Mazda CX-8
Mazda CX-8 (KG) | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Mazda |
Production | December 2017 – present |
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Body and chassis | |
Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | |
Related | Mazda CX-5 (KF) Mazda CX-9 (TC) |
Powertrain | |
Engine |
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Power output |
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Transmission | 6-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,930 mm (115.4 in) |
Length | 4,900 mm (192.9 in) |
Width | 1,840 mm (72.4 in) |
Height | 1,730 mm (68.1 in) |
Curb weight | 1,710–1,920 kg (3,769.9–4,232.9 lb)[5] |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Mazda CX-7 |
The Mazda CX-8 is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by Mazda since the end of 2017.[6] It is a three-row version of the CX-5.[7] First unveiled on 14 September 2017, the CX-8 is Mazda's flagship SUV in Japan, as the larger CX-9 is not sold in the country.[8] Outside of Japan, the CX-8 is available in China, Oceania, and Southeast Asia.[2][9][10][11][12][13]
Overview
While bearing resemblance to the second generation CX-9, even using the same outer taillights, the CX-8 is 17 cm shorter in length and 13 cm narrower in width, to conform to Japanese roads and dimension regulations. Within a few weeks after its introduction in Japan, Mazda dealers received over 12,000 orders from consumers.[8]
The CX-8 was initially offered only with a 2.2 L Skyactiv-D diesel engine, but a choice of two I4 petrol engines was added in 2018: a 2.5 L Skyactiv-G (PY-VPS) from the CX-5 and a turbocharged version of the same engine from the CX-9.[14]
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Mazda CX-8 (front)
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Mazda CX-8 (rear)
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Interior
Reception
Marton Pettendy of Motoring gave the CX-8 a rating of 84 out of 100, praising the quality and refinement, performance and economy, and diesel power for less than the CX-9, but criticizing the tight rear head/leg room, sub par warranty and service intervals, and the lack of a spare tire and CarPlay.[15]
Malcolm Flynn of CarsGuide rated the car 8.1. out of 10, praising its ease of parking compared to the CX-9, more useful boot space than the CX-5, and its comfortable ride, but criticising its lack of a petrol engine and CarPlay, and the steep price jump between the Sport and Asaki trims.[16]
Paul Maric of CarAdvice gave the car a rating of 7.9 out of 10, calling it a "compelling proposition for families that need the extra space of an occasional third row and the fuel economy of a diesel engine."[17]
Regional variants
New Zealand
In New Zealand, the CX-8 is only available with a diesel engine. On launch, two trim options were available GSX FWD and Limited AWD.
Effective from the model year of 2019, the trim GSX AWD has been sold with a number of technical upgrades and the Limited AWD trim has been discontinued and replaced with the trim Takami (sold as Asaki in Australia). The trim Takami has a number of upgrades over the Limited.[18]
- Updated GSX AWD trim from 2019
- G Vectoring control plus (GVC Plus)
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Heated exterior mirrors
- Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
- i-Activsense safety package with Smart City Brake Support – Reverse (SCBS-R) and Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
- Takami AWD trim from 2019
- 19-inch dark gloss alloy wheels
- G Vectoring control plus (GVC Plus)
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Frameless automatic day/night rear view mirror
- Ventilated front driver and passenger seats
- Seven inch TFT center meter display for speedometer
- 360 degree surround view monitor (top, front, rear, side views)
- Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
- LED interior ambient lighting for glovebox, vanity mirrors, cargo, front/rear foot lamps
Thailand
In Thailand, the CX-8 is available with a petrol and diesel engine. On launch, four trims options were available 2.5 High (S), 2.5 High Plus (SP), 2.2 XDL FWD (seven seats) and 2.2 XDL Exclusive AWD (six seats: lounge). Then in 19 October 2021 the New trim 2.5 High Plus (SP) Exclusive FWD (six seats: lounge)[19] is released.
Malaysia
In Malaysia, the CX-8 is available with a petrol and diesel engine options. Four trims were available 2.5G 2WD Mid (seven seats), 2.5G 2WD Mid Plus (six seats), 2.5G 2WD High (six seats: lounge) and 2.2D AWD High (six seats: lounge). [20]
Philippines
The CX-8 was launched alongside the Mazda CX-30 on November 2019. Only one engine choice is offered across the two trims, which is the naturally-aspirated 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, producing 188hp and 252Nm. It comes in two trims, namely the Signature and Exclusive.
