Test drive Mazda CX-7 2007-2009 SUV

Mazda CX-7 test drive: Utility sport

The main goal when creating the CX-7 crossover themselves see the development of a car with unique personality and style, which will distinguish the model from competitors.
In the summer of 2007, Mazda introduced in Europe its city CX-7 crossover. In fact, at that time, the Mazda CX-7 was no longer a novelty. The CX-7 debut created on the basis of the CROSSSPORT conceptual car, which was shown on the engine in Detroit, took place in the United States at the beginning of 2006. And in Japan, the Mazda crossover began to be sold in December 2006.
In addition, the Mazda CX-7 was initially not planned at all, however, the rapid growth of the crossover segment in Russia, which last year amounted to 95%, forced the Mazda leadership to think and eventually decide on the start of the process of adapting the model for the Russian market.

   
Two exhaust systems and original optics end the dynamic appearance of Mazda CX-7
Zoom-zoom is recognized without exceptional
So, the main goal when creating the CX-7 crossover themselves see the development of a car with unique personality and style, which will distinguish the model from competitors. In addition, the Mazda CX-7 tried to embody SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) and a sports dynamic car. Simply put, it was necessary to create a model with an enlarged clearance, all -wheel drive and passenger control with a sports slope. As a result, the European version of the CX-7 received a technical part, largely unified with charged MPS models. The European version of the Mazda CX-7 was equipped with a 2.3-liter MZR turbocharged engine with a capacity of 260 hp, equipped with a direct fuel injection system and an intermediate cooler, the same as on the charged Mazda3 MPS. A six -speed mechanical transmission works in pairs with the engine. The maximum power is achieved at 5,500 rpm, and a torque of 380 nm is available at 3,000 rpm. The European CX-7 accelerates up to 100 km/h in 8 seconds, and the maximum speed is 210 km/h.

   
Pronounced wheel arches and inclined front stand give the silhouette of swiftness
Ergonomics and design at a height, however, the quality of the finishes leaves much to be desired

As for the Russian modification of the crossover from Mazda, it was not without constructive changes. Firstly, it is a deformed engine that produces 238 hp. The torque has decreased to 350 nm, and its peak falls at the speed of rotation of the crankshaft equal to 2500 rpm. The maximum speed decreased to 180 km/h, and the declared acceleration to hundreds is 8.3 seconds. These changes are a consequence of the adaptation of a 2.3-liter turbocharged motor under 95th gasoline and a decrease in environmental restrictions to the Euro-3 standard.
As a result, the Mazda CX-7 lost the excitement during acceleration, acceleration became more smooth and solid. With Russian engine settings, the Japanese crossover is perceived more restrained. If the potential owner of the European is a young, gambling driver who is not alien to powerful acceleration and dynamic turns, then the Russian owner of the CX -7 seems to be a more solid and settled person who appreciates high power and sports control, but in practice he rarely uses the potential of the car.
   
Bose audio system shows a powerful sound
When switching to a step below the 6-speed transmission is distinguished by thoughtfulness
 

