It will be called CX-7 [Archive]

misbehave

05-27-2005, 02:02 AM

The MX-Crossport concept will be called CX-7, avaliable 2006.

http://news.u-car.com.tw/news-images/2005/05/nc-20050526-9319.jpg
http://news.u-car.com.tw/news-images/2005/05/nc-20050526-9321.jpg
http://news.u-car.com.tw/news-images/2005/05/nc-20050526-9323.jpg
http://news.u-car.com.tw/news-images/2005/05/nc-20050526-9325.jpg

Lord_Zath

05-27-2005, 02:06 AM

wow I actually like it. I like how they took cues from the RX-8...

garretts77

05-27-2005, 02:23 AM

Is it rotary?

misbehave

05-27-2005, 02:35 AM

Is it rotary?

Rotary for an SUV? I don't think so.

LOL! Looks like more people are using crashed Protege pics for signature. Ouch!

36Crazyfists

05-27-2005, 02:36 AM

it looks like an rx8 mixed with one of those nasa suvs
but i like it

JCell

05-27-2005, 02:36 AM

not 4 me....

garretts77

05-27-2005, 02:44 AM

Rotary for an SUV? I don't think so.

I know but it would be cool. Since nobody uses SUV's for offroading anyways, it would be cool if it reved to 9000 RPM...

DrooandhisES

05-27-2005, 02:52 AM

i like it. if its under 25gz and has enough power id consider it.

MSP #167

05-27-2005, 08:51 AM

wow....way to be original its a mazda murano

Hughes412

05-27-2005, 09:14 AM

wow....way to be original its a mazda murano

Oh come on, how can anything come out original? Cars are like songs, so may have been made that you can't make a new one with out seeing alittle of another in it.

Still looks good IMO!

SciFiMan

05-27-2005, 10:03 AM

It looks nice enough, but how do my kids get in? They forgot the rear door handles.

tonkabui

05-27-2005, 10:12 AM

i think cx stands for crossover experiment in this case?

ZoomZoomH

05-27-2005, 10:39 AM

the 7 is back! the 7 is back! :rolleyes:

1338

05-27-2005, 10:54 AM

looks like an oversized MZ3 withthe nissan maurno customer in mind

peepsalot

05-27-2005, 10:56 AM

I like the mystical orb thing on the center console. Where's the shifter?

mspdfreak

05-27-2005, 02:40 PM

It's a "concept" car. It won't look anything like that. Kinda like the new Dodge Charger. The concept looked great, I would have bought one in a heartbeat. Now look at it...4 doors, looks almost identical to a Magnum.

MotegiMazdA

05-27-2005, 03:31 PM

I think it looks good. Futuristic but not ugly.

Pretzellogic

05-27-2005, 11:04 PM

Looks handsome enough, but I don't expect the production model to look as nice.

yesiownaskyline

05-27-2005, 11:08 PM

man, as much as i hate SUV's alike, this concept is sexy... similar to the Murano, and in that copper color, ohhhhhh, (nana) i wanna stick the banana in the tailpipe

chaosProtege

05-27-2005, 11:09 PM

i like it, especially the wheels.

FBI14

05-28-2005, 10:17 AM

or just the Murano

misbehave

05-28-2005, 11:14 AM

or just the Murano
This looks much better than Murano.
The overall shape and design of Murano is not bad, but the front grille and the C-pillars are ugly.

FBI14

05-28-2005, 11:20 AM

This looks much better than Murano.
The overall shape and design of Murano is not bad, but the front grille and the C-pillars are ugly.

You cant deny the similarites between the 2 and anyhow No SUV looks good IMO

misbehave

05-28-2005, 11:39 AM

You cant deny the similarites between the 2 and anyhow No SUV looks good IMO
Yep, You are absolutely right!

MotegiMazdA

05-28-2005, 05:44 PM

This looks much better than Murano.
The overall shape and design of Murano is not bad, but the front grille and the C-pillars are ugly.

The Murano was desgined with the italian glass artwork its named for in mind. Totally different from this vehicle, but I do see the similarites.

