ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE LARGE SUVs – the Mazda CX-8 – has received a comprehensive styling update and a suite of new technological features.
Mazda’s Kodo design language, key exterior changes for the updated Mazda CX-8 including a block mesh pattern grille and grille surround, restyled front and rear bumpers, a new headlight and taillight design and a sleeker rear tailgate all complement the SUV’s contemporary form.
Other visual upgrades include a series of new-to-Mazda CX-8 wheel designs and Mazda’s latest body colour, Rhodium White, which becomes the third Takuminuri colour in the range and joins a now eight-strong paint palette.
Inside the three-row SUV, Mazda’s 10.25-inch Mazda Connect infotainment system now comes standard across the range, as does wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
More new standard technology added to the line-up includes a razor-sharp 7.0-inch digital instrument display, USB-C ports for front-row occupants and a remote window control system activated via the key fob.
Mazda’s intelligent Drive Select or ‘Mi-Drive’, which lets the driver switch between Normal and Off-Road modes, will be a standard feature for AWD models. A Sport mode is reserved for FWD petrol models.
Thanks to exhaustive research, testing and development, the updated Mazda CX-8 now gains redesigned coil springs and front dampers to enhance manoeuvrability and offer improved onboard comfort for the whole family.
Mazda Australia Managing Director, Vinesh Bhindi, said the updated CX-8’s myriad new features and redesigned appearance would ensure it stayed at the top of buyers’ wish lists.
“The Australian consumer has embraced Mazda CX-8 – its combination of elegance and practicality makes it a compelling package that’s hard to ignore.
“With this latest update, Mazda CX-8 has taken the game to another level, with both styling and technology that will ensure it’s a hit with Aussie buyers for years to come.”
The new Mazda CX-8 will go on sale in March 2023.
Mazda CX-8 Price List
| Powertrain | Drivetrain | ||
| Sport
|
Skyactiv G 2.5-litre petrol | FWD | $42,060 |
| Skyactiv D 2.2-litre diesel | AWD | $49,060 | |
| Touring | Skyactiv G 2.5-litre petrol | FWD | $48,960 |
| Touring Active | Skyactiv D 2.2-litre diesel | AWD | $56,910 |
| GT SP | Skyactiv G 2.5-litre petrol | FWD | $58,560 |
| Skyactiv D 2.2-litre diesel | AWD | $65,560 | |
| Asaki
|
Skyactiv G 2.5-litre petrol | FWD | $61,810 |
| Skyactiv D 2.2-litre diesel | AWD | $68,810 | |
| Asaki LE | Skyactiv D 2.2-litre diesel | AWD | $71,410 |
All prices plus on road costs