Opinions on Mazda CX-7?

[mjbsb69]

Just got my wife a 2008 Mazda CX-7 Sport, FWD, 2.3 L Turbo. The color is Copper Red Mica. It sure is fun to drive. What's the word on these?I will have pics up soon. Here is a thumbnail from http://www.mazdausa.com

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[northvibe]

same engine as my ms3 word is they are awesome. Strong engine, reliable and not too bad of gas mileage. Consumer reports likes them too.

[Neouka]

I briefly looked at one, but no stick and horrible fuel economy turned me instantly away. And premium gas for that turbo.

[mspalmer]

one of my co-workers has one and let me drive it the second day he had it. I loved it but he does complain that the mileage and premium fuel has been a little bit of a disappointment. Of couse, he's kind of a cheapskate to begin with. He's happy with the vehicle besides the mileage/fuel issue.

[mjbsb69]

Actually, since 2008 the Mazda CX-7 engine now allows for flexible fuel, so it no longer requires premium fuel. In the owner's manual it allows 87 octane fuel, but does say performance may be decreased.

[Whelan]

My only concerns would be the fuel consumption and type. Other than that I drove one once and really could not get used to the super-raked windshield. For an SUV it just gave me huge blinders.