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Mazda CX-8 2019
Carsguide Contributing journalist Peter Anderson had this to say at the time: There are other, cheaper seven-seat SUVs but they're not as attractive or as good to drive. And most of them are bigger, with the less-than-stellar Mitsubishi Outlander the only one I can think of as a smaller car.
You can read the full review here.This is what Peter Anderson liked most about this particular version of the Mazda CX-8: Great looks, Comfortable, Nice to drive
The 2019 Mazda CX-8 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Mazda CX-8 2019 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Mazda CX-8 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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Asaki (awd) | SUV | 2.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $48,510 | $55,770 | |
Asaki (awd) (5YR) | SUV | 2.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $46,750 | $54,340 | |
Sport (awd) | SUV | 2.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $35,530 | $42,350 | |
Sport (awd) (5YR) | SUV | 2.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $39,160 | $46,090 |
Mazda CX-8 2019 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2019 Mazda CX-8 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1840mm x 1725mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Mazda CX-8 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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Sport (fwd) (5YR) | SUV | 1720x1840x4900 mm | 200 mm | |
Sport (fwd) | SUV | 1720x1840x4900 mm | 200 mm | |
Sport (awd) (5YR) | SUV | 1720x1840x4900 mm | 200 mm | |
Sport (awd) | SUV | 1720x1840x4900 mm | 200 mm |
Mazda CX-8 2019 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mazda CX-8 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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The high oil level came on while driving my 2020 Mazda CX-8 diesel
Mazda (and other car-makers) have been having lots of problems with the oil level rising in the engines of some of their diesel models. The problem is caused by the Diesel Particulate Filter attempting to regenerate itself. In an ideal world, these diesel vehicles would be driven for at least an bour or so at freeway speeds at least once a month. That would get the exhaust system hot enough for the DPF to regenerate on its own (burn the contaminants from the exhaust to ash and expel them, basically).
But in cars that don’t see this sort of use and are more commonly driven around the suburbs at moderate speeds, the exhaust never gets hot enough for this to occur. So, the solution has been to inject extra diesel into the engine to make the exhaust hotter and, therefore, get it all to a temperature where DPF regeneration can occur. The problem is that some of that diesel can get into the sump of the engine where it dilutes the engine oil. And that’s why you’re seeing the level rising on the dipstick over a period of weeks and months.
Diluted engine oil is bad news because it may not lubricate and protect the engine as well as non-polluted oil. The warning light you’re seeing is telling you that you might be at that point and that an engine oil change is probably a good idea, even if the service interval hasn’t been reached yet. Just draining some of the contents of the sump away is not the answer as the oil is already diluted by the diesel.
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Which mid-size, diesel SUV should I buy?
Mazda’s SUV range (CX-5 and CX-8) are popular with their owners and have a good reputation in the trade. Crucially, they’re also available with a turbo-diesel engine, so they fit your criteria on that basis. We’d also suggest you take a good look at the South Korean brands’ offerings (Hyundai and Kia) as these are also highly rated by the trade and those companies have been involved with small-capacity diesel engines for decades, so the technology is pretty well sorted.
It’s interesting that you’ve had a good run from your Holden Captiva as that is far from the experience of many owners and former owners of this particular vehicle. As the Captiva ages it is very likely to start giving trouble, so the best advice is to trade up to a newer vehicle sooner rather than later.
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Mazda CX-8 DPF issues around town?
Given the CX-8 only arrived on the market in June 2018, it's a bit too early to say conclusively, but the current CX-5 diesel (which shares its mechanicals with the CX-8) seems to be trouble free under these conditions.Â
Early versions of the first-generation CX-5 diesel had diesel particulate filter (DPF) issues that caused diesel fuel to leak into the engine oil, but this was fixed with hardware and software upgrades under warranty in 2012.Â
Having said that, any car will likely benefit from the odd highway run, but I wouldn't have any concerns about the CX-8 around town.Â
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Mazda CX-8 2019 Towing capacity
The Mazda CX-8 has maximum towing capacity of 2000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Mazda CX-8 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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Sport (fwd) (5YR) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
Sport (fwd) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
Sport (awd) (5YR) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
Sport (awd) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 2000kg |
Mazda CX-8 2019 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2019 Mazda CX-8 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mazda CX-8 currently offers fuel consumption from 5.7 to 6L/100km. The Mazda CX-8 is available with the following fuel type: Diesel.
Mazda CX-8 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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Asaki (awd) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6L/100km | |
Asaki (awd) (5YR) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6L/100km | |
Sport (awd) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6L/100km | |
Sport (awd) (5YR) | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6L/100km |
Mazda CX-8 2019 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2019 Mazda CX-8 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Mazda CX-8 vary from 17x7 inches to 19x7 inches.
Mazda CX-8 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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Sport (fwd) (5YR) | SUV | 225x65 R17 | 17x7 inches | 225x65 R17 | 17x7 inches | |
Sport (fwd) | SUV | 225x65 R17 | 17x7 inches | 225x65 R17 | 17x7 inches | |
Sport (awd) (5YR) | SUV | 225x55 R19 | 19x7 inches | 225x55 R19 | 19x7 inches | |
Sport (awd) | SUV | 225x55 R19 | 19x7 inches | 225x55 R19 | 19x7 inches |