8.2
2024 Mazda CX-8 review
The CX-8 will depart Mazda showrooms soon, depriving Australia of another compelling, diesel-powered crossover.
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William Stopford
2022 Mazda CX-8 vs 2024 Porsche Cayenne Comparison
Mazda CX-8
Porsche Cayenne
2022 Mazda
CX-8
vs
2024 Porsche
Cayenne
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.2
8.5
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Based on the Mazda CX-8 D35 TOURING ACTIVE (AWD)
Based on the Porsche Cayenne S
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
72L - 74L
425 to 599 km
70L - 90L
175 to 1125 km
Warranty
5 year
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3 year
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MSRP
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$138,700 - $364,700
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CarExpert's Take
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Smooth, sonorous diesel powertrain
- Excellent fuel economy
- Comfortable, attractive interior
Misses
- Third row isn't great
- Parents won't appreciate the handsome cloth interior
- It's being discontinued
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Phenomenal ride and handling
- V8 delivers instant response, addictive exhaust
- Interior a perfect blend of tech, driver focus
Misses
- Big price premium over base variant
- Some option prices seem crazy high
- Get ready to spend on fuel
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$695)
- Accent Package - Colour Special (+$1,140)
- Air Quality System (+$890)
- Aluminium Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised (+$4,370)
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts (+$130)
- Carbon Floor Mats - Leather Edging (+$1,990)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO CDI, DIRECT FUEL INJ | TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2191 - 2488 | 2995 - 3996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.2L, 2.5L | 4.0L, 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TWIN TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | TWIN TURBO V8, TURBO V6, BI TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW | 224kW - 485kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4500 - 6000 | 5000 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 252Nm - 450Nm | 420Nm - 850Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 - 4000 | 1400 - 2400 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 - 14.4 | 9.7 - 11.2 | |
