TO THE POINTWhat’s New? The five-passenger CX-7 is an all-new performance SUV from Mazda, slotting in above the trucky Tribute and below the upcoming seven-passenger CX-9. Selling Points: Turbocharged engine, unSUV-like handling, plentitude of standard features Deal Breakers: Mediocre interior materials, uninspiring off-the-line acceleration Our Advice: There are plenty of midsize SUVs, but few can be legitimately called sporty. The 2007 Mazda CX-7 can. If that’s your bag, give it strong consideration, but think about giving the upcoming Acura RDX a go before buying.
Interior storage has its pros and cons, a pro being the front armrest spacious enough for most laptops or purses, and a con being the dearth of rear seat storage.
