MPG AtlasMazda CX-7 MPG
EPA fuel economy for 15 Mazda CX-7 trims sold from 2007 to 2012. Best ever: 23 MPG (2011 CX-7 2WD). Latest model year 2012: 19 to 22 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Mazda CX-7 fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2012 Mazda CX-7 to fuel is the CX-7 2WD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (22 MPG) at $2,840 a year. The CX-7 4WD, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) costs $4,070, so the thriftier trim saves $1,230 a year and $6,150 over five years.
| 2012 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-7 2WD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | Regular | 22 | $2,840 | cheapest |
| CX-7 2WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Premium | 20 | $3,870 | +$1,030 |
| CX-7 4WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | +$1,240 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Mazda CX-7 MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 22 | 20 | 27 | CX-7 2WD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Auto (S5) | 3 |
| 2011 | 23 | 20 | 27 | CX-7 2WD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Auto (S5) | 3 |
| 2010 | 23 | 20 | 28 | CX-7 2WD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Auto (S5) | 3 |
| 2009 | 20 | 17 | 23 | CX-7 2WD, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Auto (S6) | 2 |
| 2008 | 19 | 17 | 23 | CX-7 2WD, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Auto (S6) | 2 |
| 2007 | 19 | 17 | 22 | CX-7 2WD, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Auto (S6) | 2 |
Every Mazda CX-7 trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | CX-7 2WD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 2012 | CX-7 2WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,870 |
| 2012 | CX-7 4WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD | Premium | 17 | 21 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2011 | CX-7 2WD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 2011 | CX-7 2WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,870 |
| 2011 | CX-7 4WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD | Premium | 17 | 21 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2010 | CX-7 2WD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 2010 | CX-7 2WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Premium | 18 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $3,690 |
| 2010 | CX-7 4WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2009 | CX-7 2WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Premium | 17 | 23 | 20 | 444 | $3,870 |
| 2009 | CX-7 4WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2008 | CX-7 2WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2008 | CX-7 4WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2007 | CX-7 2WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2007 | CX-7 4WD | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2012 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV | 76 | 78 | 74 |
| 2012 BYD e6 | 62 | 60 | 64 |
| 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD | 32 | 34 | 30 |
| 2012 Lexus RX 450h | 29 | 31 | 28 |
| 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2WD | 27 | 25 | 30 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox FWD | 26 | 22 | 31 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Mazda CX-7?
The most efficient Mazda CX-7 the EPA has rated is the 2011 CX-7 2WD at 23 MPG combined (20 city, 27 highway).
What MPG does the 2012 Mazda CX-7 get?
2012 Mazda CX-7 trims range from 19 to 22 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Mazda CX-7 has the worst fuel economy?
The 2009 CX-7 4WD is the lowest rated at 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Mazda CX-7 for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2012 Mazda CX-7 to fuel is the CX-7 2WD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (22 MPG) at $2,840 a year. The CX-7 4WD, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) costs $4,070, so the thriftier trim saves $1,230 a year and $6,150 over five years.
More from Mazda: every Mazda model. Fuel types on this model: Premium, Regular. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.