The device with aggressive amber backlighting is good informative
The appearance of the Mazda CX-7 to match the rest of the Zoom-Zoom model range is recognized without exceptional. Swift lines of the body, the front bumper with a large air intake and a slanting head optics give out the obstinate disposition of this crossover. The pronounced wheel arches and a heavily tilted front stand give the silhouette of swiftness, and the two pipe of the exhaust system and the original optics are the final chord in this play called Mazda CX-7.
In the interior, sports notes inherent in the entire Mazda lineup are also accurately captured. Convenient front chairs with pronounced side support are well fixed by passengers. In the top configuration, the driver's seat is equipped with an electric drive and mechanical adjustment of lumbar support. A convenient steering wheel in the style of the sports compartment Mazda RX-8 is equipped with the buttons of the control of the audio system and the cruise control. The absence of the steering column in the longitudinal direction is indicated about the overseas orientation of the car, which brings some inconveniences to the tall to the tall to find a convenient position on the site of the driver. The panel of amber backlighting instruments has good informativeness. The top design of Sport involves the presence of a good Bose audio system with a CD changer supporting the MP3 format and 9 speakers. The impression of a good ergonomics and the attractive design of the interior of CX-7 spoiled a rather mediocre quality of the materials of the interior decoration. With the exception of the internal skin trims trimmed with skin, the remaining parts are made of hard plastic.
As for the convenience of the rear passengers, here the Mazda CX-7 is a solid middle peel is acceptable, the three of them are crowded. The luggage compartment volume is only 400 liters. This is 55 liters less than in the European version. Such a difference is obtained due to the presence of a full-fledged spare wheel under the floor of the luggage compartment.
The front suspension with racks like MacPherson and the back multi -link provide good handling on a flat road. The direct CX-7 holds without complaints, without requiring unnecessary stooping and adjusting the trajectory. The same applies to the passage of turns that is understandable steering and clearly road settings of the suspension make the behavior of the crossover predictable and understandable. In addition, handling did not lose its sports component. On a winding highway, the Mazda CX-7 is ready to compete with many cars.
When a flat roadway is replaced by broken asphalt, nervousness appears in the behavior of the CX-7, and the riders begins to shake.
The all -wheel drive system is implemented in such a way that, depending on the specific road situation, the ratio of torque entering the front and rear bridges may vary from 100/0 to 50/50. Of course, the full-fledged Mazda CX-7 SUV does not clearly reach the title, but it justifies its place in the crossover segment. To climb into the curb or to park in the snowy yard will not be any problems.
Automatic transmission has smooth switching. However, when you need to jump a few steps down, a fairly strong thoughtfulness manifests itself. The same can be said about the start from the place. The response to a sharp press on the accelerator pedal occurs only after a couple of seconds. This time is enough to give competitors a head of a few precious meters. The European CX-7 with a mechanical transmission in this regard is clearly preferable. The presence of automatic transmission also affected the fuel consumption. Even in the most gentle regime, without sharp accelerations and downtime in traffic jams, it did not fall below 13.5 liters per 100 km.
As for prices and sets, the Russian market Mazda CX-7 is offered in Touring and Sport. The basic performance of Touring includes a full electric package, fabric salon, six airbags, heating seats, cruise control, ABS with a system of distribution of brake forces, a dynamic stabilization system, 18-inch alloy wheels and an audio system with four speakers. The price of such a car is 1,162,000 rubles. In the maximum configuration of Sport for 1,260,000 rubles, xenon headlights, a driver's seats, a leather interior, an audio system of Bose, rain sensor and fog lights are added for 1,260,000 rubles.
What is Mazda CX-7 better or worse than your competitors? Traditionally, the product from Mazda has a bright expressive design, which was only confirmed by the crossover on our test. In addition, with a similar level of equipment, overall sizes and the price of Mazda, it favorably differs in a powerful motor, sports suspension settings and a modern six -speed transmission. Another thing is that the absence of an alternative to a powerful 238-horsepower engine can scare away most of the target audience, for which it is primarily important to move from point A to point V.
Ruslan Galimov
 
The price of the tested car is 1,260,000 rubles
Complete the test of the tested car
Metallic paint
Darkened glass: rear and side
The door handles are chrome
Antenna
Leather upholstery of the salon
Leather upholstery of door panels
Leather braid of steering wheel, parking brake and gearbox handles
Climate control
Remote control of the central lock
Electric windows of the front and rear doors
heating of the rear window
Electric driver's seat
Driver's seat with adjustable lumbar support
Driver's seat with height and angle adjustment
heating the front seats
Rear -view mirrors with electric drive and heating
Steering column adjustable along the angle of inclination
Outdoor temperature sensor
Trip computer
Cruise control
Audiosystem Management on the steering wheel
Smart Start/Smart Keyless Entry
Rain sensor
A washing fluid level sensor
ABS - anti -lock brake system
EBA - electronic emergency braking reinforcement system
EBD - electronic brake force distribution system
TCS - Anti -Tuggeling System
DSC - dynamic stabilization system
Front and side airbags, driver and front passenger
Lateral safety curtains
Safety belts
Height adjustable front belts
Immobilizer
Security alarm
ISOFIX system
Xenon headlights with automatic corrector
Fog lights
headlight washer
The function is constantly on the near light
Flight wheels 18x7-1/2j, P235/60 R18
Low -size spare wheel
Radio AM/FM (RDS), CD-changer (MP3), 9 Bose speakers
Specifications
Body
Type of body SUV
The number of places 5
Trunk volume, l 400
Equipped mass, kg 1802
Full mass, kg 2270
Length, mm 4675
Width, mm 1870
Height, mm 1645
Wheel base, mm 2750
Road clearance, mm 205
Engine
Gasoline type with turbocharging and direct fuel injection
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
The front suspension is independent, such as McPherson, with a reptile stabilizer
The rear suspension is independent, multi -link, with a reptile stabilizer
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