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Opinions on Mazda CX-7?
Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2008 12:38 pm
by 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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Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2008 1:17 pm
by 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.
Re: Opinions on Mazda CX-7? (mjbsb69)
Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2008 6:18 pm
by Neouka
I briefly looked at one, but no stick and horrible fuel economy turned me instantly away. And premium gas for that turbo.
Re: Opinions on Mazda CX-7? (Neouka)
Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2008 9:26 pm
by 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.
Re: Opinions on Mazda CX-7? (mspalmer)
Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2008 9:48 pm
by 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.
Re: Opinions on Mazda CX-7? (mjbsb69)
Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2008 10:17 pm
by 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.