Protege52003

05-28-2005, 06:03 PM

does not look bad, but i would not buy an SUV.

xelderx

05-28-2005, 06:07 PM

It looks nice enough, but how do my kids get in? They forgot the rear door handles.

Possibly got the RX-8 style doors too.

UnNaturalinc

05-30-2005, 03:24 PM

I'd drive one.... Throw some 22's on that thing. It almost looks like it's trying to be a little too tough when it's not tough. It should be more luxury/non-offroad oriented like the RX300, X5, and Murano.

Antoine

05-31-2005, 03:22 AM

This new bad boy will be joining the community soon ;)

Mikey444

06-03-2005, 01:11 AM

Mazda has become more and more upscale very fast, car looks really nice, given the fact that Mazda cars are currently the most sold cars in Québec, I think it should do very well.

WookieOnRitalin

06-03-2005, 02:59 AM

Are you guys kidding?

Have you seen the size of a Murano? It's f'ing huge. How in the hell does this car resemble NEAR the size front and back as that fat Murano?

Similarities? Yes...

Differences? Plenty...

First off, the CX-7 is far lighter, sleeker, and has more CAR in the design than SUV. That's obvious. Those calling it a Murano knock off are dreaming. I doubt that this car will eat up the gas mileage that the Murano does.

It looks more like they took the idea of a wagon, made the body bigger, and put bigger wheels on it therefore calling it a crossover SUV because its bigger than a wagon, but smaller than an SUV. Anybody want to throw any bets about how this car will deliver in handling?

SUVs drive like trucks. No grip or cornering because of their top heavy designs. I got my best money that says this vehicle will out perform every SUV small and heavy in handling and quickness.

Nightmare

06-03-2005, 07:09 AM

i want a mystical orb thingy :(

eljefe305

06-03-2005, 07:42 AM

i want a mystical orb thingy :(
seriously.

i think it looks nice.
the only thing i see from the murano is the back egg shape and then the usual dual exhaust and itty bitty spoiler lip on the back... that's about it. LOOK!:

http://www.autointell.com/asian_companies/nissan/nissan-murano-04/07-04-Murano-350-203.jpg
http://news.u-car.com.tw/news-images/2005/05/nc-20050526-9325.jpg

misbehave

06-03-2005, 07:59 AM

seriously.

i think it looks nice.
the only thing i see from the murano is the back egg shape and then the usual dual exhaust and itty bitty spoiler lip on the back... that's about it. LOOK!:

http://www.autointell.com/asian_companies/nissan/nissan-murano-04/07-04-Murano-350-203.jpg
http://news.u-car.com.tw/news-images/2005/05/nc-20050526-9325.jpg

The mazda look so muc better.

SciFiMan

06-03-2005, 08:49 AM

The Murano looks small, and it is nowhere near huge. It has the same wheelbase of a Maxima, which is six inches longer than a Forester but it's still a manageable size. Huge would be an Escalade or something that pollute our roads.

Are you guys kidding?

Have you seen the size of a Murano? It's f'ing huge. How in the hell does this car resemble NEAR the size front and back as that fat Murano? ....

MP5s Make Ready

06-03-2005, 09:15 AM

Yay, just what we need, another Stupid Useless Vehicle.

Kind of reminds me of the Cayenne, but heh whatever

GimmeA3S

06-03-2005, 09:22 AM

Matthew

06-03-2005, 10:32 AM

nasty. l0ooks like one of those nissan muranos

txrxs

06-03-2005, 11:01 AM

nasty. l0ooks like one of those nissan muranos
(thought)go hump your suby.(gtfo)

OrngSpd03

06-03-2005, 11:28 AM

I like the mystical orb thing on the center console. Where's the shifter?

Push button start. Push button gear shift. Mystic orb thing=Navi System/Radio/Climate controled Touch Screen system. Does not use a key, driver only needs to have the fob.

simdrew

06-03-2005, 11:37 AM

It isn't any uglier than a Protege5 or Mazda3 5-door. Much better looking in my opinion with better ground clearance and hopefully AWD for us in Michigan.

