2010 Mazda CX7

[parakitoJDM]

ano kaya problema bakit di pa dalhin 'to ng Mazda sa ASEAN?
bakit puro Japan/US/EU lang nila dinadala 'to?
gaano kaya kahirap lagyan 'to ng 3rd. bench to make it a seven seater (kahit for kids under 5'7" size lang) then A/C....

kahit di na yung 2.3li Turbo DISI....yung 185hp turbo diesel with 6A/T pu-puede na. (pero mukhang dine-tune sa CX7 application to just 173ps) haha.
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Mazda CX-7
http://www.netcarshow.com/mazda/2010-cx-7/



The facelift version of Mazda's popular sports crossover SUV, the Mazda CX-7, features the premiere of its first diesel variant. After a successful launch in North America in 2006, sales were expanded to include Japan and Europe in 2007. Two years later, total sales have surpassed 165,000 units (as of December 2008) and the Mazda CX-7 has won more than 10 global automobile awards.

In developing the facelift CX-7, Mazda focused on delivering a car that is even more representative of the Mazda brand. It has an enhanced balance of styling, dynamics and affordability for even more global appeal, and stays true to Mazda's 'Sustainable Zoom-Zoom' plan, which aims to harmonize driving pleasure with environmental and safety features.

To address strong demand in Europe for a clean-running diesel with high fuel-efficiency, the Mazda CX-7 SUV facelift has a next-generation MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbo diesel including a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system designed exclusively for the European market. It delivers a generous 400 Nm of torque to the road using Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system and joins the already well-known, high performance 2.3 litre DISI Turbo petrol engine in the line-up. And for the first time ever, Mazda's sports crossover SUV gets a Rear Vehicle Monitoring (RVM) system and an Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) for even more active safety.
"I believe the new Mazda CX-7 is ideally positioned to compete around the world as a sustainable crossover SUV that's a joy to own and to drive," says Programme Manager Masashi Otsuka. "It moves away from the North American development and marketing focus of the current CX-7 and creates a true global model. Consequently, it was vital to adopt better powertrain technologies - for example a diesel engine - and raise interior and exterior quality in ways that reflect the tastes of customers around the world, thereby giving the facelifted Mazda CX-7 a competitive position in diverse markets."

Design - Refined for a Clearer Premium Identity

The exterior design of the facelift is based on the athletic styling of the original Mazda CX-7, pushing further the sports crossover SUV design, while incorporating enhancements that more clearly communicate a premium identity and give it a more refined character. The Mazda CX-7 facelift's new front end, detailing and high build quality on the outside take the original model's advanced and emotional styling to the next level, while new materials and forms on the inside give the cabin a more premium look and feel.
Exterior Design

The new lower front grille of the CX-7 facelift has a larger five-point design that more clearly communicates the Mazda brand, and harmonizes it with the latest models in the line-up. The grille is framed by a stylish silver look, detailing that expresses a premium identity. It also provides a larger opening area that contributes to superior cooling performance, which is of particular value to the newly-introduce 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine. Other enhancements to the fascia include a new design for the front fog lamp bezels, which creates a strong visual flow and lends a sense of fine craftsmanship.


Dashboard and centre panel updates

The vehicle's unique double-roof instrument panel is modified as well. The upper roof is no longer straight but has a gently undulating shape. This was adopted so designers could install the new Multi Information Display (MID) positioned in the centre and to the right of the driver for easy reading. Piano black or metallic edges are added to the centre panel to convey a sense of refinement.



Powertrains - New Clean-Running 2.2-litre Turbo Diesel

In response to growing environmental concerns and increasingly stringent emission regulations in Europe, the CX-7 facelift engine line-up delivers a newly evolved combination of sporty, refined driving performance, with superb fuel efficiency and environmental performance. For the first time, a new, powerful and low-emission 2.2-litre common-rail diesel engine, developed especially for Europe joins the 2.3-litre DISI turbo petrol.

New MZR-CD 2.2 diesel - high torque with 7.5 litre/100 km (combined) fuel consumption

The next-generation MZR-CD 2.2-litre inline four-cylinder DOHC 16-valve turbo diesel joins the line-up of the facelifted Mazda CX-7. It delivers generous maximum torque of 400 Nm at a low 2,000 rpm and maximum output of 127 kW/173 PS at 3,500 rpm.

The engine's 2.2-litre displacement, combined with turbocharger and common-rail direct injection with a high injection pressure of 200 MPa, realizes high power and torque with low emissions. Newly optimized intercooler efficiency further promotes strong and linear performance.

Cost-saving 2.2 litre DOHC turbocharged common-rail diesel

To keep customers costs low when driving, the DOHC-valve system is chain driven which allows a maintenance-free operation.

