CX-7 Spied: Autoweek
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From: Gander, Newfoundland, Canada
Originally Posted by wankleman
how can yall be exciting about this thing, i mean..its ugly.
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The front fenders don't look like they've changed much to me.
The overal front end... probably VERY close. Look at pics of the new JDM MPV.
There's no reason not to offer a manual on the top model. They have the trans from the MS6 and MS3. Do they even have an auto for those two cars? Which leads me to wonder if they'll put an auto on the lower V6 model and offer a stick on the top t/c I-4 model with sportier suspension and large wheels.
The overal front end... probably VERY close. Look at pics of the new JDM MPV.
There's no reason not to offer a manual on the top model. They have the trans from the MS6 and MS3. Do they even have an auto for those two cars? Which leads me to wonder if they'll put an auto on the lower V6 model and offer a stick on the top t/c I-4 model with sportier suspension and large wheels.
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I want to buy one. However I will wait until I actual see one at the dealship before making my final decision. Yell I might even wait until the second year. I'm not into repeating the wait I had to undertake for my RX8 nor I'm I into the recall BS I have had to deal with.
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Originally Posted by Japan8
Do they even have an auto for those two cars? Which leads me to wonder if they'll put an auto on the lower V6 model and offer a stick on the top t/c I-4 model with sportier suspension and large wheels.
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C'mon Japan8, spill ya guts. Whad'ya know about a V6??? 
I've seen official Mazda memo's announcing the turbo, and nothing in there has hinted anything about V6's. Has there been V6 news in Japan?
I've seen official Mazda memo's announcing the turbo, and nothing in there has hinted anything about V6's. Has there been V6 news in Japan?
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No no word on a V6 anywhere actually. However... I don't believe that there is an auto transmission for this Turbo DI MZR engine. Much of the competition uses a V6. I don't think that they'd offer it with only that engine and a NA 2.3L I-4 isn't going to have enough grunt to move this vehicle....
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My MT mag that came in has more information...or, actually just maybe slightly more information and it seems it will have a Turbo I4 but making 200HP so maybe they can find an auto for it that way????
I'll go read again and let you all know what MT said about it.
I'll go read again and let you all know what MT said about it.
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Originally Posted by Japan8
No no word on a V6 anywhere actually. However... I don't believe that there is an auto transmission for this Turbo DI MZR engine. Much of the competition uses a V6. I don't think that they'd offer it with only that engine and a NA 2.3L I-4 isn't going to have enough grunt to move this vehicle....
The CX-7 is an exciting new combination of sports car personality, SUV utility, and distinctive Mazda flair. The CX-7 is a Mazda exclusive, built in Hiroshima, Japan, utilizing a Mazda-developed platform and engine. The platform takes engineering from both the Mazda6 and Mazda3. The engine is a 2.3 litre DISI (Direct Injection Spark Ignition) Turbo...........
The CX-7 is a fresh approach to the SUV market that customers have not seen before. It offers a combination of:
Performance - near sports car handling, braking, and acceleration.
Design – sophisticated sports car styling and craftsmanship inside and out.
Mazda’s Soul of a Sports Car – our unique brand DNA that means a one-of-a-kind vehicle and driving experience.
We’re confident the CX-7 will be a hit in the market. Please look for more information on the CX-7 as we approach the launch of the vehicle.
The CX-7 is a fresh approach to the SUV market that customers have not seen before. It offers a combination of:
Performance - near sports car handling, braking, and acceleration.
Design – sophisticated sports car styling and craftsmanship inside and out.
Mazda’s Soul of a Sports Car – our unique brand DNA that means a one-of-a-kind vehicle and driving experience.
We’re confident the CX-7 will be a hit in the market. Please look for more information on the CX-7 as we approach the launch of the vehicle.
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Question answered.....
The new MPV has this engine....and it will come with an auto.
http://www.mpv.mazda.co.jp/pre/
The new MPV has this engine....and it will come with an auto.
http://www.mpv.mazda.co.jp/pre/
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Mazda Australia confirmed that the CX-7 will be available down under in 2007 after the US release.
They say the 7 will be marketed (pitched) above the Tribute, so I gather it will cost more, and what about the Tribute, looking somewhat old now, but, it does have a V6 option though.
They say the 7 will be marketed (pitched) above the Tribute, so I gather it will cost more, and what about the Tribute, looking somewhat old now, but, it does have a V6 option though.
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I cant get that excited about the CX-7, its just another sloth SUV/4WD combo that's a glorified pick-up with a rear cabin.
Great for all those overweight people who cant fit in a "normal" vehicle.
I am sick to death of all these tarted trucks on our roads, performance and sophistication they are not.
At least the Japs get the best out of these type of transport units.
There's already too much variety available in the market now, I think Mazda are making an error with this one...hope I am wrong for the products sake.
Great for all those overweight people who cant fit in a "normal" vehicle.
I am sick to death of all these tarted trucks on our roads, performance and sophistication they are not.
At least the Japs get the best out of these type of transport units.
There's already too much variety available in the market now, I think Mazda are making an error with this one...hope I am wrong for the products sake.
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