Geneva 2009: 2010 Mazda CX-7
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The 2010 Mazda CX-7 may have made its global debut at the Toronto Auto Show in February, but we're seeing it for the first time in person at the Geneva Motor Show this week. At first glance, the CX-7 looks largely unchanged versus the 2009 model, but closer inspection reveals subtle tweaks. New for 2010 are a larger grille, updated front and rear fascias and a refashioned interior. The biggest addition to the CX-7 lineup in North America is the same 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that powers the 2010 Ford Fusion and Mazda3, though power will be reduced slightly to 161 horsepower. The base four will have a lower sticker price than the 2009 model while also improving fuel economy. The turbocharged, 244-hp 2.3-liter four-cylinder remains unchained for the 2010 model year.
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Rhawb 11:33AM (3/05/2009)
Aw, it's happy just like the 3...only it's chubby too.
I don't think it will be nearly as polarizing as the 3 has turned out to be - it's a fairly subtle change that I doubt most people will even notice.
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dukeisduke 11:42AM (3/05/2009)
So all the Mazdas are getting the "smiling carp" grille, as Car and Driver calls it?
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Toy Yoda 4:00AM (3/06/2009)
yeah, but the mad/angry/constipated look is a bit tiring.
Perry 11:44AM (3/05/2009)
Bring over as is..4cyl with the stick...price it at about 25k (in Canada) and sign me up....arguably one of the best looking CUV's out there right now.
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Ken Stamper 12:45PM (3/05/2009)
Agreed... with a 6 spd stick and the choice of engines the CX-7 is unbeatable. Of course, the chance of NA getting a stick with either engine are at snowball in hell levels
Kitko 1:00PM (3/05/2009)
In Europe, the 2.3 liter CX-7 is only available as AWD and only with a 6-speed stick... and it cost 36 - 41 000 euro (oncluding taxes) depending on trim and country. That's 41 -51 thousand in US dollars.
Steve 11:48AM (3/05/2009)
I'll be interested to see the road tests with the 2.5 naturally aspirated 4 cyl.
I'm afraid it'll be a dog with only 161 HP.
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Seminole 11:54AM (3/05/2009)
Probably no more so than the 4-cyl CR-V and Rav-4 (though they just upped the Rav-4's HP).
Kitko 1:04PM (3/05/2009)
If you think 160 hp is not enough you probably don't know how drive....
I have no problem driving on unrestricted autobahns in Germany in a 1.6 liter 106 hp Mazda 3 activematic, keeping my speed at 130-150 km/h 80% of times. Joining in is not a problem.
BoneHeadOtto 1:54PM (3/05/2009)
It will most definately be a dog compared to those two cars. The CX7 weighs 3700lbs while the other two weigh less than 3400 lbs. This will hurt both mileage and performance. Plus the CX7 has the least interior space of the two. But of course it looks the best (last years model that is)
Taglane 11:57AM (3/05/2009)
No. No one wanted this. It's more annoying then Acura's Parrot Grille. At least they're not coming out with new ones left and right like Mazda.
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ASEVENSEE4 11:57AM (3/05/2009)
The 2.3 turbo isn't "unchained" for 2010. It has various improvements from better boost control to better combustion. The 2.5L will be mated to the 5 speed automatic. It will only available in front wheel drive and the starting price is going to be around $20,000. They're improvements to the ride as well as a vastly improved interior. New 17" wheels on the base 2.5L and 19" wheels are now available. The European CX-7 will have the 2.2L Diesel first shown in the 2010 Mazda3. That said, I don't like the GT fog's or the added chrome, it's ugly. The base model looks better.
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ASEVENSEE4 12:04PM (3/05/2009)
I also forgot that the structure is stiffer than before, and that AWD is still available on the Turbocharged CX-7's.
Mazda FTW! 11:58AM (3/05/2009)
Goergeous. And that colour is stunning.
A N/A 4cyl is exactly what a lot of people have been waiting for. Many love the look and driving feel but were put off by the premium-only trubo 4. They felt that engine made it too much of a "sports car" and pricey. With this engine, those ppl (including my Dad) will jump onboard. Most RAV4s and CR-Vs sell with N/A 4cyl engines too.
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hhsohn 12:21PM (3/05/2009)
For 2009, CX-7's engine tuning was changed to run on regular gas. It's only premium recommended now.
Frylock350 2:07PM (3/05/2009)
All CR-V's sell with 4-bangers, that's all you can get :)
Rick 12:03PM (3/05/2009)
Looks the same. So all the update is the smiling grill and awkwardly unsettling front wheel fender swoop?
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Patrick 12:25PM (3/05/2009)
Mazda's permagrin grilles are ugly and stupid. Not liking the direction of their styling.
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Axis 12:33PM (3/05/2009)
Cmon Patrick you gotta turn that frown upside down.
Redwood 12:31PM (3/05/2009)
I love this refresh! Just what it needed. It was already starting to look dated and this makes it look great.
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