Balancer shaft and lower block for less engine noise

A front-chain-drive cassette-type balancer significantly reduces NVH. Employing this balancer improves booming noise, and produces a linear relationship between the accelerator pedal position and the engine sound, contributing to the fun-to-drive feeling.

Advanced diesel particulate filter from Mazda

Together with the 2.2 litre DOHC turbocharged common-rail diesel, a newly-developed diesel particulate filter made of a ceramic material with high thermal resistance - including Mazda's independently developed catalyst - is introduced. In addition to oxygen in the exhaust gases, this catalyst uses oxygen stored in the base material, to improve the combustion of soot emissions. This optimises the time needed for the generation of the filter (shortened by 1/3) and realises excellent emissions, without sacrificing performance for driving fun.

With the new turbo diesel under the bonnet, the Mazda CX-7 facelift sprints from 0-100 km/h in 11.3 seconds with a top speed of 200 km/h. And new to the CX-7 line-up with the MZR-CD 2.2-litre diesel is a selective catalyst reduction (SCR) system, the first ever on a Mazda vehicle that converts NOx into harmless nitrogen and water using a urea additive.


Chassis - Enhanced Handling and Ride Quality

Mazda pioneered the sports crossover SUV sub-segment when it launched the original Mazda CX-7 as a practical but sporty utility vehicle. The facelift model enhances this aspect with a significant increase in body rigidity and suspension updates. Coupled to Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, this delivers even better handling stability and ride comfort for an even more premium driving experience befitting Mazda's flagship SUV.

Body shell - a 5 percent increase in torsional rigidity

Mazda engineers added body reinforcements to the Mazda CX-7 facelift for a five percent increase in torsional stiffness, which translates into even better handling stability and a higher-quality ride. To minimize the weight increase that resulted from the addition of some of these reinforcements, Mazda used weld bonds, which are relatively light joints where spot welds are supplemented by adhesive between the welded parts. And the increased body rigidity further enhances quietness by softening the tone of road noise before it reaches the cabin.

Suspension - excellent straight-ahead stability and ride comfort

Tuned to suit the power characteristics of each engine, the suspension system of the Mazda CX-7 facelift employs MacPherson struts in the front and a multi-link suspension system in the rear. New dampers are introduced with larger oil-flow openings to achieve smoother suspension strokes and improve stability and ride comfort. At the same time, the increased body rigidity helps enable supple suspension movement and greater firmness.

Mazda's Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system - superior traction

Like the original model, the European version of the Mazda CX-7 facelift comes standard with Mazda's Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system that helps prevent wheel spin on slippery surfaces and delivers excellent traction on dry surfaces. The vehicle's system control module distributes torque between the front and rear axles using an electronically-controlled active-torque coupling mounted in front of the rear differential. The system automatically distributes power between the axles (100/0 percent to 50/50 percent front/rear) for just the right amount of torque in every driving situation.

Steering system - Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering standard for 2.2-litre diesel

Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering (EHPAS) in vehicles with the MZR-CD 2.2 engine ensures a precise, positive steering feel by employing hydraulic pressure provided by a pump that is driven by an electric motor. Precise control over the degree of steering assistance in accordance with the speed of the vehicle, and the speed at which the steering wheel is turned, helps to minimize unnecessary fuel consumption, making the 2.2-litre turbo diesel even more frugal. Vehicles with the MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo engine are equipped with hydraulic power assisted steering that is also tuned to deliver optimal steering assist depending on vehicle speed.

[lamborghinione]

Kung mag a-upgrade ako ng vehicle from compact sedan to compact SUV, no. 1 choice ko CX-7. Masyado kasi mahal CX-9 para pangarapin ko. Pero ang tanong mukhang hindi yata talaga balak introduce ng Mazda Phils. ang CX-7 dito.

IMHO, lahat ng new features ng 2010 CX-7 approve sa akin except for the BIG grin na naman sa front bumper. Hay naku, ang yabang ng designer ng Mazda parang gustong lagyan ng BIG grin lahat ng mazda vehicles, baka yung 2010 Mazda 2 naka BIG grin na rin. hahaha

Anyway, assuming Mazda product planner ako, mag-iisip ako kung pwede kayang pantapat yung CX-7 sa Montero Sport at Fortuner?
IMHO, eto yung requirements for local CX-7 para maging feasible marketability nito.

1. 185hp turbo diesel engine
2. Price Range: 1.3 to 1.6 M PHP
3. Seven Seater
4. Exterior looks ng 2009 Cx-7, interior ng 2010 model
5. New safety features ng 2010 CX-7(ESS at Blind spot, etc.)
6. A/C sa 3rd seats

Buti pa Indonesia at Singapore, may CX-7.

[tidus1203]

Yeah quite curious why there is a CX-9 but no CX-7 here. They should just throw away the Tribute and replace it with a nice looking CUV like the CX-7...

