Mazda CX-80, hybrid diesel and plug-in hybrid replace CX-60

Mazda doubles down and presents its flagship with the CX-80. A large SUV measuring about 5 meters, which the accommodation capacity of the CX-60 increases. From the 5 areas of the D section project we proceed 7 seats from Mazda CX-80it is also available in a 6-seat configuration with an alternative solution in the second row.

Doubling the offer is in the Big design, and similar motorization solutions. Both are very attractive, whether it’s the CX-80’s 2.5 liter petrol hybrid or the modern 48 volt 3.3 liter hybrid diesel.

MAZDA CX-80 2024

A turbocharged six-cylinder that, despite its large volume, claims poor consumption: 5.7 l/100 km (148 g/km of Co2). Project coordinated by Mazda, the 6-cylinder diesel with all-wheel drive and 8-speed automatic transmission. Two or four-wheel drive, the CX-80 looks like this towardsopening of orders in May (prices starting at 61,235 euros of diesel engines) and sales in Italy from next autumn.

The SUV proposal enters the E segment by increasing the wheelbase by 25 centimeters compared to the CX-60 (3.12 meters absolute value). A measure that also directs i 4.99 meters long, so the front and rear parts remain unchanged. In length, Mazda CX-80 reaches 1.71 meters, 1.89 meters in width.

CREATIVE

These are the dimensions that the brand’s stylistic characteristics influence again. It’s not easy to achieve this for a large SUV, yet the CX-80 has a well-proportioned balance, front important but not heavy. The same can be said about the silhouette, supported by a clean and regular waist. At the back, a more assertive sound, which however leaves a practical space with a rear gate that opens frequently on the sides.

INSIDE AND TRUNK

It is inside, however, that all the innovation of Mazda’s flagship SUV is concentrated. In the standard configuration it is provided with three rows of seats and 7 seats. The third row is designed to carry passengers up to a height of 1.70 meters and, by folding it down, a load volume of 566 and 687 liters is available with 5 people traveling on board. Various values ​​due to the possibility of sliding the seats of the second row. When traveling with 7 people, however, the trunk still offers 258 liters.

Three settings are available for the second row. Three single seats, two seats with a free center belt (in the Homura or Homura Plus version), two seats with a console that separates them (Takumi and Takumi Plus). Complete the CX-80 proposal from the entry-level Exclusive configuration.

There is no lack of content on board such as the possibility of a large panoramic roof, standard equipment includes three-zone climate control and an 8-way adjustable driver’s seatContinue with Alexa voice commands on a infotainment integrated into the 12.3-inch screen. It sits alongside the 12.3-inch instrument panel and is a complete entertainment and online/offline navigator. To use online services, simply register in the MyMazda app, with which you can control some of the car’s functions remotely.

TOWING CAPACITY AND ADAS

On the infotainment display it is also possible to watch maneuvering activities with a connected trailer. Adas of the Trailer Hitch View helps you move with a trailer attached, allowing you to take advantage of a towing capacity of up to 2.5 tonnes. Other charges available on the Mazda CX-80 are Level 2 equipment, from cruise control and maintenance of the center of the road (Cruising & Traffic Support) to maintenance of the road and assistant to adjust the trajectory, in the event of a risk of a frontal accident and another car. .

ENGINE, DIMENSIONS AND PERFORMANCE

Back to the engine version, the plug-in hybrid CX-80 can travel up to 60 km on electric power, thanks to the presence of a 17.8 kWh battery pack and announced Co2 emissions starting at 36 g/km. Despite the relevant dimensions, the diesel and plug-in hybrid stand by their advertised weight: the diesel Mazda CX-80 starts at 2,056 kg, the plug-in hybrid at 2,165 kg.

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