J dragon

06-03-2005, 11:40 AM

Crap on wheels IMO....Not for me definately...I can just picture all the SUV whores buying this up, and slapping on 22 Bling bling Rims..Blasting music...

ChopstickHero

06-03-2005, 11:55 AM

nice interior... curious how that blue center console functions

simdrew

06-03-2005, 12:01 PM

See, I would hope that it would be lightweight and get 32+ mpg, take premium because it was super/turbocharged, and I would use it to drive around the kids that I don't have.

jeffmsp

06-03-2005, 12:41 PM

for people up here in canada i could see it making sense, but why the hell do you guys even have SUVs in the southern states? need lots of height and low end torque to drive on the freeway? and they arent even safe, just give you a false feeling of safety because they are so large. they drink 2 much gas 2, they are the opposite of what we need more of in the world and yet americans cant stop buying them. if you feel the need for more room becasue you have kids jsut get a mazda5. oh well at least it looks nice, i bet they will sell tons in quebec where they are actually needed.

Suliman

06-03-2005, 01:21 PM

One would be wise to compare it more to a Volvo than a Nissan. I'd say it's probably on the chasis of a XC90 just as the MPV vans are. Volvo (Ford) and mazda share a good many parts these days.

Tito1

06-03-2005, 01:32 PM

Mini vans/SUV's SUCK. Get a station wagon if you want more room.

simdrew

06-03-2005, 01:34 PM

Mini vans/SUV's SUCK. Get a station wagon if you want more room.

Because station wagons look sooooo coool! (pow)

Maz94Protege

06-03-2005, 01:39 PM

What engine they puttin in that...like 3.0 V6? prolly. Looks badass plus ima wait to get a tribute, and see how these are, if they drive better thena tribute, thats my next mazda

Lord_Zath

06-03-2005, 01:44 PM

Because station wagons look sooooo coool! (pow)

Some can. Ever seen the Mazda 6 wagon? Needs some work done to the appearance side, but it starts out pretty nice looking. And you can fit so much crap in there, it's a perfect alternative to an SUV.

Tito1

06-03-2005, 03:33 PM

Because station wagons look sooooo coool! (pow)

Wagons do look hella tight!!! Closer to ground=better driving vehicle.

J dragon

06-03-2005, 03:59 PM

Pimp real big

Cars real big

Crap real big

CX-7 real big

DeadFaerie

06-03-2005, 04:40 PM

hence the concept, thats why they have it and let the public tear it apart, to know what to do with it in the future, im interested to drive it, im used to driving my friends ford escape it drives nicely, it feels like a minivan cut in half, lol

misbehave

06-03-2005, 06:57 PM

Some of the changes you can expect from concept to production: Wheels, though gorgeous (IMO) will never make the transition. They will likely add a tradtional shifter (probably an autostick) and the 'orb' on the center dash will be traded for something more 'common' looking. I also predict the top of the steering wheel won't be brown, but the wheel will probably get some aluminum accents added (it's strangely plain looking for a concept). I'd also be surprised if the brown stripe in the seats made it to production.

I'm not a big SUV fan, but I could fall in love with this one if it made it to production intact, especially if it's as fast as it looks.

P.S Misbehave, your signature cracks me up - and reflects my opinion of 99% of drivers in Dallas (hah) (rlaugh) .

Not just in Dallas, but the whole fu<king country.
This country seriously need a major reform for driving test and licensing.
They need to give a fu<king different kind of test and licensing requriment to those who decide to buy any mini-my-ass-van and mega ass-U-V that is bigger than a Toyota Rav-4/Honda CR-V/KIA Sportage/Jeep Liberty.
Cause we are surrounded and endangered by bitches who can't do back-up or who do not shoulder-check when crossing lane on freeway everyday.

I almost crashed into the bottom of a Chevy Blazer last week because that bitch who has her belly touching the bottom of the steering-wheel, decided to merge into my lane without doing shoulder-check. Glad that the 4 wheel disc brakes saved me and and my wife.

