Mazda CX-8

Mazda CX-8
2021 Mazda CX-8 Sport
Overview
ManufacturerMazda
Model codeKG
Production
  • December 2017 – December 2023 (Japan)[1]
  • 2019–present (Southeast Asia)[2]
Assembly
DesignerYuki Harada[5]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
RelatedMazda CX-5 (KF)
Mazda CX-9 (TC)
Powertrain
Engine
Power output
  • 140 kW (188 hp; 190 PS) (2.5 L; naturally aspirated)
  • 169 kW (227 hp; 230 PS) (2.5 L; turbocharged)
  • 140–147 kW (188–197 hp; 190–200 PS) (2.2 L; diesel)
Transmission6-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,930 mm (115.4 in)
Length4,900 mm (192.9 in)
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,730 mm (68.1 in)
Curb weight1,710–1,920 kg (3,770–4,233 lb)[8]
Chronology
SuccessorMazda CX-80 (Japan, Australia and New Zealand)

The Mazda CX-8 is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by Mazda since the end of 2017.[9] It is a three-row version of the CX-5.[10] The CX-8 was Mazda's flagship SUV in Japan, as the larger, export-only CX-9 is not sold in the country.[11] Outside of Japan, the CX-8 is available in China, Oceania, and Southeast Asia.[4][12][13][14][15][16]

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  6. ^ a b Lee, Jonathan (2018-10-26). "Mazda CX-8 updated in Japan – 2.5L turbo, GVC Plus". Paul Tan. Retrieved 2018-11-12.
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  9. ^ DeMuro, Doug (2018-01-01). "The Mazda CX-4 and CX-8 Exist in Other Markets". Autotrader.com. Retrieved 2018-10-09.
  10. ^ Sam Charlwood (15 September 2017). "2018 Mazda CX-8: Full details". www.motoring.com.au. carsales.com Ltd. Retrieved 2017-11-14.
  11. ^ Lyon, Peter (2018-02-16). "Mazda Strikes Gold With CX-8, Its First-Ever 7-Seater SUV In Japan". Forbes. Retrieved 2018-11-15.
  12. ^ Duff, Craig (2018-06-14). "Mazda expands its line-up with new CX-8 seven-seater". news.com.au. Retrieved 2018-10-08.
  13. ^ 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.
  14. ^ 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.
  15. ^ "The 7th generation of the new Mazda CX-30 & Mazda CX-8". Mazda Cambodia. 2019-11-21.
  16. ^ "The New Generation of Mazda SUV Cars – the MAZDA CX-30 and Mazda CX-8 | Eurokars Group". Retrieved 2020-01-14.

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