2011 Mazda CX-7 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 -20 City / 21 -28 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
161 -244
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jill R
Reliable car, good for families and driving around town
Bought it before the birth of our first child. We wanted to have more space and not have to lean down into a car. It lacks lots of bells and whistles that newer cars have, but it has been extremely reliable and safe for us.
accountCircle Josh B
Mazda-a great first car!!
Great comfort, tight steering, all around good first car. It is also highly rated for safety and crash tests. Only problem is that it takes off really fast, you have to have a light foot to not rocket off. Also it sometimes will not turn on the defroster when it is cold outside so you have to be alert when it is cold.
accountCircle Tim M
It is well made and fun to drive. The inside is roomy.
I just like my car. It is sporty and reliable and comfortable.
accountCircle Wesley B
The car has a screen that tells the temp. Of the car.
It is the family car and it has all the safety features that it needs to keep your family safe on long trips. It has 4 doors, power steering and power windows. It also has power brakes. It has a lot of alarms to let you know if something is wrong with the tires and anything wrong with the car.
accountCircle Hailey G
Mazda really gets it done!
Such an amazing car! Bought it used a couple years ago, and still runs the same as when I bought it. It is super reliable, and has gotten me to and from my university several times, among other little road trips me and my friends take. It is a 4-door, and has pretty decent gas mileage. Highly recommend.
accountCircle Jonathan Q
Luxury at a cheap price point.
Knock on wood, the cx7 has been amazing.Over 241,000 miles and no. Major issues since I bought it new. I have had smooth driving and easy maintenance to keep it running. Great mileage overall as well. The heated seats are probably the best add on plus the sun roof makes it seem. Very fancy.
accountCircle Debbie H
It doesn't cost a lot to fill it up and it is really easy on gas
I like that it's easy on gas. It is comfortable to ride in. There is plenty of cargo room and room for passengers.
accountCircle Beth S
It has airbags everywhere in the car.
I love that it fits my family comfortably. The trunk has plenty of space for whatever I need to put there. I love the look of my cx-7.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Reuben P
Working but not liking it.
The cab is tiny and hard for me to get in and out of, the fabric on the doors is missing or lifting and the seats force your rear into strange shapes, the rear wiper is unreliable and the system is very difficult to work with just to hook up the Bluetooth. There are a few other items like the window not moving but the are minor.
accountCircle Stephen H
Crossover that does few things right and many things wrong.
The car feels cheap in many aspects. Plastic parts seem to fail after moderate use. Driver side window motor started to malfunction after 5 years and door handles found on the outside are coming loose. While the car is not very powerful acceleration wise, the gas pedal is finicky and will jolt the car forward if it is not gently used.
accountCircle Ashley J
That it can have recalls and engine problems.
It has great gas mileage which I love! And I love the style. I dislike that there is engine problems.
accountCircle Michelle S
Basic midsize SUV with little identity.
Cx7 is FWD, good space, with outdated electronic console. The black finish highlights dirt very easily. Bumper damage is more expensive to fix than Honda. Poor gas mileage, and you need a mechanic to change the headlights. It is not a good interior finish if you have dogs.
accountCircle scott r
Below average Mazda. Expensive to operate.
Only uses premium gas, handles terrible in snow. Braking is rough, abs is terrible. Uses more oil than most vehicles when getting an oil change.
accountCircle Matthew C
Headlights keep burning out and expensive to replace
I love the size of the car. It gets great gas mileage. The front headlights keep burning out and they are very difficult to replace. The tires are also extremely expensive.
accountCircle Amanda H
My Mazda is my dream car. Very reliable and safe.
The car is very sporty and cute. It drives well and it is very safe. I enjoy driving a Mazda.I plan on upgrading my car very soon to a Mazda cx 5. Mazda are very reliable, safe and convenient. The features in the car is great as well. The interior is nice and the seats are very comfortable.
accountCircle Ana M
It is a small SUV- which is great for parking.
There is not enough leg space in the back. Currently have a baby and the car seat takes up a lot of room which means the passenger seat has to be up. The leather is not helpful during the hot summer months. Overall, we have out used this car. Next car will try and get with more leg space and not leather.

