2007 Mazda CX-7 is one of the safest SUVs on the market

In the latest series of tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) the 2007 Mazda CX7 crossover SUV has been rated among the safest vehicles present on the North American market.

The Mazda CX-7 has scored five stars in both frontal and side impact ratings and got a four-star rollover resistance rating, which is the highest in the class.

The results are mostly thanks to the vehicle's such standard and optional safety features as ABS and DCS systems, traction control and tire pressure monitoring as well as standard roll stability control. There is also a comprehensive set of passive safety systems including three-point seat belts for all passengers, second row Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) child safety restraints, seat belt reminding systems, advanced dual front airbags, front side-impact airbags and both front and rear air curtains.

Source: suv-buster

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Although UK drivers may not have found many opportunities this year to bask in the sunshine, those thinking of buying a convertible might be interested to hear of the MX-5’s success.

The MX-5 was found to be the most dependable by Warranty Direct’s reliability index, which calculates a rating by considering the average cost of repair and the average number of visits the car makes to the garage.

Using this method, the Mazda MX-5 came out on top with an index of 7.29, ahead of the Honda S2000, the Peugeot 206CC and the BMW Z3 among others.

Although Mazda may be well known for the MX-5, it also offers a number of other models which could be suitable for new and existing car owners alike.

It is currently gearing up for the release of the CX-7.

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The first deliveries of the Mazda CX-7 sports crossover car have been scheduled for September and the model is aimed at creating a "niche within a niche" for customers, according to the manufacturer.

Although there are many sports utility vehicles (SUVs) currently on the market, Mazda said the CX-7 was designed to provide the benefits of such a car but with traditional sports model dynamics and styling.

Providing "ample" space for up to five people to travel in the vehicle, the CX-7 is ideal for people who regularly undertake a range of activities, the maker continued.

Interior features are set to include leather seats and air-conditioning, while rear-seat functionality could provide versatile and roomy storage options.

"British motorists are presented with a huge range of SUV-type vehicles to choose from so we need to offer something different and the CX-7 fits the bill," remarked Mazda UK marketing director Mark Cameron.

Mazda is headquartered in the Japanese region of Hiroshima.

Source: vcars