The last words
I’ve had the opportunity to road test quite a number of small and mid-size crossovers in the last few years. Within its price range, which starts at $26,495 for the FWD version and $29,995 for AWD configuration, it’s my view that the AWD CX-7 is one of the more satisfying within its category.
My top-line GT tester was pegged at $36,690, but that coin included navigation, leather upholstery, heated seats, premium audio, Bluetooth connectivity and many other features.
Fuel economy for the AWD CX-7 with the turbocharged engine is rated at 12.2 L/100km and 8.7 L/100km, city and highway driving respectively. I never achieved that level of efficiency, averaging in the 12 to 13 L/100km range in the city and 10 to 11 L/100km on the highway.
This was a disappointing result but not unexpected given the horsepower and torque of the engine and the AWD format of my tester. It should also be noted though that this engine operates optimally on premium fuel, so therein is another wallet penalty, although it is ok to use regular unleaded.
Despite the fuel penance, there’s plenty to like about the Mazda CX-7 GT – especially its turbocharged mill.
I’ve had the opportunity to road test quite a number of small and mid-size crossovers in the last few years. Within its price range, which starts at $26,495 for the FWD version and $29,995 for AWD configuration, it’s my view that the AWD CX-7 is one of the more satisfying within its category.
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| Despite the fuel penance, there’s plenty to like about the Mazda CX-7 GT – especially its turbocharged mill. (Photo: Rob Rothwell/Auto123.com) |
My top-line GT tester was pegged at $36,690, but that coin included navigation, leather upholstery, heated seats, premium audio, Bluetooth connectivity and many other features.
Fuel economy for the AWD CX-7 with the turbocharged engine is rated at 12.2 L/100km and 8.7 L/100km, city and highway driving respectively. I never achieved that level of efficiency, averaging in the 12 to 13 L/100km range in the city and 10 to 11 L/100km on the highway.
This was a disappointing result but not unexpected given the horsepower and torque of the engine and the AWD format of my tester. It should also be noted though that this engine operates optimally on premium fuel, so therein is another wallet penalty, although it is ok to use regular unleaded.
Despite the fuel penance, there’s plenty to like about the Mazda CX-7 GT – especially its turbocharged mill.
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