Rather than think of the Mazda CX-7 as an SUV, Mazda would rather you consider it to be the ultimate hatchback.The Mazda CX-7 has been around for a few years now and is proving to be a popular choice for those looking for something a little different. It’s been designed to drive like a hot hatch on stilts – this is a car for the family man who doesn’t want to give up any driving thrills. It’s much more of a sporting proposition than the bigger Mazda CX-9.
This is most evident from the drivers seat. Everything is angled towards the driver – with even the gear selector moving high up on the centre console to be within a short reach of the driver. The steering wheel and instrument cluster are lifted straight from Mazda’s RX-8 sportscar (unfortunately not offered in this part of the world).There’s just the one engine on offer – a 234bhp turbocharged 2.3-litre four-cylinder. It drives all four wheels through an extremely quick-to-react six-speed automatic gearbox, which has been tuned to hold onto the gears longer if it senses the driver is tackling a particularly complex stretch of road.
Seating is provided for five people and though headroom is a little compromised in the back due to the coupe-like raked roofline, it should prove to be big enough for most. The cabin is finished in high-quality materials with deeply sculptured seats for all those lucky enough to be on board.
All variants get six-airbags, ABS and traction control.
Specifications
Price: AED 95,000 – AED 125,000
Engine
2.3-litre inline-4 turbocharged
Max power: 234bhp
Max torque: 350Nm
Transmission
6-speed automatic
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