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2011 Mazda CX-7
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2011 Mazda CX-7

Stylish and sporty, the CX-7 has coupe-like styling and agile handling. Most versions have a trouble-prone turbocharged, four-cylinder engine; a non-turbocharged version was later available. The ride is fairly stiff and road noise is pronounced. We found the turbo CX-7 delivered ample midrange power, but there was a frustrating and disconcerting initial lag at low revs. Fuel economy averaged a mediocre 18 mpg in our tests. The interior well put together but some materials feel cheap. The firm front seats are generally supportive. The rear seat is not very roomy and is too low. The optional backup camera is an asset, but the navigation system compromises the radio controls.

Market value
$4,575
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2011
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Midsized SUVs
Generation began
2007

Pricing

Current retail median
$4,575
Retail value range
$3,225 - $5,075
Original MSRP range
$21,990 - $33,340
Trade-in range
$920 - $2,245

Ratings

Road test score
62/100

Fuel economy

EPA city
18 MPG
EPA highway
24 MPG
EPA combined
20 MPG
Tested city
12 MPG
Tested highway
25 MPG
Tested overall
18 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,705
Cruising range
330 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.3 sec
0-60 mph
9.1 sec
60-0 mph braking
128 ft
Avoidance speed
51 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
184 in
Width
74 in
Height
65 in
Wheelbase
108 in
Weight
4,025 lb
Maximum load
850 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3 in
Front leg room
41.5 in
Rear head room
4 in
Rear leg room
28 in
Cargo volume
28 cu ft
Luggage
4+0+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
3/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Mazda

Most Mazdas are affordable, fun to drive, and look good inside and out. Many of its crossovers, SUVs, and sedans have earned Consumer Reports’ recommendations and above-average reliability ratings. Used Mazdas are usually a good option for an affordable pre-owned car. Mazda’s two- and three-row SUVs, identified by CX in the name, are consistently near the top of our ratings. Some Mazdas are available as plug-in hybrids that are capable of useful amounts of electric-only driving range. Most Mazdas achieve solid, but not exceptional fuel economy. Though sports cars are less popular now than decades before, Mazda still sells the MX-5 Miata, one of the best of the few remaining enthusiast cars.

Vehicle ID: 8023 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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