator grille and fog lights with vertical niches.

Traditionally, during the renewal of cardinal changes, no appearance did not occur. Mazda CX-7 faded the nose, receiving a new pentagonal radiator grill and vertically located fog. Behind the changes even less: a slightly changed bumper design and fog lights. In the profile, the updated beauty of the TSE-X can be found out by the changed pattern of 18- and 19-inch (depending on the configuration) alloy discs.


The back of the bumper and fog lights are distinguished by a new design. For Sport, an increased spoiler and chrome linings on the rear door are offered.

A new steering wheel appeared in the cabin with the control keys for the audio system, the on-board computer and the cruise control. The dashboard has changed a bit. The central explosion deflectors and the twins of the climatic installation received a premium chrome edging. In addition, the design of the armrest and internal door panels were changed. In the decoration of the salon, better materials were used, including leather seats. Of course, these changes are not visually noticeable, but the tactile impressions are completely different. And even if the plastic is still hard everywhere, the interior really has become better and more solid.


According to external data, the beauty of the Mazda CX-7 is a cut above her competitors. The branded Mazdovsky Zoom-Zoom is visible here with the naked look.

Despite the fact that the front chairs are still not enough lateral support, and the seats pillow are a little short, it is convenient to sit in Mazda. Ergonomics at a height. During the restyling, the steering column received a departure adjustment, which greatly simplified the finding of the optimal landing.


The most visible change in the interior is the new steering wheel design. On the right and left are the control buttons of the audio system, on-board computer and cruise control.

Paired with a monochrome display on the top of the central console, a multifunctional information display (MID) appeared, displaying data from the audio systems and reminders of maintenance. In addition, the MID display displays the instant and average fuel consumption, the range and average speed. If the navigation system is optionally available on Mazda3, then in the CX-7 the screen is only informational and it is not planned to be equipped with Russian navigation.


Among the new options that came along with restyling, we note the rear view camera and the monitoring system of dead zones.

Meanwhile, the MID screen is still useful. Now optionally Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a rear view camera, the image from which is transmitted just to this display. In addition, the restyled crossover received an electric drive of the front seats (a driver's seat with memory), a tire pressure sensor and an electric drive of the folding of side mirrors.


The salon is characterized by improved decoration materials. The steering wheel received a departure adjustment, and a new display appeared above the central console, displaying the data of the on -board computer and audio system.

Behind the Japanese crossover, a typical middle peasant will be a little cramped, but two adults just right. The trunk does not shine with a capacity of only 455 liters of useful space. But under the floor there was a full -size reserve, which in Russian realities is no less important than the size of the trunk.


The 238-horsepower turbo engine disperses the Mazda CX-7 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds. There is no need to count on gasoline saving. Even in a calm mode, the crossover eats at least 13 liters per 100 km of path, and in city traffic jams this figure can easily rise to 18 liters.

Under the hood, all the same 2.3-liter in-line turbocharging fire, borrowed from the charged hatchback Mazda3 MPS. The engine briskly gains the maximum 7000 rpm, and the power of 238 hp. Allows you to easily perform overtaking on the highway and easily move away from traffic lights. The six -speed automatic transmission smoothly and clearly clicks with the gear, thinking only when you need to pull from the start or switch to two steps at once.


Depending on the version of Mazda CX-7, 18- or 19-inch alloy disks are equipped. Chromewall storage of niches of anti -tumens and a radiator lattice - the prerogative of the rich configuration of Sport.

According to official figures, during the update to the supporting design of the body, the Mazda added reinforced elements, as a result of which the rigidity for twisting increased. Of course, it is impossible to see these changes, but the fact that the CX-7 has become smooth and quieter is a fact. Also, it is impossible not to note the improved sound insulation, the lack of which the prerestyled model sinned.


Mazda CX-7 is controlled no worse than cars and does not graze on light off-road. Here it is, the totality of the necessary qualities for a real crossover.

The design of the suspensions remained the same: in front of the rack MacPherson, a traditional multi -link behind. Mazda crossover still justifies the prefix athletic. The car willingly dive into turns, coolly holds a straight line, walking only in conditions of strong rut. If there is not enough clear zero on the straight wheel, then in the bend an adequate force tells the driver the right trajectory, and the Mazda does everything else, showing front -wheel drive habits in the limit, swimming out of turn and dashingly going into a controlled dawn for discharge of gas. The CX-7 turns of the turns overcomes real passability with minimal rolls! At the same time, light off -road is also on her teeth. What else is needed for a real crossover?


Neither the standard audio system, nor advanced music from the BOSE company have the USB entrance. External devices can be connected only through AUX.

The cost of the basic Mazda CX-7 in the Touring configuration with halogen headlights, a fabric salon and 18-inch discs with tires 235/60 R18 is 1,249,000 rubles. The top crossover performed by SPORT with an electric seal, rain sensor, a non-clock access system, a rear view camera, a cool BOSE audio system, xenon headlights and 19-inch discs with a rubber 235/55 R19 more than 1,374,000 rubles. The maximum optional package, which includes an electric hatch, folding mirrors with an electric drive and a monitoring system for dead zones will raise the price of another 59 thousand rubles.


The element of Mazda CX -7 - even asphalt. The crossover holds the high -speed straight line and is hunting even in the coolest turns. Despite the fact that the updated CE-X-Xs became more comfortable, shaking on pits and bumps has not gone anywhere.

For comparison, the top -end Toyota Rav4 with a similar set of options costs 1,385,000 rubles, and the price of the German crossover Volkswagen Tiguan comes close to 1,450,000 rubles. At the same time, the CX-7 has two indisputable advantages: a 238-horsepower engine and excellent passivity. However, sales results are not in favor of the Mazda. During the entire existence of the CEE-X seventh in the Russian market, only 6 thousand cars were sold, while Tiguan and Rav4 diverge like hot pies.

Russian clients are scared away by the lack of alternatives to a powerful 238-horsepower motor, which on average requires about 16 liters of fuel and considerable transport tax. But the Mazda CX-7 has already occupied its niche in the Russian market, and as for an alternative, the diesel issue is increasingly raising at the presentations of the Japanese company, and the employees of the Russian representative office of Mazda Motor Rus are increasingly discussing it. And when he decides, then, probably, there will be an alternative and new positions in sales ratings.


Ruslan Galimov


pros
excellent handling
competitive price
       
Minuses
weak lateral support
lack of USB entrance
       
The price of the tested car is from 1,229,000 rubles


Specifications
Body
Type of body crossover
The number of places 5
Trunk volume, l 455
Equipped mass, kg 1831
Full mass, kg 2289
Length, mm 4680
Width, mm 2055
Height, mm 1645
Wheel base, mm 2750
Road clearance, mm 208
Engine
Type in order, 4-cylinder, turbocharged
The location in front is transversely
Location and number of cylinders 4 in a row
Working volume, cm 2261
Cylinder diameter/piston stroke, mm 87.5 x 94.0
The degree of compression is 9.5
The number of valves per cylinder 4
Maximum power, L.S./rpm 238/5000
Maximum torque, Nm/rpm 350/2500
Transmission
Automatic gearbox 6-speed
The drive is complete
McPherson front suspension with a reptile stability stabilizer
The rear suspension is independent, multi -link
Front brakes Disco ventilated
Rear brakes Disco ventilated
Tires 235/60 R18
Dynamics
Maximum speed, km/h 181
Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, from 8.3
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
city cycle 15.3
country cycle 9.3
mixed cycle 11.5
Fuel tank capacity, l 69
Fuel AI-95 gasoline
 

Source: Carclub.ru