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2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 19–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2012. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 at a glance
The 2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 covers 3 model years in the EPA database (9 configurations in all), rated 19–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2012, costs about $2,920 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (22 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2011 and 2012. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2010 and 2011.
2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 by model year
What the 2012 CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$243
$2,920 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.87
Per 100 miles
$19.47
Five years
$14,600
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$530less a year
Class median $3,450 a year, MY2012
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Mazda CX-7 MPG
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,890 to $2,920, $30 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,920 |
| CX-7 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,990 |
| CX-7 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $4,280 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Mazda CX-7 MPG
19–23 MPG · $2,890–$4,280/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $2,890, $50 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,890 |
| CX-7 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,990 |
| CX-7 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $4,280 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Mazda CX-7 MPG
19–23 MPG · $2,840–$4,230/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| CX-7 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| CX-7 2.3L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD: $3,970 in California and $2,550 in Texas, a $1,420 difference.
- California $3,970
- Washington $3,680
- New York $2,920
- Florida $2,760
- Texas $2,550
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2012 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2007-2009
- 2010-2012
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 get?
EPA rates the 2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 at 19–23 MPG combined across 9 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2011 CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 23 MPG (20 city, 27 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2010-2012 Mazda CX-7?
The CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2010 and 2011. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2012.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2010-2012 Mazda CX-7?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2011 and 2012.
How does the 2010-2012 Mazda CX-7 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2007-2009 Mazda CX-7) is rated 18–20 MPG combined and costs $4,020–$4,460 a year to fuel; the 2010-2012 model is rated 19–23 MPG and costs $2,840–$4,280 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Mazda CX-7 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,920 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,920–$4,280 a year. That is a $1,360 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2012 Mazda CX-7 100 miles?
About $19.47 per 100 miles for the CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $19.47 and $28.53 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2012 Mazda CX-7 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD is rated 20 city and 27 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2012 Mazda CX-7 compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The CX-7 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,920 a year to fuel, $530 less than the class median of $3,450, and less than 8 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 273 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2012, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2012 Mazda CX-7 different from the 2011 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,890 to $2,920, $30 more. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2012 against 3 configurations for 2011. See the 2011 Mazda CX-7 for that year.