About the Mazda CX-8
Last updated Jul 01, 2025The new Mazda CX-8 is a large SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $42,810 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Sport variant and topping out at $72,160 for the Asaki Le.
There are 6 variants of the CX-8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.
Engine options include 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (140kW/450Nm) and 2.5L petrol direct injection (140kW/252Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2025 CX-8 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2025 Mazda CX-8 Price
Touring
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $49,710 |
Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $49,810 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $42,810 |
Touring Active
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $57,660 |
GT SP
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $59,310 |
| 2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $66,310 |
Asaki
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $69,560 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $62,560 |
Asaki LE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $72,160 |
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2025 Mazda CX-8 Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda CX-8
The most fuel efficient Mazda CX-8 is the Asaki with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.2L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 6L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Mazda CX-8 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 8.1 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda CX-8?
You should service your CX-8 at your authorised Mazda dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the CX-8's warranty.
2025 Mazda CX-8 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda CX-8?
The Mazda CX-8 offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Mazda CX-8 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda CX-8 is the Sport that starts from $42,810.
The most expensive Mazda CX-8 is the Asaki LE that starts from $72,160.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda CX-8 is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: Sport, Touring Active, GT SP, Asaki and Asaki LE.
The largest Mazda CX-8 is the GT SP which measures 1840mm wide, 4900mm in length and sits 1725mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda CX-8 is the GT SP which has 140kW of power from its 2.2L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL engine.
The Mazda CX-8 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda CX-8 is the GT SP which weighs 2555 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda CX-8 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes diesel or unleaded.