HOT ON THE HEELS OF THE CX-70, MAZDA has added A seven-seat family SUV – the all-hybrid Mazda CX-80 –to the brand’s range.
The exterior design concept of the Mazda CX-80 is ‘Graceful Toughness’, which blends SUV utility with the intelligence and elegance that underpins Mazda’s ‘Kodo – Soul of Motion’ design language.
The spacious and luxurious seven-seat cabin is a showcase of craftsmanship, comfort and flexibility.
Customers will have three highly efficient engine choices when the CX-80 goes on sale this month. The CX-80 PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) headlines the powertrain range. It delivers up to 241kW of power and a maximum torque of 500Nm by combining its 2.5-litre Skyactiv-G petrol engine with a 129kW electric motor, which is powered by a 17.8 kWh lithium-ion battery. An electric-only range of up to 65km is available, and charging from 20 to 80 percent at the maximum 7.2 kW AC rate takes as little as 90 minutes.
The CX-80 PHEV returns an impressive 2.7 L/100km (but read the seniordriveraus explanation of why such figures for PHEVs are so misleading here), with CO2 emissions of only 64g/km (combined cycle, according to ADR 81/02 testing).
Mazda’s latest 3.3-litre turbocharged e-Skyactiv G (petrol, 209kW/450Nm) and e-Skyactiv D (diesel, 187kW/550Nm) six-cylinder engines are also available. Both take advantage of Mazda’s M Hybrid Boost 48 V mild hybrid technology for even greater performance and efficiency, with frugal combined fuel consumption of 5.2L/100km for the diesel and 8.4L/100km for the petrol.
Mazda’s eight-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic transmission and rear-biased i-Activ all-wheel drive (AWD) are fitted across the CX-80 range, while a double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension setup reward occupants with a dynamic yet comfortable experience.
The three-row CX-80 is offered in four equipment-rich model grades: Pure, Touring, GT and Azami. All offer a highly compelling value proposition.
The CX-80 Pure – a new grade in Mazda’s Large Platform range – includes a high level of equipment as standard, featuring:
- 18-inch Grey metallic alloy wheels
- 10.25-inch full colour widescreen display (Mazda Connect)
- 7-inch TFT LCD multi-information meter display
- 360-degree monitor
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wireless and USB)
- Smart Brake Support (SBS) with Turn-across traffic
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) with Vehicle Exit Warning
- LED headlamps with auto on/off and High Beam Control (HBC)
- Mazda Connected Services
- Satellite Navigation
The CX-80 Touring adds:
- 12.3-inch TFT LCD multi-information meter display (PHEV)
- Leather seats with power adjustment (driver & passenger) and position memory (driver)
- Heated seats (front)
- Remote operated power tailgate (open/close)
- Wireless phone charger
The CX-80 GT includes:
- 20-inch Black metallic alloy wheels
- Panoramic sunroof
- Personalise system (auto restoration of settings)
- 12.3-inch full colour widescreen display (Mazda Connect) and 12.3-inch TFT LCD multi-information meter display
- Body-coloured wheel arches and lower cladding
- Handsfree remote-operated power tailgate (open/close)
- Heated seats (front seats and second row) and heated steering wheel
- Premium Bose amplifier with 12 speakers
The range-leading CX-80 Azami features:
- 20-inch Grey metallic and machined alloy wheels
- 360-degree monitor with See-Through View
- Black nappa leather seat trim
- Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS)
- LED headlamps with bright signature
- Personalise system with Easy Entry & Driving position guide
- Ventilated front seats
An optional SP Package is also available to add to the Azami model grade, which comprises:
- Tan nappa leather seat trim
- 20-inch Black metallic alloy wheels
- Dark-coloured side signature
- Gloss Black honeycomb grille
- Gloss Black exterior mirrors
- LED headlamps with dark signature
- Suede finish dashboard panel
- Two-tone colour steering wheel
- Second row captain’s seats with ventilation
- Second row centre console with storage
Safety technologies include Smart Brake Support for turning across traffic, for pedestrian and cycle detection, for when reversing, and for Rear Crossing. Front Cross Traffic Alert helps drivers when moving into intersections, and Driver Monitoring detects driver drowsiness and inattention.
The comprehensive suite of Mazda Connected Services are also fitted across the CX-80 range and integrate seamlessly with the MyMazda app. Customers can quickly and easily call upon features including Vehicle Status and Health, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Lock, Flash Lights functionality, Vehicle Locator services, Curfew Notification, Geofencing capability and Emergency SOS services integration.
A vibrant colour palette spans eight different paint hues and is headlined by the new Melting Copper Metallic. Rhodium White Metallic, Platinum Quartz Metallic, Artisan Red Metallic, Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Deep Crystal Blue Mica, Machine Grey Metallic and Jet Black Mica complete the range.
Welcoming Mazda’s newest three-row SUV, Vinesh Bhindi, Managing Director of Mazda Australia, said: “The first-ever, all-hybrid CX-80 blends exceptional family comfort with everyday practicality. The efficiency of Mazda’s hybrid technology in everyday driving is a big plus, and ample space for up to seven people – with abundant cargo capacity – makes the CX-80 ideal for family adventures.”
The new CX-80 is now on sale at Mazda dealers across Australia, with first deliveries to commence later this month.
2024 Mazda CX-80 price list
| CX-80 Model Grade | Engine | Drivetrain | |
| Pure | G40e 3.3L Turbocharged Petrol | AWD | $54,950 |
| Touring | G40e 3.3L Turbocharged Petrol | AWD | $61,950 |
| Touring | D50e 3.3L Turbocharged Diesel | AWD | $63,950 |
| Touring | P50e 2.5L PHEV | AWD | $75,000 |
| GT | G40e 3.3L Turbocharged Petrol | AWD | $68,950 |
| GT | D50e 3.3L Turbocharged Diesel | AWD | $70,950 |
| GT | P50e 2.5L PHEV | AWD | $82,000 |
| Azami | G40e 3.3L Turbocharged Petrol | AWD | $74,150 |
| Azami | D50e 3.3L Turbocharged Diesel | AWD | $76,150 |
| Azami | P50e 2.5L PHEV | AWD | $87,200 |
All prices plus on road costs
| Option Package | Price |
| SP Package (available exclusively on CX-80 Azami) | $5000 |