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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The Inside
Because of its preproduction status, Mazda warned that there might be some
imperfect trim pieces in the cabin, but our CX-9 held up well to our scrutiny.
Sport models have cloth seats, and the fir ...
Interior
Up to five people can fit inside the Mazda3. The steering column tilts and
telescopes, and the instruments sit in a trio of round, recessed nacelles. A
ratchet-type mechanism permits seat adjustme ...
Supplemental Restraint System Components
The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems:
- The air bag system with inflators and air bags.
- The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module.
The air bags ...