Note: This review was created when the 2008 Mazda CX-7 was new.
The CX-7 delivers a fun, sporty ride in a distinctive-looking, safe and functional crossover SUV package. The Mazda's strong all-around appeal helps it earn a ranking in the top half of its large class. However, itranks in the bottom half of the Affordable Crossover SUV class.
Introduced just last year, the CX-7 borrows elements from the Mazda5, Mazda3, Ford Focus and Ford Edge. The Mazda CX-7 carries over into 2008 with only minor changes. It's a performance crossover with a turbocharged engine that reviewers say makes for a fun driving experience. USA Today writes, "For the sporty-minded, it sets the standard for so-called crossover-utility vehicles." While the CX-7 boasts many positive attributes, many reviewers still wish it had a roomier interior, a more comfortable rear seat and better fuel economy. With a base price under $25,000, experts generally see the CX-7 as a good buy -- an even more pertinent point considering that the CX-7 offers many of the same features as much more expensive competitors, such as the Acura RDX.
The 2008 CX-7 comes in three trim levels -- Sport, Touring and Grand Touring -- with a universal turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
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