The former has a 60:40 bench seat in the second row (allowing for a total of seven people to fit in the car), and is available only in front-wheel drive, while the latter comes with two (heated) captain's seats and a center console in the second row, cutting passenger capacity down to six, and is only available with all-wheel drive.
Both trims come standard with Mazda's i-Activsense suite of safety features, G-Vectoring control, a 10-speaker Bose Audio system, Nappa leather trim, a 360-degree camera, and the older version of Mazda Connect is found on the eight-inch infotainment screen.
Sales
Year | Japan | China[21] | Thailand | Vietnam |
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2018 | 13,119[22] | 992 | ||
2019 | 23,294[23] | 1,476 | 745 | 1,234[24] |
2020 | 17,999[22] | 672 | 2,139[25] | |
2021 | 1,127 |
References
- ^ "Bermaz To Locally Assemble Mazda CX-8 In Malaysia, Estimated Launch In mid-2019". Carlist.my. 2018-03-15. Retrieved 2018-10-08.
- ^ a b Yuzawa, Masahisa (2018-11-09). "Mazda to roll out China-only electric vehicles by 2020". The Nikkei. Retrieved 2018-11-12.
- ^ a b Lee, Jonathan (2018-10-26). "Mazda CX-8 updated in Japan – 2.5L turbo, GVC Plus". Paul Tan. Retrieved 2018-11-12.
- ^ "Mazda CX-8 Crossover at below RM180k confirmed for Malaysia". www.freemalaysiatoday.com. 30 October 2017. Retrieved 2017-11-14.
- ^ "MAZDA CX8 (JDM specifications)". www.goo-net-exchange.com. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
- ^ DeMuro, Doug (2018-01-01). "The Mazda CX-4 and CX-8 Exist in Other Markets". Autotrader.com. Retrieved 2018-10-09.
- ^ Sam Charlwood (15 September 2017). "2018 Mazda CX-8: Full details". www.motoring.com.au. carsales.com Ltd. Retrieved 2017-11-14.
- ^ a b Lyon, Peter (2018-02-16). "Mazda Strikes Gold With CX-8, Its First-Ever 7-Seater SUV In Japan". Forbes. Retrieved 2018-11-15.
- ^ Duff, Craig (2018-06-14). "Mazda expands its line-up with new CX-8 seven-seater". news.com.au. Retrieved 2018-10-08.
- ^ Lye, Gerard (2018-03-15). "Mazda CX-8 7-seat SUV to be introduced in Malaysia by third quarter of 2018, new Mazda 6 by Q2 2018". Paul Tan. Retrieved 2018-10-08.
- ^ Tong, Matthew H. (2019-10-01). "2019 Mazda CX-8 CKD officially open for booking – 6/7 seater, 350 mm longer than CX-5, 15% to 20% costlier". Paul Tan. Retrieved 2019-11-03.
- ^ "The 7th generation of the new Mazda CX-30 & Mazda CX-8". Mazda Cambodia. 2019-11-21.
- ^ "The New Generation of Mazda SUV Cars – the MAZDA CX-30 and Mazda CX-8 | Eurokars Group". Retrieved 2020-01-14.
- ^ Hilliard, Justin (2018-10-30). "Mazda CX-8 2019 gets petrol power in Japan". CarsGuide. Cox Automotive. Retrieved 2018-11-12.
- ^ Pettendy, Marton (2018-06-29). "Mazda CX-8 2018 Review". Motoring.com.au. Retrieved 2018-08-21.
- ^ Flynn, Malcolm (2018-06-29). "Mazda CX-8 2018 review". CarsGuide. Cox Automotive. Retrieved 2018-08-21.
- ^ Maric, Paul (2018-06-29). "2018 Mazda CX-8 review". CarAdvice. Retrieved 2018-08-21.
- ^ "Mazda CX-8". Mazda New Zealand.
- ^ "ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ Mazda CX-8 (MY2021) เบนซิน 2.5 SP Exclusive 6 Seats : 1,639,000 บาท". HeadLight Magazine (in Thai). 2021-10-19. Retrieved 2021-10-19.
- ^ RYAN RAJ, MARK (3 October 2019). "Mazda launches new locally-assembled, family-friendly CX-8". The Malay Mail (Malaysia). Retrieved 2 April 2021.
- ^ "Mazda CX-8". Carsalesbase.
- ^ a b "乗用車ブランド通称名別順位 | 統計データ" [Ranking by passenger car brand name]. Japan Automobile Dealers Association (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-07-10.
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External links
- Official website (in Japanese)
- Official website (Australia)