Large gas-guzzling SUVs have been on the wane the past few years. Higher gas prices, (or the threat of increasing gas prices in the future), and the soft economy have taken their toll on that segment.

The new 2007 Mazda CX-7 stands out from most sport-utility vehicles by offering a sport-sedan driving experience paired with the straightforward utility of an SUV. The direct-injection, turbocharged ...