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Tesla Model S vs. Mazda CX-7 MPG

Chart is based on 3 fuel economy reports for the Tesla Model S and 98 fuel economy reports for the Mazda CX-7.

Tesla Model S MPG

Tesla Model S Tesla Model S 2012 86.7 MPG Highway Percentage 10 percent
Year Body/Powertrain flat, hilly, or mountainousLand driving style: very light to "lead foot"Foot A/C use: none to heavyA/C constant stop and goTraf % many stops per mileCity % stop every mile or twoSub % fairly steady speedHwy % Hwy Spd MPG
2012 4dr Hatch 416-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic RWD		 flat lead none 0 90 0 10 65 86.7  

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Tesla Model S Electric Fuel Economy

Tesla Model S Tesla Model S 2016 10.0 MPG Highway Percentage 1 percent Tesla Model S Tesla Model S 2012 18.4 MPG Highway Percentage 70 percent
Year Body/Powertrain flat, hilly, or mountainousLand driving style: very light to "lead foot"Foot A/C use: none to heavyA/C constant stop and goTraf % many stops per mileCity % stop every mile or twoSub % fairly steady speedHwy % Hwy Spd MPG
2016 4dr Hatch 373-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic RWD		 flat lead none 0 33 66 1 60 10.0  
2012 4dr Hatch 416-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic RWD		 flat light none 10 10 10 70 110 18.4  

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Mazda CX-7 MPG

Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2011 15.5 MPG Highway Percentage 13 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2011 23.5 MPG Highway Percentage 50 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2010 19.3 MPG Highway Percentage 50 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2010 27.1 MPG Highway Percentage 45 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2009 22.8 MPG Highway Percentage 45 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2009 17.3 MPG Highway Percentage 38 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2008 19.8 MPG Highway Percentage 31 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2008 16.6 MPG Highway Percentage 21 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2007 20.5 MPG Highway Percentage 42 percent Mazda CX-7 Mazda CX-7 2007 18.5 MPG Highway Percentage 43 percent
Year Body/Powertrain flat, hilly, or mountainousLand driving style: very light to "lead foot"Foot A/C use: none to heavyA/C constant stop and goTraf % many stops per mileCity % stop every mile or twoSub % fairly steady speedHwy % Hwy Spd MPG
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 hills light none 10 43 33 13 110 15.5  
2011 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 hills med none 0 15 35 50 75 23.5  
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 hills light light 0 3 48 50 83 19.3  
2010 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 flat med light 3 5 48 45 78 27.1  
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 flat light light 5 7 43 45 65 22.8  
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 flat med light 5 50 8 38 110 17.3  
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 flat light none 8 15 46 31 82 19.8  
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2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 flat med light 22 21 36 21 85 16.6  
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 flat light light 12 24 23 42 68 20.5  
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 flat med light 13 17 27 43 67 18.5  

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Tesla Model S vs. Mazda CX-7 MPG

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TrueDelta Reviews the Real Gas Mileage of the Tesla Model S

Tesla Model S Real Gas Mileage: Pros
YearComment
2013 If the Tesla Model had a conventional gas-powered engine, few people would care about it. Plenty of established companies offer stylish, powerful, and luxurious sedans. Why place a $70,000+ bet on a new car from a new company? The reason just about everyone (and their mom) has heard of this upstart car company and its first completely in-house product is that the Model S, with its battery-powered electric motor, was engineered to render conventional cars passe. For anyone who must have the latest tech, it is the car to get. Two battery sizes are offered, 60 kWh and 85 kWh, the latter an additional $10,000. (A 40-kWh battery--actually a 60-kWh pack electronically limited to two-thirds of its capacity--was initially offered, but few early adopters opted for it and it has been discontinued.) The EPA rates the former for the equivalent of 94 mpg city, 97 mpg highway, the latter for 88/90. For reference, the much smaller, far less powerful Nissan LEAF is rated 129/102, considerably better in city (actually suburban) driving but not much more efficient on the highway. Among gas-powered competitors, the Audi A7 is rated 18/28 and the more powerful S7 is rated 17/27. Tesla's big advantage over other electric cars involves their shared primary limitation, range. In EPA testing, the LEAF's range was 75 miles, and other electrics in its price and size range manage about the same. In the same test, the two Model S packs achieved 208 and 265 miles, respectively. (Note: Range is significantly shorter for all electric cars in cold weather or when running the A/C.) Consider cost per mile, and the Tesla's fuel economy seems even better. At the national daytime average of 12 cents per kWh, the cost per mile is about four cents. (Charge at night, when rates are often discounted, and it's even less.) In comparison, an Audi A7 or S7 has a fuel cost of nearly twenty cents per mile. The average driver can save over $2,000 a year by driving a Model S. The major downside of the Tesla's electric powertrain (beyond purchase price) is the time required to charge its battery pack. With twin onboard chargers ($1,500) and a high-powered wall chargers ($1,200 plus installation) each 62 miles of range requires an hour. Easily practical for typical daily driving, but not for long-distance travel. For long-distance travel, Tesla is building a network of "Superchargers" and battery swapping stations. The Superchargers can provide half a full charge in 20 minutes. Free use of these is a $2,000 option with the regular pack and included in the price of the larger one. You'll be able to have the battery swapped in as little as 90 seconds. But the swap will cost $60 to $80 and you'll have to stop on the return trip to have the original pack re-installed or pay an additional charge. These stations will make long-distance travel feasible, but it will still be less convenient and/or more expensive than in a gas-powered car. see full Tesla Model S review
 

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Mazda CX-7 Real Gas Mileage: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Traded in an F-150. CX-7 is not great but much better than a pick-up. Avg 22-28 mpg. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 reasonable see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 bad fuel economy, I guess thats why 2006-2008 models do have a trip computer but the trip computer was not able. 2009 to present all have same trip computer that provides MPG,distance to empty and somewhat of an improved gas mileage. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Plenty of performance when needed yet 23 mpg on highway see full Mazda CX-7 review
Mazda CX-7 Real Gas Mileage: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Again adequate but could be better. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Low compared to other crossovers, due to turbo. HOwever, actual results have been higher than expected - 22/highway. (owner 8 months) see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Gas milage could be better. 19/22. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 With european fuel prices you can drain your wallet refuelling this car. However when you compare with other having 260 HP it is still not so bad see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 My Toyota Rav4 fuel economy was much better. Sometimes I have regrets getting 16MPG see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The consumption is a bit to high but if you want power you must make some compromises. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Fuel economy not as good as many competitors in this class, combined with premium fuel requirements. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 It is smaller yet gets the same gas mileage as the much larger and heavier Q7. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Averaged 15 MPG in the city. I would have expected closer to 20 MPG out of this vehicle. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Premium fuel, gas mileage not as good for a smaller engine. see full Mazda CX-7 review