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2012 Mazda CX-7 MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Mazda CX-7 is a SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2011 model. Among 94 SUVs rated for 2012, it ranks 28th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 20 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #28 of 94 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Mazda CX-7's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2711.58.7
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2012 SUVs

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  1. 1Toyota RAV4 EV76 MPGe $1,188
  2. 2Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3BYD e662 MPGe $1,458
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Mitsubishi Outlander27 MPG $1,722
  6. 28Mazda CX-722 MPG $2,114
  7. 94Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2012 CX-7Other SUVsClass median: $2,447/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

CX-7 MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed automatic
CX-7 2WD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
CX-7 2WD		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
CX-7 4WD		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. rivals

vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Highlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Journey 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Explorer 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Explorer saves $92/yr vs Subaru Forester 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Forester saves $92/yr vs Hyundai Santa Fe 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Santa Fe saves $92/yr vs GMC Yukon Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr CX-7 saves $101/yr vs Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr CX-7 saves $101/yr vs Toyota Tacoma 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Mazda CX-7?

Up to 22 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Mazda CX-7 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Mazda CX-7?

The 2012 Mazda CX-7's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Mazda CX-7 per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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