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![rv1103](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Hi there,
Had Mazda released a diesel version of CX-7 anytime, just wondering if there was one apart from the petrol ones they had. I read 2012 was the last year of production for CX-7, unsure if its correct.
Was the 2012 version any better in terms of fuel economics compared to its earlier year models? how much is the expected economy for a petrol & diesel versions?
In my quest for an SUV, CX-7 is the one that looks good, is not too heavy on purse as a buy and read that it drives well apart also. I had a BMW X1 looked at the other day & the seating position doesn't seem quite as high for an SUV, comparatively less than CX-7 i guess.
Is there anything , apart from fuel economy, that CX-7 should be avoided for, in terms of seating space, boot capacity, driving dynamics.
Appreciate your reply.
![ABayliss](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Unfortunately Mazda never did a CX-7 diesel, which is a shame as the petrol ones are known to be thirsty.
![rv1103](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Thanks for the reply.
Sorry for re-posting, appreciate if you can give your views on second portion of my query please "Is there anything , apart from fuel economy, that CX-7 should be avoided for, in terms of seating space, boot capacity, driving dynamics. "
![ABayliss](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
No, there's no issue with the CX-7 apart from it being thirsty. Having said that, in answer to your question about driving dynamics, the 2WD CX-7 suffers from torque steer and feels a little unstable when pushed hard, so while fuel economy may be marginally better on the 2WD, the AWD is the better driving vehicle.
![rv1103](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Thanks, is FWD same as AWD?
The 2WD states less fuel use with about 10l/100KM and the 4WD states about 12l/100KM.
![ABayliss](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
No, FWD (Front Wheel Drive) is 2WD. AWD (All Wheel Drive) is 4WD.
![rv1103](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Thanks much.
Quick one, Which will depreciate faster among the below two in next 03 years time:-
- 2011 Mazda CX-7 2.5 ; 51000KM
- 2011 BMW X1 Xdrive 2.0d ; 47000KM
& which should be preferred/better in Mazda CX-7 - tiptronic transmission or Auto transmission?
![ABayliss](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Sorry, but the future's hard to see! Personally, I'd say a 2.0d X1 would be the better car to own, drive and re-fuel, but whether or not it's big enough and will suit your needs, only you can decide.