Sometimes, I do believe my P5 is really invisible on the road. Too bad it's not really true when there are cops around and I am speeding.

RHAGEL

06-03-2005, 06:58 PM

I think it looks good. The back looks like a Porshe Cayenne and a Murano mixed together. I heard rumors awhile ago that a Ford built 3.5 liter engine is in the works. I wonder if this will be the first one to get it.

misbehave

06-03-2005, 06:59 PM

Some can. Ever seen the Mazda 6 wagon? Needs some work done to the appearance side, but it starts out pretty nice looking. And you can fit so much crap in there, it's a perfect alternative to an SUV.

Mazda6
Protege5
WRX
Audi-RS4/RS6
....
the list go on an on.

Just because GM and Ford can't make decent looking wagon doesn't mean there aren't any.

Jack Daniels

06-03-2005, 08:15 PM

Looks like a RX8 and a Porsche Cayenne had a baby. I like it.

anarchistchiken

06-03-2005, 08:36 PM

Mazda6
Protege5
WRX
Audi-RS4/RS6
....
the list go on an on.

Just because GM and Ford can't make decent looking wagon doesn't mean there aren't any.

You forgot the Magnum. And I dont care what anyone says, those cars look hawt. A magnum is the only car I would ever own with 20+ inch wheels.

And I saw a white 6 wagon the other day with bronze Volks, tinted/smoked everything, lowered. It looked sooooo nice.

jrodhotrod

06-03-2005, 08:50 PM

I like it, and if it comes in AWD could be tempted to add it to the family as our next car.

peepsalot

06-03-2005, 09:04 PM

Push button start. Push button gear shift. Mystic orb thing=Navi System/Radio/Climate controled Touch Screen system. Does not use a key, driver only needs to have the fob.
no key sounds scary

Example: working on your car, the battery cable is unplugged, you close the hood to go in for a drink. The doors were already locked. Now you're fucked.

I hope the fob is waterproof too if that is the only way to open and start the car.

DeadFaerie

06-04-2005, 01:15 AM

in a situation like that the vehicle would have a backup bias that would prevent a situation like that...and if your the unlucky bastard that drops his key fob in his morning coffee then, well that just sucks, they should be completely rubberized with a lifetime li-ion batt

PRican_Angel

06-05-2005, 04:01 PM

wow, i like :)

snooky

06-05-2005, 04:39 PM

I like it!

mazdaspeedpower

06-05-2005, 04:43 PM

It looks nice enough, but how do my kids get in? They forgot the rear door handles.

I haven't read through all the replies yet, so maybe this has been said, but I'm guessing the rear doors open similar to the RX-8's...aka the suicide doors(never call them that when insuring the vehicle)...lol.

mazdaspeedpower

06-05-2005, 04:43 PM

oh yeah, and it looks pretty good to me:D

Hughes412

06-05-2005, 11:01 PM

If it isn't 4x4 and can't pull an 18ft bass boat it isn't for me. It does look nice though.

elias1974

06-06-2005, 06:19 AM

looks like they borrowed an idea or two from each of the similar x-over cars on the market..
muranoish rear, x5 wheels...

simdrew

06-06-2005, 01:51 PM

My friends and I always talk about the cars that we own. This includes about 5 cars per person:
1) Autocross car
2) MPG fuel-efficient car
3) RWD drag racing car
4) Offroading AWD car
5) Old classic

Let me focus for a moment though, on if I only had the chance to own one "all-encompassing yet practical car".

This would of course, include AWD (not 4x4 which is very different at times), it would have to be fuel-efficient within reason (27-35 highway), have low center of gravity yet high clearance, be able to hold 4 people and/or have cargo space to carry everything for a weekend camping, and of couse have the highest amount of horsepower and/or torque possible vs. its weight.

So what I'm looking for, is a lightweight car (weight sitting just above the axle), with probably a turbo or super (to keep the fuel efficiency but keep the horsies), AWD with smart traction control on all wheels, just enough space to load people or cargo as I see fit, and appearance that makes me look like I have no family to come home to (bwahaha).

With little specs, it's hard to tell if the CX-7 is for me, but there's always hope.

P.S. Renesis engines are always super cool and are still capable of towing.

Lord_Zath

06-06-2005, 04:26 PM

Renesis engines also get poor gas mileage... especially if it's used in the CX-7!

How many cupholders did you want btw?

JOS3

06-06-2005, 09:38 PM

poor gas mileage from teh renesis? pssh, i get 19mpg what are you talking about? ;)

Lord_Zath

06-06-2005, 10:28 PM

Now add 500-1000 lbs and try to get 19mpg :p

JBreed

06-06-2005, 10:36 PM

does anyone know how much? looks like a cool grocery getter

Dimitrios

06-08-2005, 06:15 PM

misbehave

06-08-2005, 07:34 PM

Sigh; I'm dissapointed.....I mean, it's nice and all, but...

When is Mazda (or Nissan for that matter) going to bring something like the MX-6/240SX...something fun, hopefully RWD, and less expensive than an MX-5 or Z car...

Nice, but too Murano-esqe

The price of MX-5 really isn't that bad you know.
MX-5 is almost the cheapest performance roadster you can find.
(compare to Z-3, S2000, MR-s, 350Z-roadster, Boxter)

Alpinejwl

06-09-2005, 01:50 AM

looks like shit

M_3

06-09-2005, 06:48 PM

its really cool men

beglebite

06-10-2005, 12:02 AM

i dont see how you guys think it looks like a murano, sure it has the general concept, but god damn, the murano looks like an oversized pt cruiser...but i would love to have a big blue orb thingy too(rockon)

M_3

06-10-2005, 12:05 AM

protegeV

06-11-2005, 05:02 PM

that looks like nothing ive ever seen b4...very cool...and not even
CLOSE to the murano

Mr Magnum

06-12-2005, 01:26 PM

It's a chubby RX-8. I kinda wanna poke it with a stick............

GGKAuten

06-13-2005, 07:08 AM

It's like a chubby RX-8 in the front, a VW Tourareg at the front door section, the Nissan Murano at the rear door section, and then a mix between the Lexus RX300 and the Volvo SUV at the trunk. Over all not too bad looking, but I am still pissed at Mazda right now after the lemon I got from them.

M_3

06-13-2005, 12:10 PM

all i have to say is that the interior is movie looking what i mean is that is super duper nice

Mazdaspeedgirl

06-14-2005, 04:22 PM

As long as it doesn't have a rotary, I'd trade the 8 in on it.

wicked

06-15-2005, 02:30 AM

odd,but nice.

is it a rotary?
it better be with a name like that.

ZoomZoomH

06-15-2005, 10:35 AM

CX = Mazda-speak for 'Crossover' cars

RX = Mazda-speak for rotary-powered cars

you're welcome

and diane give the 8 a break eh? oh wait yours is already broken :X

M_3

06-15-2005, 02:18 PM

As long as it doesn't have a rotary, I'd trade the 8 in on it.

why dont you like rotary

spec5protege

06-23-2005, 05:08 PM

Looks very sweet. Yeah, back end looks like a Tourag and front end looks like a Murano/RX8 lovechild. I hate SUV's but dang I want one. That's the sign of good styling. (drive)

Kodiac 3

06-25-2005, 11:36 AM

it would be awesome if we could get some ridiculously high gas mileage from it.

rcefstsfecr

06-27-2005, 12:12 PM

For mazdaspeedgirl:
This is coming from an owner of a 1g 7 as well? Could you PM me and tell me where Mazda made its mistake?

back on the topic: Really does look good. I wouldn't drive a SUV but different strokes.

Mazdaspeedgirl

09-20-2005, 06:10 PM

For mazdaspeedgirl:
This is coming from an owner of a 1g 7 as well? Could you PM me and tell me where Mazda made its mistake?

lmao...don't get me wrong I LOVE our miata and would give anything to have my Protege5 back, but the RX-8 has had too many problems. You don't want the list, bro...trust me. :(

Everything seems to be okay for now, except the overheating.(scratch)