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 Volkswagen Touareg Comparison
Mazda CX-8
Volkswagen Touareg
2024 Mazda
CX-8
vs
2024 Volkswagen
Touareg
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
0.0
8.2
8.5
0.0
Based on the Mazda CX-8 D35 TOURING ACTIVE (AWD)
Based on the Volkswagen Touareg 210TDI R-LINE
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
NA
75L - 90L
248 to 666 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
-
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
-
$86,790 - $129,990
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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
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Excellent value
- Rear-wheel steer offers excellent manoeuvrability
- Versatility of air suspension
Misses
- Touchscreen technology occasionally laggy
- No longer the top dog in the Touareg range
- Lacks the badge cred of German rivals
Optional Features
NA
- Metallic Paint (+$2,200)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$2,500)
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