Mazda CX-80 (2024), all about the new 7-seater SUV with a diesel engine

After the presentation – and test – of the SUV CX-60Mazda offers new products to the general public CX-80. It’s aboutflagship SUV of a Japanese company. But don’t call him ”CX-60 +2”, because even though the project is shared, the model is completely updated with measurements are more generous carry even one third row of seats. Under the hood, there is still a much-appreciated freedom of choice: the engine gasoline plug-in hybrid which allows you to travel further 50 km in fully electric modeor powerful 3.3-liter six-cylinder diesel with 249 HP for fans of low consumption ”naphthone”. In terms of dimensions, the CX-80 looks more than the CX-60 with an increase in length of 25 cm, height of 24 cm and a wheelbase extended by 25 cm. Something else to say? Yes, a lot.

New Mazda CX-80: the style is elegant but attractive

The front remains placed and dominated by a large grille which transitions gracefully towards full LED lighting. The long bonnet and rear-mounted passenger compartment emphasize the elegant yet dynamic profile, and a clear inspiration for traditional front-engine, rear-wheel-drive architecture. In full Mazda style. A slim profile and rounded rear window give life to a silhouette that doesn’t go unnoticed. The rims, up to 20”, seem shy in front of the beauty of the car. The rear, more modern, sees the headlights extending towards the central Mazda logo. Elegant, of course, especially with the choice to eliminate the exhaust terminal for a cleaner and more uniform line.

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Inside, plenty of space does not disappoint. The trunk has a capacity of 687 liters, which drops to 250 liters with the third row of raised seats. High-quality materials, such as eco-leather, fabric, aluminum and wood, make the interior a place of comfort and luxury. Technology is no exception: two screens over 12”, compatibility with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Amazon Alexaand the full range of modern ADAS does CX-80 technological masterpiece. Let’s just say that the overall appearance is very similar to that of the CX-60. But it is there, in fact, it is an advantage due to the quality that Mazda’s SUV has been able to present and express in recent years.

New Mazda CX-80: in electric mode you can travel up to 50 km

under the hood, two engines that we already know very well: PHEV hybrid with a total of 327 CV and electric range of more than 50 km, and six cylinder diesel and a very respectable performance. For Italy power was reduced to 249 HP to avoid supertax. The second is probably the engine that best matches the expectations of the car’s use, if you consider it how much it convinced the experts – including us – for its effectiveness. For those who are already eager to test it, the CX-80 is available in dealerships starting at 61,235 euros.. fittings? Five options, out The exclusive Takumi Plus lineall can be configured for seven passengers, with the possibility of choosing a six-seat option.

Posted by Tommaso Marcoli, 04/18/2024