2017 Mazda Rx7 Price, Specs and Release Date

Everyone waits eagerly the release date of 2017 Mazda RX7. Since the concept car was revealed in 2015, the car is redesigned to look more futuristic and aggressive while maintaining the performance and advanced features.

2017 Mazda RX7 is part of RX-7 model that was the most respectable sport car and popular in many media such as movie. New car is still under development stage, but automotive fans predict this car will be ready to be sold for next year. Mazda might be not popular brand in sport car category, but RX-7 will change everything.

You can call this car as legend. Besides regular model, RX-7 is utilized for competition and racing. Some of them were finished in podium. For new generation, you can read the following section.

2017 Mazda RX7 Design

Last model of RX-7 went into market in 2002 and received award as the top design car. For future model, manufacturer redesigns RX-7 with more aerodynamic frame and it changes the front grille into slightly bigger part. Mazda symbol is placed directly on grille among stripped horizontal line.

Many advanced systems and equipment are installed to support driver and increase excitement of car. High quality audio is produced from built-in speaker around cabin and you can play music from smartphone via Bluetooth or USB port. At front dashboard, you will get touchscreen display that provides tons of information such as mobile app, navigation system, entertainment, and car monitoring system.

Mazda plans to provide two variant of 2017 Mazda RX7: coupe and convertible with optional rear seats. The seats are covered with high-grade leather to make driver and passenger feel comfortable. Driver can adjust seat to match with driving style.

2017 Mazda RX7 Performance

Rotary engine was the most iconic engine from Mazda which is still in development state. For 2017 Mazda RX7, manufacturer plans to put engine capacity more than 1.5 liter. It is better to get 2.0 or 2.5 liter with V6 and turbocharger. Even though it is still tentative, the engine is estimated to be completely upgraded into new model.

As sport car, powertrain is important. There is still no official data regarding powertrain of new RX-7, but fans expect to see more than 250 horsepower. This car cannot afford to exhaust less than that number because competitors are very powerful. With such engine and power, this car is able to reach 60 mph in five seconds.

The transmission is going to be six or seven speed automatic that suitable to enhance acceleration. For stability, this car will use traction and cruise control. Several cameras and sensor are available in many spots of the car to reduce the blind spot.

For safety measure, 2017 Mazda RX7 is installed with anti-lock braking system, air bags, safety belt, and parking assist. This car is suitable for high speed driving, so specific indicator will be activated when the car is at high-speed state. This system gives driver notification and warning to immediately control the speed.

In 2015, RX-Vision was introduced as the concept car for future RX-7. Mazda still develops this car to match with customer preference, particularly for sport car segment. As you know, the cars in this category compete fiercely and Mazda cannot afford to lose.

Initial price for this car is more than $40,000. Keep in mind that sport car is not super car because the engine and specs are graded lower, but still capable to exhaust aggressive powertrain. This price is similar to luxury SUV, so customer should make choice for new 2017 Mazda RX7.