Mazda CX-7 2.2 D arrives in the UK in November. Press release below.
New Mazda CX-7 ‘Sports Crossover’ on sale 1 November
* New Mazda CX-7 ‘Sports Crossover’ on sale 1 November priced at £25,785 (OTR)
* New turbocharged 2.2-litre diesel generates 173ps and 400Nm of torque
* Active Torque 4-wheel drive system and Zoom-Zoom sportscar handling
* Available in one highly equipped model – the Mazda CX-7 Sport Tech Diesel
“In the best Mazda tradition, our new Mazda CX-7 enables us to offer a distinctive Sports Crossover that is different from the huge line-up of SUV-type vehicles currently available. With its sporty appearance, new CX-7 is more heavily orientated towards a sportscar in its styling and driving dynamics, while offering an SUV-style commanding driving position and a strong road presence that portrays Mazda’s ‘dare to be different’ brand identity,” comments Mazda UK’s Sales & Marketing Director Mark Cameron.
“The Mazda CX-7’s new turbo diesel engine generates maximum torque of 400Nm from only 2000rpm, with smooth power delivery and real punch from just 1,600rpm, for strong linear acceleration. Together with a five percent stiffer bodyshell, re-tuned suspension, revised gear ratios and lower cabin noise, new CX-7 is a remarkably refined and sporty driving experience,” adds Cameron.
The new Mazda CX-7 is being marketed in the UK as a single, highly specified model, priced at £25,785 (on the road), in a choice of five colours.
Inside, the new CX-7 has generous space for five occupants to travel in comfort, while the sports utility-style rear seat functionality and generous boot space (455 litres with the rear seats upright), makes this Mazda an ideal vehicle for multi-activity lifestyles.
The split rear seats can be folded 60/40 using Mazda’s unique Karakuri system with a one?touch rear seat back release located in the boot trim side panel. With the back seats folded, load space becomes 774 litres.
“I am convinced that there is still plenty of life in the UK’s SUV segment and with the Mazda CX-7 delivering sporty handling and a rewarding driving experience the new model sets us apart from our rivals.
“The new Mazda CX-7 is not a huge vehicle designed for the country that will be brought into town – it is a Sports Crossover with plenty of attitude, plenty of versatile ability and great dynamics that out-perform the class. It is the ultimate expression of ‘Zoom-Zoom’ driving excitement in a sophisticated 4-wheel drive sports crossover vehicle,” concludes Cameron.
New adaptations for the UK Market
Manufactured in Japan, the original CX-7 was hugely popular in the USA. For the European and UK markets the car incorporated several significant changes to meet the specific demands and tastes of local consumers.
The biggest changes were to the power and drive trains. The 244ps engine marketed in the USA was replaced by the highly efficient 260ps turbocharged four-cylinder petrol powerunit also featured in the Mazda3 MPS super-hatch model. The CX-7’s fully-independent suspension set-up was also retuned for European roads to deliver handling agility that was unmatched in this class.
Now, for new Mazda CX-7, the focus switches to providing a diesel engine model suitable to the changing needs of the European market in this growing SUV segment. Every new CX-7 sold in the UK features a 173ps, 2.2-litre turbocharged four-cylinder MZR-CD diesel engine producing up to 400Nm of torque from just 2000rpm, a six-speed manual transmission with an ‘overdrive’ top gear (0.711:1), and Mazda’s unique Active Torque 4-wheel drive system, which distributes up to 50 percent of engine torque to the rear wheels to maintain traction.
This new Mazda combines sensationally spirited performance, thanks to excellent levels of torque, to deliver strong acceleration and a responsive drive, combined with genuine everyday practicality and remarkable refinement. Meanwhile, combined fuel economy returns 37.7mpg while CO2 emissions are 199g/km.
Generous Equipment, Spacious and Versatile Interior
New Mazda CX-7 has a more dynamic ‘face’ with a larger five-point grille and chrome detailing, a chrome garnish along the bottom of the doors, a larger rear spoiler, new design larger 19-inch alloy wheels and Xenon headlights.
Inside the CX-7 Sport Tech, there are numerous standard premium features including: leather seats, climate control air-conditioning, cruise control, electric front and rear windows, electric driver’s and front passenger’s heated seats, a bespoke BOSE® premium surround sound audio system with 6-CD autochanger and nine speakers, plus integrated satellite navigation and Bluetooth® technology (that enables wireless operation of both mobile phones and playing MP3 devices through the car’s audio system).
Upgraded safety technologies
Naturally, safety is of paramount concern when Mazda designs and engineers its cars and new CX-7 introduces several new items of ‘active’ safety equipment to help drivers cope with the everyday hazards of motoring.
A new Emergency Stop Signalling (ESS) system automatically activates the hazard warning lights whenever the driver brakes abruptly and heavily.
Additional safety is provided by the new Rear Vehicle Monitoring system (RVM), previously available only on Mazda6 and new Mazda 3 MPS. This aid to safe lane-changing uses wide-angle radar units to monitor traffic behind the CX-7 and warns the driver of an approaching vehicle before he/she has a chance to move across into a busy lane by mistake. The system, which is effective in all weathers, also detects vehicles driving in the ‘blind spot’ area and does not monitor or detect cars following behind in the same lane.
