Vehicle Overview

The CX-7 five-seat crossover is priced between the Tribute and the larger CX-9 crossover in the Mazda lineup. The CX-7 was designed to deliver the utility of a small SUV and the driving experience of a passenger car. Its competitors include the Ford Edge, Toyota Highlander and Nissan Murano in one regard, but the CX-7's sporty nature and wagonlike shape also liken it to the Volkswagen Tiguan and Infiniti EX35.

New for 2011
New for 2011 is an "i" Touring model powered by a 161-horsepower four-cylinder engine. This trim level includes a power adjustable driver's seat, heated front seats, leather trim, a rearview camera and a power moonroof.

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    Interior & Safety
    Though the car is small, the two-seat configuration provides more driver space than you might expect. A 6-foot-tall ectomorph, I fit just fine, though it wouldn't be my first choice for a long dri ...

    Tool Storage
    Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Glove box Jack To remove the jack 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. 2. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwi ...

    Dashboard and Interior Overview
    Dashboard and Interior Overview 1 - Power window switches 2 - Lighting control 3 - Turn and lane-change signals 4 - Instrument cluster 5 - Air bags 6 - Wiper and washer lever 7 - Hazard warni ...