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Mazda CX-8 vs Kia Niro

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Mazda CX-8
Mazda CX-8

$37,988 - $79,990

2023 price

Kia Niro
Kia Niro

$43,990 - $78,990

2023 price

Summary

2023 Mazda CX-8
2023 Kia Niro
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Diesel Twin Turbo 4, 2.2L

0.0L
Fuel Type
Diesel

Electric
Fuel Efficiency
6.0L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
7

5
Dislikes
  • Misses out on a 360-degree view camera system
  • Expensive compared to similarly specified rivals
  • Low number of airbags for family SUV

  • Rougher ride
  • Doughy acceleration from a full stop
  • Expensive compared to rivals
2023 Mazda CX-8 Summary

Mazda has a tendency to have a lot of similar looking horses in the stable; blink and you'll miss the (very) subtle differences between the CX-8 and the CX-9 but if you're not super keen on the bulk of the CX-9 and you've outgrown the space of the CX-5... this one's for you.

Especially, if you've been considering its competition - the Hyundai Santa Fe Elite CRDi AWD and Toyota Kluger GXL AWD. Both of which have become known for their features and space.

So, how does it compare? The CX-8 GT SP diesel all-wheel drive seats seven, has a decent boot space (albeit, when the third row isn't in use) and handles like a dream.

Perfect combination? Maybe. I've been driving it for the last week with my family to find out for you.

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2023 Kia Niro Summary

Kia has released the newly updated Niro, which is the smaller and less sporty sibling to Kia’s popular, EV6. As far as EVs go, it has a decent driving range and specs that should entice first-time electric vehicle owners to dip their toes into the EV pool.

However, the updated model does come with a price hike… which might not excite a budget-conscious buyer, especially with such affordable competitors like the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric also available.

I’ve been hanging in it for a week with my family of three to see how it handles!

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