In response to strong customer demand, the Mazda CX-8 line-up now sees all FWD variants feature the naturally aspirated 2.5L Skyactiv-G petrol engine.
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Mazda CX-8 first launched in 2018 as a diesel only model, introducing a petrol variant in 2020 to offer wider choice to customers. Now with more than 70% of customers choosing petrol, Mazda has again expanded the seven-seater's offering.
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All grades of Mazda CX-8 driven by the front wheels will be offered with the highly efficient 2.5L Skyactiv-G petrol engine, producing 140kW of power and 252Nm of torque.
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All-wheel-drive models will be exclusively powered by Mazda's prodigious 2.2L Skyactiv-D twin-turbo diesel engine, which delivers 140kW and 450Nm of pulling power.
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Mazda Australia Managing Director, Vinesh Bhindi said the Mazda CX-8 has enjoyed strong growth as the range continues to evolve over time.
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"Mazda CX-8 has become a strong contender in the large family SUV category, with dimensions that offer good manoeuvrability without compromising on space or comfort for all seven occupants," he said.
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"Customer demand for the model continues to grow; from November 2020 to November 2021 we've seen a more than 80% increase on sales, encouraging us to further diversify the range to give customers even more choice."
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The Mazda CX-8 has a five-star ANCAP safety rating and boasts an impressive list of passive and active safety features across all model grades including blind-Spot Monitoring, Lane-keep Assist System, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Smart Brake Support and Smart City Brake Support for front and rear.
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The updated range of Mazda CX-8 is on sale now.
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Mazda CX-8: Model line-up and pricing
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Grade MSRPÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â (ex. on-road costs)
SPORT PETROL FWDÂ Â Â Â Â Â $39,990
TOURING PETROL FWDÂ Â Â $46,890
TOURING SP PETROL FWD $47,890
(NEW) GT PETROL FWDÂ Â Â $56,390
NEW) ASAKI PETROL FWDÂ $59,790
SPORT DIESEL AWDÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â $46,990
TOURING DIESEL AWDÂ Â Â Â $53,890
TOURING SP DIESEL AWDÂ $54,890
GT DIESEL AWDÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $63,390
ASAKI DIESEL AWDÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â $66,890
ASAKI LE DIESEL AWDÂ Â Â Â Â $69,390
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Warranty and roadside assist
All Mazda models feature a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty as well as five years' premium roadside assistance.