Auto loans: 2012 Mazda CX-7
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.5 to 12.5 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.5 to 12.5 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Mazda CX-7 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Mazda CX-7 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.9 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.8 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.5 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km | 12.5 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 276 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.28 | $20.47 | $21.88 |
2012 Mazda CX-7: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 24 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$4,100 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,256 | $4,094 | $4,376 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Mazda CX-7
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 39 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (14), air bags (12) and exterior lighting (7). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V782000 | 2019-10-31 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring... |
| 18V717000 | 2018-10-12 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S.... |
| 17V457000 | 2017-07-18 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2012 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the... |
| 16V593000 | 2016-08-11 | suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7 vehicles manufactured February 14, 2006, to May 9, 2012. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the front suspension ball joint fittings. If the water is contaminated with salt, such as from driving on snowy roads that... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Mazda CX-7: before you buy
No 2012 Mazda CX-7 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is what to know about the 2012 Mazda CX-7 before buying one.
Before you sign for the CX-7
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
The figures, translated
The 2.5L 4-cylinder, paired with a 5-speed automatic, drives it. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The EPA rates it at 10.5 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 32 litres. Every 100 km costs about $16.28 in fuel at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Practical details
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
A longer test drive
Rent the CX-7 first, and buy only if it fits your life. Drive the CX-7 on your commute before you commit to it. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Picking a year and a trim
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.28 in fuel. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Ready to ask?
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Mazda CX-7 from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Mazda CX-7
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Mazda CX-7 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Mazda CX-7
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Mazda CX-7?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Mazda CX-7 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Mazda CX-7 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Mazda CX-7 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3256.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.