Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 260 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda CX-7 2009 - 2012 version and torque 380 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and WarnerHitachi K04 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
Although the engine has a chain, its capacity is quite limited. The engine also requires high ...
This Mazda CX-7 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 211 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.4 litres per 100km (9.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 69 litres or 18.23 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 11.6 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda CX-7 fuel consumption.
Mazda CX-7 safety
During safety testing Mazda CX-7 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda CX-7 is evaluated with good rate 76 from 100, children safety: good mark - 79 from 100, for pedestrian protection Mazda CX-7 got 43 points from 100.
Mazda CX-7 safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.
Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp technical data
| Model: | Mazda CX-7 2.3 260 Hp | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2009. January ... 2012. January | ||
| Engine: | 2261 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 243 g/km |
| Power: | 260 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 380 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Maximum speed: | 211 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.4 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 8.4 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.6 l/100km (20.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 69 litres (18.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.70m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.65m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 774 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp engine L3-VDT
Engine reliability and common problems:
Although the engine has a chain, its capacity is quite limited. The engine also requires high quality fuel and tends to use more oil at higher mileages.Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
| Engine displacement | 2261 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 94 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
| Power | 235 - 275 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 - 380 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2005 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
| Engine also used on | Mazda 3 |
All Mazda CX-7 crossover [2009 - 2012] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Mazda CX-7 2009 2.2 TD | 2.2 Diesel | 173 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Mazda CX-7 2010 2.3 238 Hp 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2012 | 2.3 Petrol | 238 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Mazda CX-7 2009 2.3 260 Hp 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 260 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Mazda CX-7 2011 2.5
Jan 2011 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.5 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |