Thanks to its strong and stiff body shell with optimised local and overall rigidity, precise steering due to the hydraulic rack and pinion power assisted system that only takes 2.9 turns lock to lock, the handling stability and suspension control is very apparent which was just as well in combating the roads we had to negotiate.
But in case looking at this amazing scenery we were privy to, our eyes wondered off for too long, the new Mazda CX-7’s comes with a pretty impressive list of safety features again, as standard such as ABS, EBD, Emergency Brake Assist, DSC and TCS for starters. The CX-7’s rigid bodyshell is based on Mazda’s ‘Triple-H’ bodyshell design and delivers high levels of crash safety. On the inside there is a front seat/head restraint design that helps protect the neck and chest in case of rear impact, six airbags, front seat belts with pretensioners and load-limiters, a collapsible brake pedal to reduce the chance of leg injury in a frontal impact, plus ISOFIX child safety seat mountings. Helping the driver is Xenon lights with an auto light and rain sensor wipers. The CX-7 has already gained five stars in the American equalivant of the Euro NCAP ratings but has yet to be tested here. Securing the CX-7 is a Thatcham Category 1 alarm and immobiliser thus falls into insurance group 15E.
Well, I have to admit; I am all zoomed out by the CX-7. The Mazda designers should be really proud of their latest creation and customers will be flocking to the showrooms now to see for themselves this stunning new crossover. With ‘don’t mess with me’ exterior looks, a sumptuous spacious and comfortable interior decked out with an impressive list of toys, an engine that will bring out the Louis Hamilton in you last seen since Damon Hill was the local hero, and safety equipment giving peace of mind, this CX-7 has a recipe for instant success. Yet the ace up its sleeve is the price tag, which I will now reveal. £23,960. Unbeatable value for money with no corners cut.
I want one and want one Now.
FemaleFirst - Jackie Violet