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    Mazda CX-8

    Mazda CX-8 Reviews

    You'll find all our Mazda CX-8 reviews right here. Mazda CX-8 prices range from $40,987 for the CX-8 G25 Sport (fwd) to $78,755 for the CX-8 D35 Asaki LE (awd).

    Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the CX-8's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.

    The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find Mazda CX-8 dating back as far as 2018.

    Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the Mazda CX-8, you'll find it all here

    Mazda CX-8 Reviews

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    Mazda CX-8 2023 review: GT SP diesel

    Mazda CX-8 2023 review: GT SP diesel

    28 Jul 2023 by Emily Agar
    Mazda has a tendency to have a lot of similar looking horses in the stables; 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... Read more
    urbanguide
    Mazda CX-8 2022 review: Touring SP FWD

    Mazda CX-8 2022 review: Touring SP FWD

    9 Feb 2022 by Byron Mathioudakis
    The Mazda CX-8 has long lived in its CX-9 big-sister's vast shadow, but some smart additions have turned the Japanese seven-seater SUV's fortunes around. Case in point: the Touring SP. It combines... Read more
    familyguide
    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Asaki LE six-seat AWD diesel

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Asaki LE six-seat AWD diesel

    16 May 2021 by Kate Edwards
    The 2021 Mazda CX-8 range has a wide variety of differences - this week I tested the top-of-the-range Asaki LE model as a family car. With lots of bells and whistles inside, is it worth $30,000 more... Read more
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    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Asaki LE snapshot

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Asaki LE snapshot

    31 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen
    The new flagship of the 2021 CX-8 line-up is the Asaki LE.Differentiating itself from the standard Asaki, the LE swaps the second-row bench seats out for two captain's chairs.The second row seats... Read more
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    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Touring snapshot

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Touring snapshot

    31 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen
    The Touring is the second lowest grade of CX-8 available, but is offered with a choice of petrol or diesel engines.The petrol engine is a 2.5-litre unit outputting 140kW/252Nm and sends drive to the... Read more
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    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Sport snapshot

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Sport snapshot

    31 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen
    The Sport grade opens the CX-8 range and is priced at $39,990 before on-road costs for the front-drive 2.5-litre petrol and $46,990 for the all-paw 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine.The former puts out... Read more
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    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: GT snapshot

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: GT snapshot

    31 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen
    The second-to-top GT grade adds a few more upmarket appointments to the interior, including a 10-speaker Bose sound system and a sunroof.On the outside, the GT is distinguished by 19-inch wheels,... Read more
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    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Asaki snapshot

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Asaki snapshot

    31 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen
    The Asaki is the top-spec grade, coming with all the equipment you'd expect out of a $63,290-plus SUV.Both Asaki versions are powered by a 140kW/450Nm 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine, but the... Read more
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    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Touring SP snapshot

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review: Touring SP snapshot

    31 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen
    As a new grade to the 2021 CX-8 range, the Touring SP builds upon the Touring grade with more equipment such as red-stitched interior, leather and suede seats, blacked-out 19-inch wheels and heated... Read more
    expertguide
    Mazda CX-8 2021 review

    Mazda CX-8 2021 review

    31 Mar 2021 by Tung Nguyen
    Mazda Australia changed the SUV game back in 2018 when it launched its segment-straddling seven-seat CX-8, but today competition in the crossover space is as fierce as ever. Do the updates in 2021... Read more

    Pricing guides

    $52,464
    Based on 423 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months
    Lowest Price
    $40,987
    Highest Price
    $78,755
    See all Mazda CX-8 pricing & specs

    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    GT (awd) 2.2L, Diesel, 6 SP AUTO $60,500 – 69,520 2023 Mazda CX-8 GT (awd) Pricing and Specs
    Asaki (awd) 2.2L, Diesel, 6 SP AUTO $63,690 – 73,150 2023 Mazda CX-8 Asaki (awd) Pricing and Specs
    Asaki LE (awd) 2.2L, Diesel, 6 SP AUTO $65,670 – 75,460 2023 Mazda CX-8 Asaki LE (awd) Pricing and Specs
    Sport (awd) 2.2L, Diesel, 6 SP AUTO $44,440 – 51,700 2023 Mazda CX-8 Sport (awd) Pricing and Specs
    See all 2023 Mazda CX-8 in the Range
    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

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    Mazda CX-8 News

    2024 pricing for Mazda's entire range adjusted, including Mazda CX-5, CX-30, BT-50, Mazda3, and MX-5

    2024 pricing for Mazda's entire range adjusted, including Mazda CX-5, CX-30, BT-50, Mazda3, and MX-5

    20 Feb 2024 by Chris Thompson
    Rust in pieces: From an unloved Mazda electric car to one of Kia's cheapest vehicles, these are the cars scrapped in 2023 - but should the LandCruiser 70 Series V8 be on the list?

    Rust in pieces: From an unloved Mazda electric car to one of Kia's cheapest vehicles, these are the cars scrapped in 2023 - but should the LandCruiser 70 Series V8 be on the list?

    24 Dec 2023 by Andrew Chesterton
    Bowing out! Mazda CX-8 and MX-30 SUVs discontinued in Australia as brand moves upmarket with CX-90 and looks to electrify

    Bowing out! Mazda CX-8 and MX-30 SUVs discontinued in Australia as brand moves upmarket with CX-90 and looks to electrify

    31 Oct 2023 by Chris Thompson
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    1 Sep 2023 by Tung Nguyen
    Best SUVs arriving in 2023

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    13 Jul 2023 by Tung Nguyen
    Should you buy a Mazda SUV or ute now or wait for the redesign or facelift? Life cycles for the Mazda CX-3, CX-30, CX-5, BT-50 and more

    Should you buy a Mazda SUV or ute now or wait for the redesign or facelift? Life cycles for the Mazda CX-3, CX-30, CX-5, BT-50 and more

    2 Apr 2023 by Byron Mathioudakis
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