Exploiting the computerised electronics of the four-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) system, CX-7 also offers a Traction Control System (TCS), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA).
Like the majority of Mazda models, the CX-7 is equipped with front, side and curtain airbags, front seatbelt pre-tensioners and load-limiters.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
New Mazda CX-7
Safety & Security
All-disc braking system with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Emergency Stop Signalling (ESS)
DSC (Dynamic Stability Control)
TCS (Traction Control System)
Rear Vehicle Monitoring (RVM) lane-change assist
Tyre pressure warning system
Driver & passenger front airbags
Front side & curtain airbags
Emergency Stop Signalling (ESS)
Front seatbelt pre-tensioners with load-limiters
Thatcham Category 1 anti-theft alarm and engine immobiliser
Exterior
19 x 7.5-inch, 5 x 2-spoke alloy wheels with 235/55 R19 tyres
Body-coloured bumpers
Body-colour roof spoiler
Chrome finish door handles
Xenon headlights
Front fog lamps
Tinted windscreen and tinted glass
Privacy glass in rear & rear side windows
Electric heated folding door mirrors
Metallic paint (option)
Comfort & Convenience
Remote central locking with dead locks
Electric front and rear windows, with one-touch auto down (driver’s side only)
Climate control air-conditioning
Cruise control
Auto-dimming rear view mirror
Remote release fuel filler flap
Remote boot release
Rain-sensitive automatic front wipers
Dusk-sensing automatic headlights
Rear view parking camera
Interior
Height & reach-adjustable leather steering wheel with audio and cruise controls
Leather gear knob and handbrake lever
Four-way power adjustable driver and front passenger seat
Lumbar adjustable driver’s seat
Driver’s seat memory
Heated front seats
Premium leather trim
60/40 split folind rear seat with Karakuri fold-flay system
Front centre console with armrest, storage and cup holders
Rear central armrest with 2 cupholders
Twin sun visors
Multi Information Display (MID)
Trip computer
Integrated satellite navigation system with 4.1-inch colour display
Combined Bluetooth® phone & MP3-player control system
AM/FM radio and 6-CD auto changer
Premium BOSE® audio system with 9 speakers
Auxiliary (AUX) input jack for connecting MP3 players
| Mazda CX-7 / Performance & Economy | |||||
Model | 0-62 (sec) | Top Speed (mph) | Combined (mpg) | Urban (mpg) | Extra Urban (mpg) |
CX-7 2.2 D | 11.3 | 124 | 37.7 | 31.0 | 42.8 |
| Mazda CX-7 / Price List – October 2009 | |||||
Model | Power (ps) | On the road Retail | Emissions CO2 (g/km) | Road Fund Licence Band | Insurance Group |
CX-7 2.2 D | 173 | £25,785 | 199 | J | 14E |
NB ‘On the road’ prices include 15% VAT, number plates, delivery, 12 months road fund licence, first registration fee, 3 year or 60,000 mile warranty and 3 years European Roadside Assistance. All models are available with free 7-day drive away insurance.
Factory-fitted Options
RRP
Metallic / Mica Paint
£450
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
New Mazda CX-7
Structure
Crossover Five-door hatchback, all-steel unitary body-chassis construction
Engine
Name 2.2 MZR-CD Turbo diesel
Type Four-cylinder, in-line, DOHC, 16-valve
Capacity 2.2-litres, 2184cc
Max power/torque 173ps (127kW) at 3500rpm / 400Nm at 2000rpm
Drivetrain Transversely-mounted engine, Active Torque Split four-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Automatic option (not available)
Suspension
Front Fully independent by MacPherson Strut
Rear Fully independent by Multi-link system
Steering
Type Electric-hydraulic assisted rack and pinion, 2.9 turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle 12.2 metres
Brakes
Front 320mm ventilated discs
Rear 302mm ventilated discs
Wheels & Tyres
Standard Alloy, 19.0 x 7.5 inch with 235/55 R19 tyres
Spare wheel Space-saver
Weights & Capacities
Kerb weight 1790kg
Maximum weight 2430kg
Fuel tank 69 litres
Fuel type Diesel
Luggage capacity 455 litres (rear seat upright)
774 litres (rear seat folded)
Performance
0 to 62 mph (sec) 11.3
Top speed (mph) 124
Fuel consumption & CO2 rating
Urban (mpg) 31.0
Extra urban (mpg) 42.8
Combined (mpg) 37.7
C02 (g/km) 199
Level Euro Stage 5
Warranty & Servicing
Duration 3 years / unlimited mileage
Servicing Every 9,500 miles or 12 months (whichever comes sooner)
DIMENSIONS
Exterior
Overall length 4700mm Overall width 1870mm*
Overall height 1645mm Wheelbase 2750mm
Front track 1615mm Rear track 1610mm
Ground clearance 207mm *excluding door mirrors
Interior
Headroom, front/rear 1009mm 998mm
Legroom, front/rear 1059mm 925mm
Shoulder room, front/rear 1472mm 1417mm
Mazda Cx7 says
In my opinion, 2.2 D isn’t that impressive. My favorite is the i Touring.