Used 2012 Mazda CX-7 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 CX-7, so we've included reviews for other years of the CX-7 since its last redesign.
Second and last Mazda purchase ever.
autobsessed, 04/27/2015
2012 Mazda CX-7 i Sport 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 5A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I purchased the CX-7 in early 2012 new. My first Mazda vehicle was a Mazda 3 Grand touring purchased new in 2008. My 3 had the exact same issues I am having with my CX-7 now. The Computer resets itself and often. Mazda can never identify the problem. Car kills batteries. They have no idea why? Headlight issues, Low beams burn out often. I buy new bulbs every two months on average in pairs because they go out within a week of each other. Short in both headlights as well. Mazda doesn't care. A/C issues; drains often got clogged leaking water causing puddles all the way to the rear seat. Failing A/C compressor mult. times. Sometimes works sometimes doesn't. Way too many problems.
It is not BMW but it is fun to have
tatoscars, 03/18/2013
2012 Mazda CX-7 i Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 5A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
First of all its by far one of the best good looking crossover SUV out there inside and outside. no other SUV has the sportiness front bumper and fernders as this model. the dash borad is ergonometry and very legant with the double decker and large speakers place on strategely all over the vehicle. It drives very smoothly and yes it does not have a lot power but it has enough to pass many cars and to take quick evasive action if need to. Of course it does not perform like a BMW or other type of high performace more powerful vehicles but it cost way a lot less than those. It is an excellet car for the money I paid and definately for the savings on the cost of maitenance.
Fantastic Ride
joebrock5, 01/25/2015
2011 Mazda CX-7 s Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This SUV is fun to drive! It drive more like a sports car and handles really well. There is plenty of power from the turbo charged engine. As for the comments about the A/C I have had zero problems. It blows ice cold air on the hottest of days in Arizona. With over 80K have had the car in the shop once for repairs due to a tire issue. Maintenance costs are relatively low, although I would recommend using synthetic oil. Highly reliable and looks great.
Best Car Purchase
bheft2012, 01/23/2013
2012 Mazda CX-7 s Touring 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
My husband and I just upgraded to an SUV and have been searching and shopping for over 6 months. I saw this car on the lot and it was so beautiful I had to test drive it, I didn't care about the price. I drove it and WOW, rides beautifully! The comfort of a luxury SUV for a reasonable price. I drive an hour and a half total to work everyday and I get great MPG! We bought it with 65k miles on it and we haven't noticed any big issues or little issues. It takes turns sharp and clean, accelerates amazing for having a 4 cylinder engine. I feel like I have a 6 cylinder engine for the mpg and price of a 4 cylinder. My family and friends love riding with me, they always choose my car for carpool!
Hate the MPG
Matthew, 09/08/2018
updated 09/10/2021
2011 Mazda CX-7 s Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
The black cherry color is beautiful day and night, it’s what got our attention. I'm 5'9 so I have to keep the seat all the way down and leaned back. Even with all that my head still almost hits the ceiling. The seats are pretty comfortable but not for long trips but the heated seats help. The back seats are very cramped and there is virtually no leg room. The headlights are terrible at night so we have to turn on the brights which just look normal. Since owning the car we had to buy a bigger battery, because the stock battery could not handle the equipped electronics, interior light bulbs, both headlights, new breaks, a few recalls - all done for free, engine air filter, and cabin air filter. The battery is something we’ve had the biggest issue with, there must be some electrical problem or something wrong. The MPG isn’t bad on the highway but in town, it doesn't even come close to what Mazda puts out. The AWD system is always on and doesn't have a button to turn it on, which contributes to the horrible MPG. This car may be a gas hog but it handles deep snow on country roads.
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