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
Mazda CX-8 vs BMW IX3 Comparison
Mazda CX-8
BMW IX3
2024 Mazda
CX-8
vs
2024 BMW
IX3
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
8.4
0.0
Based on the Mazda CX-8 D35 TOURING ACTIVE (AWD)
Based on the BMW IX3 M SPORT
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
City drivingWarranty
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5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
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$89,100 - $114,900
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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
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- A proper bargain
- Still plenty of standard equipment
- Beautiful ride and chassis tuning
Misses
- Not available with all-wheel drive
- Misses out on surround-view camera
- Combustion platform limits practicality
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