Mazda CX-7 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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i SV
161 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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i Sport
161 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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i Touring
161 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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s Touring
244 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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s Grand Touring
244 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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2011 Mazda CX-7 Owner Reviews

4.18
122 Reviews
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5 stars 43%
4 stars 38%
3 stars 16%
2 stars 3%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Aeriel D on June 16, 2021
Good reliable car. Needed some repairs.
Good car. It is very reliable, but it had bad lights. I have had to replace headlights. I love this car though! It is my go to car for traveling because of lots of room. I enjoy driving it around the city as well. I have had this car for 3 years and it is been good to me so far.
accountCircle Summer W on May 25, 2021
Mazda cx-7 review that I love! Such an awesome card to have.
I currently drive a Mazda cx-7 and I love it because it is so spacious and comfortable. Me and my family love to take it out on road trips. All of the seats lay completely down and we've actually even moved large items in it. We've even been able to fit an entire mattress in it and a couch! It is great when you have a large extended family so we can always pick up lots of my kids cousins and pile everyone in. I like that it is not super flashy and does not draw a lot of attention! The seats are heated and the ac is always cold. We've not had many problems with it since we've had it. It is very reliable and if something does go wrong it is always going to be easy to fix!
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Jace T.

This car has great gas Mileage on both hey and in the city, it is very reliable getting me from work to home and all my other activities and fun to drive on long road trips because it is comfy. I would recommend it for a small family.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Jace T.

The is car just does not have enough room for all the outdoor activities I do like snowboarding, mountain biking, surfing and so on. I would love to have this model in AWD but I do not think they make it.

Ranks #20 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2011 Mazda CX-7 has an average owner rating of 4.05 out of 5 which ranks it #20 of 23 other Midsize SUVs.

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2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
4.82
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2011 Toyota 4Runner
4.71
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2011 Mazda CX-7
4.18

Ranks #2 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Mazda CX-7 has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #2 of 23 other Midsize SUVs.

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2011 Subaru Outback
29 MPG
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2011 Mazda CX-7
28 MPG
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2011 Kia Sorento
27 MPG

Is The 2011 Mazda CX-7 A Good Car?

Yes it is. it reliable and safe. it's great on gas. it's my first Mazda and I will be thinking about getting another one
Brandon A.
Amazing vehicle. Very little maintenance and very comfortable to drive. We can fit everything we need for vacation and get to vacation without any problems
Heather V.
Yes overall it has been a good vehicle for me. I like the way it drives. It is smooth and easy to park. I like the trunk space and the gas mileage.
Kimberly Y.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Mazda CX-7?

It does not have any major problems. We maintain it with routine maintenance, oil changes and tune ups
Karen P.
Very reliable. We have had ours for 50,000 miles and have only had to do routine maintenance such as oil changes and light bulb replacement
Heather R.
Yes it has been reliable. It has had a couple of recalls. There is an airbag light that is continuing to come on.
Joe C.
Yes it runs great, no major issues. The only problem is that it is horrible on gas and the gas mileage meter is never accurate
Carolina L.

Is The 2011 Mazda CX-7 A Good Value?

We bought ours for 13,000 and we have gotten extremely good use out of it and we will continue to get good use out of it. I would consider buying a new one if they still made it
Chris S.
When I bought it on 2012 it costs $18,000. I thought that was a very good deal. It has been well worth the money.
Yolanda P.
It was $6500 for a used one and it was a very good price in my opinion. Especially when you are on a budget
Dakota M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2011 Mazda CX 7 life expectancy?

Answer: The 2011 Mazda CX7 can laSTSolidly for 150,000-200,000 miles with routine maintenance visits and regular care. Oil and filter changes should be scheduled every 7,500-10,000 miles or 12 months if using synthetic...

What are some of the 2011 Mazda CX 7 transmission problems no reverse?

Answer: There have been reports of no reverse transmission problems in the 2011 Mazda CX7 it could be from valve body issues or low fluid. The valve body is one of the pieces of equipment that allows an automatic...

Does the 2011 Mazda CX 7 have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The available engine options in the 2011 Mazda CX7 are equipped with a timing chain rather than a belt. Timing chains and belts both perform the same job and they both do it very well so it's not a matter of...

What's the 2011 mazda cx7 oil type?

Answer: The 2011 Mazda CX7 uses SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 5.3 quarts. Oil keeps the internal parts of Your car's engine cool and lubricated and it also keeps the moving parts from grinding...
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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

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Side

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety