One of the main reasons Mazda got and kept its reputation is its dependability. According to a survey conducted by MotorEasy, Mazda placed 19th on the list of dependable cars. In this analysis, cars are put up against one another regarding services and repairs needed and overall reliability. Mazda CX-7 also has a good reliability rating of 3 stars out of 5 by J.D Power. Safety. In terms of safety measurements, Mazda has had some respectable evaluations all through the past. The vehicles are likewise routinely crash tried. Mazda CX-7 also has been crash-tested by both IIHS and NHTSA and received great points. Again, the CARB document only confirms the CX-70 will share its 2.5-liter four-cylinder plug-in hybrid powertrain with its bigger brother but doesn't confirm outputs. We think it's reasonable The Mazda CX-7 is a perfect case study of the perils of introducing a car to one market that's clearly been designed for another. When it was first sold in this country, it was only offered with a thirsty 2.3-litre petrol engine and sales suffered as a result. Get Reliability Rating. The Mazda CX-7 Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 16th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. Cost. The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mazda CX-7 is $470, compared to an average of $573 for midsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models. Learn more about cost. The Mazda CX-7 with a 2.3L turbocharged engine will have more expensive-to-repair problems and should be avoided. On the other hand, the 2010-2012 front-wheel drive Mazda CX-7 with the 2.5L non-turbo engine is reliable and can last long with good care. I found a 2010 Mazda CX-7 with 110k miles on it, which is about what my Accord had. I've never had a Mazda and am assuming it's not considered as reliable as Honda, but still pretty decent. There are apparently other parties interested, but I was able to squeeze in first because I wrote the seller immediately after the ad went up. It is the very best car I have ever had. It has never let me down. Mazda's reliability is second to none Review Features +156 90 Owner Reviews 23 mpg Combined MPG $160 /mo Cost to Drive 3 yr / 36,000 mi Original Warranty Used CX-7 for sale Not available nearby See Cars for Online Purchase See All The 2007 Mazda CX-7, despite its appealing design and sporty performance, has unfortunately earned a reputation for being less reliable than its counterparts. CarComplaints collected a staggering 786 complaints and five recalls for the 2007 CX-7, earning the "Avoid Like the Plague" award in the process. jS16.