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26 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday September 20, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com The Mazda CX-7 - `Metropolitan Hawk' soars Continued from Page 24 Auto EVERYTHING ** OR 0% OWN IT! FINANCING 5-STAR CRASH TEST RATING § On all in-stock 2006 models and 2007 Magentis. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND -- OFFER EXTENDED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30TH! There's no safer minivan. 2006 SEDONA MSRP $29,495* 2006 SORENTO MSRP $27,895* torque available from 2,000 to 5,000 rpm. Power goes to the front wheels, but all-wheel-drive is available as a $2,000 option, which sends as much as 50 per cent of the engine's power to the rear wheels on demand. What all this means on the street is an SUV that ably follows Mazda's reputation for uncommon handling and performance in common vehicles. Through the mountains east of Newport Beach, California, the Mazda was a capable runner, its suspension just a hair short of being harsh. The rack and pinion steering has a nice, firm weight to it that closely follows the MX5, of all things. We did find one issue with the powertrain. Off the line, there is noticeable turbo lag, though it is less apparent when using the gearbox's manual shift mode. But once you're moving, and have some revs on tap, throttle tip-in delivers a raucous surge of acceleration unexpected from a "truck." Mazda says it approached the CX-7's interior by designing the front row first, then the cargo area and second row. The driver and front passenger face a handsome dashboard, which, depending on the trim level, can range from simple to luxurious. In fully dressed-up models, there's handsome black lacquered trim, silver accents and high-end gadgets. Of particular note is the heated leather seating, with a snake skin-like suede centre strip. The steering wheel, with standard audio and cruise controls, carries over from the MX-5, but strangely lacks a telescoping feature, meaning some folks might not be able to get comfy. Other standard equipment includes six airbags, A/C, keyless entry and a leather-wrapped wheel and shifter. Despite the CX-7's sweeping and sporty sheet metal, the cargo area is quite large. The rear seats split 60/40 and can be released by levers in the sides of the cargo area. Strangely, the seats don't fold completely flat. (Though Mazda says it can seat three, the second row, developed last, seems more ideal for two, though legroom is ample. Some options are model specific. On the GS you can only add a moonroof ($1,000) and the previously mentioned allwheel-drive. GT models can add all-wheel-drive, a $1,000 Luxury Package with a Bose nine-speaker stereo and remote start and a touch-screen navigation system ($3,150) with rear view camera. MONTHLY FINANCE PAYMENT DOWN PAYMENT 32 MPG 8.8 L/100 KM highway fuel consumption> 26 MPG 10.7 L/100 KM highway fuel consumption> MONTHLY FINANCE PAYMENT DOWN PAYMENT $328* $344* $351* $1,950 $595 $0 Sedona EX model shown Sorento EX model shown OWN IT! * $318* $335* $343* $1,995 $595 $0 PURCHASE FINANCING $3,950 DOWN PAYMENT $ 304 0 * PER MO./60 MOS. % FINANCE APR* PURCHASE FINANCING $3,550 DOWN PAYMENT $ 299 0.9 PER MO./60 MOS. ** % FINANCE APR* OR DON'T PAY UNTIL 2007 ** OR DON'T PAY UNTIL 2007 OR 0% FINANCE APR FOR 48 MOS.§ · 3.8 L V6, 244 hp CVVT engine · 5-speed automatic · Fold-away rear seats , · Tri-zone climate control · Cruise control · 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS · Front & side curtain airbags · Cruise control · Air conditioning · Fog lamps · Power windows & door locks · Heated front wipers & power mirrors Visit kia.ca Oakville Kia 1450 Speers Road, Oakville, ON (905) 847-1511 *Based on an MSRP of $29,495/$27,895 on 2006 Sedona LX (SD7526)/2006 Sorento LX MT (SR55X6) with annual purchase financing interest rate of 0.0%/0.9%. Purchase financing interest rate of 0.0% on Sedona LX only available if financed through the Bank of Nova Scotia. Purchase financing interest rate is 1.9% on Sedona LX if not financed through the Bank of Nova Scotia. Monthly payment is $304/$299 for 60 months, amortized over an 84-month period with $3,950/$3,550 down payment. Estimated remaining principal balance of $7,298/$7,113 plus applicable taxes due at end of 60-month period. MSRPs and purchase financing offers exclude delivery and destination of $1,395/$1,395. Licence, registration, insurance, delivery and destination, dealer administration fees and taxes are not included, unless otherwise stated. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Prices subject to change without notice. **"Don't pay until 2007" purchase financing, available on approved credit (OAC). Example: $10,000 at 0.0% purchase financing per annum for 4 months, monthly payment is $0, cost of borrowing for the 4 months is $0 and total owing after 4 months is still $10,000. After 4 months, $10,000 financed at 1.1% equals $213.05 per month for 48 months; C.O.B. is $226.40. For "Don't pay until 2007" purchase financing, 1.1% will be added to the applicable interest rate. Available on new 2006 and 2007 Kia models. See your local participating Kia dealership for full details. §0% purchase financing is available for a maximum of 36/48/60 months on selected new 2006 Kia models and up to 48 months on 2007 Magentis. Purchase financing example: $10,000 at 0.0% purchase financing equals $278 per month for 36 months; C.O.B. is $0 for a total obligation of $10,000. Offer varies depending on vehicle model. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed, the term and down payment/trade. Other lease and finance options available. Certain restrictions may apply. Use regular unleaded fuel (242 HP @ 6,000 RPM/torque 251 lb. ft. @ 3,500 RPM). For maximum power, use premium unleaded fuel (244 HP @ 6,000 RPM/torque 253 lb. ft. @ 3,500 RPM). Please refer to owner's manual for details. Featured models are not exactly as illustrated. Images contain available accessories. NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) test results. Visit www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ncap for full details. 2006 Sedona awarded 5-star crash test rating by the NHTSA and the Gold Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety. Visit www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ncap or www.iihs.org for full details. >Fuel consumption for 2006 Sedona LX (SD7526) is 32.1 mpg (8.8 L/100 km)/2006 Sorento LX MT (SR55X6) is 26.4 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) Highway. These estimates are based on the Government of Canada's approved criteria and testing methods. The actual fuel consumption of these vehicles may vary. Refer to the Government of Canada publication EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Kia's "Worry-Free Comprehensive" warranty covers most vehicle components against defects under normal use and maintenance conditions. Price, availability and specifications are subject to changes without notice. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of print. KIA is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.