[niky]

Yeah quite curious why there is a CX-9 but no CX-7 here. They should just throw away the Tribute and replace it with a nice looking CUV like the CX-7...

The CX-7 is nice, but a CBU will likely cost nearly 2m pesos... or more... and wouldn't be too competitive. Like the CX-9, it'd sell, but likely nowhere near as well as the much cheaper Tribute.

[redorange]

Kung mag a-upgrade ako ng vehicle from compact sedan to compact SUV, no. 1 choice ko CX-7. Masyado kasi mahal CX-9 para pangarapin ko. Pero ang tanong mukhang hindi yata talaga balak introduce ng Mazda Phils. ang CX-7 dito.

IMHO, lahat ng new features ng 2010 CX-7 approve sa akin except for the BIG grin na naman sa front bumper. Hay naku, ang yabang ng designer ng Mazda parang gustong lagyan ng BIG grin lahat ng mazda vehicles, baka yung 2010 Mazda 2 naka BIG grin na rin. hahaha

Anyway, assuming Mazda product planner ako, mag-iisip ako kung pwede kayang pantapat yung CX-7 sa Montero Sport at Fortuner?
IMHO, eto yung requirements for local CX-7 para maging feasible marketability nito.

1. 185hp turbo diesel engine
2. Price Range: 1.3 to 1.6 M PHP
3. Seven Seater
4. Exterior looks ng 2009 Cx-7, interior ng 2010 model
5. New safety features ng 2010 CX-7(ESS at Blind spot, etc.)
6. A/C sa 3rd seats

Buti pa Indonesia at Singapore, may CX-7.

1. Your requirement of a third row seat would encroach on the CX-9 market.
2. Mazda made the CX-7 to compete with the Murano and other 5 seat crossovers.
3. Adding a third row also removes what ever space there is to carry anything in the back, it's not a big crossover inside.
4. The RP market doesn't sell enough models to warrant a significant change to a design primarily made to be sold in countries where it would be 5 seat crossover.
5. The world economy being what it is Mazda will make designs to fit a larger market and if it fits in with the smaller ones then they can sell it there, if not it isn't cost effective to change the design.

[sherwintommy]

i am planning to upgrade my tribute to another suv next year...pero nga i was hoping mazda would bring in the cx-7 ,,,,wala na nga silang tribute sa showroom eh....hoping they would reconsider it...this will be a good replacement for the tribute...

[tidus1203]

The CX-7 is nice, but a CBU will likely cost nearly 2m pesos... or more... and wouldn't be too competitive. Like the CX-9, it'd sell, but likely nowhere near as well as the much cheaper Tribute.

San ba made ang Tribute and CX-7 respectively?

[lamborghinione]

*redorange
I think your points are true in the Philippine market. I wonder why Singapore a small market also has CX-7?

*sherwintommy
Kagagaling ko lang kanina sa Mazda QA, may display unit pa sila ng Tribute, sabi ng mga SAs may bagong Tribute model
daw lalabas.

*tidus1203
Sabi din ng SA from QA, locally assembled lang Tribute sa FORD plant laguna, CX-7 not sure, baka CBU Japan I guess

[Burai]

ang sabi sakin DATI ng ibang SAgents at ng SAdvisors sa alabang, magkakaconflict daw yun sa market ng tribute pero personally daw pabor naman silang palitan na tribute dahil sa weak sales nito (unit w/out fg lamps pa (dahil sa cost cutting))

ang tribute ba compact suv o midsize? kasi alam ko midsize ang cx7 eh so hindi naman siguro conflict nga yun.

pero madalas lang na sinasabi nila was meron na sila for 5 seater suv na market..
i dont know ha pero parang nagiging maingat sa pera ang mga yun dahil na rin sa crisis i think to make them safe
sayang this really look promising pa naman
kung ako sa kanila, tatanggalin ko na sa lineup tribute dahil onti na lang naghahanap ng truck-based suv ngayon

*sherwin tommy
meron pa tribute, it's just that may times lang talaga na paiba iba sila ng mga pwesto ng units nila sa loob so paminsan naipupunta malapit sa service area yung ibang cars temporarily

[Burai]

hmm.. kung cbu nga kalalabasan niyan edi.. pwede nga kasing umabot ng 2m+ pricing niyan gaya ng sabi ni sir niky
just like yung suzuki sx4, mura lang dapat yan pero since cbu naging 800k+!
what if pa pag sa cx7 + diesel, nako po
ang kalalabasan niyan kung may balak pa silang irelease yan dito eh babawasan laman ng cx7 para lumapit sa price ng tribute.. w/c is pag nangyari eh medyo hindi na magiging competitive sa ibang cars sa price range niya. ...santa fe crdi for example