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.
See also:
Power Steering Fluid
Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, don't operate the
vehicle for long periods when the
power steering fluid level is low.
NOTE:
Use speci ...
Under the Hood
The MX-5's 2.0-liter four-cylinder develops 166 horsepower at 6,700 rpm. The
engine has dual overhead camshafts and variable valve timing. Torque output is
140 pounds-feet at 5,000 rpm.
Three tr ...
Driving Dynamics & Safety - Suspension Updates for Even More Stability
The original Mazda 5 was one of the first new Mazda vehicles to employ high-tensile
steels in the body shell for an ideal combination of reduced weight combined with
high torsional and flexural ri ...