Mazda CX-7
2009–2012 model years · Generation introduced 2007
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- Available years
- 2009–2012
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $4,425–$5,400
The overview
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.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 ↗ s Touring 4-door SUV AWD 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $5,400 | Not rated | Not rated | 20 MPG |
| 2011 ↗ s Touring 4-door SUV 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $4,575 | Not rated | Not rated | 20 MPG |
| 2010 ↗ s Touring 4-door SUV 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $4,425 | Not rated | Not rated | 20 MPG |
| 2009 ↗ 4-door SUV 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $4,525 | Not rated | Not rated | 20 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2012 model
s Touring 4-door SUV AWD 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2007
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,400
- Retail value range
- $4,500 - $6,075
- Original MSRP range
- $22,190 - $33,540
- Trade-in range
- $1,755 - $3,195
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
- $3,340
- 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
Vehicle ID: 6792 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
s Touring 4-door SUV 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2007
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,575
- Retail value range
- $3,750 - $5,700
- Original MSRP range
- $21,990 - $33,340
- Trade-in range
- $1,245 - $2,820
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
- $3,340
- 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
Vehicle ID: 8023 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
s Touring 4-door SUV 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2007
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,425
- Retail value range
- $3,725 - $4,575
- Original MSRP range
- $21,700 - $33,035
- Trade-in range
- $1,205 - $1,810
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
- $3,340
- 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
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 8324 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2009 model
4-door SUV 2.3-liter 4 (244 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2009 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs
- Generation began
- 2007
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,525
- Retail value range
- $4,200 - $4,850
- Original MSRP range
- $23,900 - $28,400
- Trade-in range
- $1,500 - $2,050
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
- $3,340
- 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
Vehicle ID: 5856 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
