Mazda CX-7 vs. BMW X5
When comparing the Mazda CX-7 to the BMW X5, the Mazda CX-7 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda CX-7 versus the BMW X5, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mazda CX-7 vs. BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2012 Mazda CX-7 ranges from $5,988 to $13,997 while a used 2012 BMW X5 is priced between $8,994 to $17,976.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda CX-7’s base engine makes 161 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The CX-7 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW X5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mazda CX-7 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,988 - $13,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$8,994 - $17,976
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Mazda CX-7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Mazda CX-7 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 21Ranking
60 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Mazda CX-7 Trim Levels
i Sport, i SV, i Touring, s Grand Touring, s Touring
BMW X5 Trim Levels
xDrive35i Sport Activity, xDrive50i, xDrive35d, xDrive35i, xDrive35i Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
161 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
328 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Cargo Space:
29.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
131.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3496 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4960 lbs
Width:
86.5 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P215/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R18
