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    Mazda CX-8

    The new Mazda CX-8 is a large SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $42,810 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Sport variant and topping out at $72,160 for the Asaki Le.

    There are 6 variants of the CX-8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2024.

    Engine options include 2.5L petrol direct injection (140kW/252Nm), 2.5L in-line (140kW/252Nm), 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (140kW/450Nm) and 2.2L turbo (140kW/450Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.

    The new 2024 CX-8 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    It may have been discontinued, but there is still limited stock of the three-row Mazda CX-8 available at local dealers on runout.
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    Pros

    • Comfortable tourer
    • Decent boot space
    • Luxurious touches

    Cons

    • Limited dealer stock left
    • Atmo petrol has to work hard
    • Mediocre fuel economy
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    Dimensions

    4,900 mm
    1,840 mm
    1,720 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,900 mm
    Overall Width1,840 mm
    Overall Height1,720 mm
    Wheelbase2,930 mm
    Turning Circle11,600 mm
    Load Capacity561 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Mazda CX-8

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mazda CX-8 is the Sport that starts from $42,810.

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    The most expensive Mazda CX-8 is the Asaki Le that starts from $72,160.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mazda CX-8 is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: Sport, Touring Active, Gt Sp, Asaki and Asaki Le.

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    The largest Mazda CX-8 is the Gt Sp which measures 1840mm wide, 4900mm in length and sits 1725mm tall.

    The most powerful Mazda CX-8 is the Gt Sp which has 140kW of power from its 2.2L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.

    The Mazda CX-8 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mazda CX-8 is the Gt Sp which weighs 2555 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mazda CX-8 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.

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