Mazda CX-80 launching soon in Malaysia, here’s what to expect?

KUALA LUMPUR: The Mazda CX-80 made its stunning debut in Malaysia at the KLIMS 2024 event and generated quite a buzz among local enthusiasts. And, this big Mazda SUV is now ready to hit the local shores.

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Mazda Malaysia has recently dropped the CX-80 teaser on its social media handles, announcing its imminent arrival. The Mazda CX-80 is a part of the brand’s new ‘Large Product Group’ SUVs and underpins the Skyactiv Multi-Solution Scalable Architecture.

While we are waiting for official specs to drop, it’s a great idea to look at what the upcoming Mazda SUV offers in neighbouring markets to get an early glimpse of what to expect.

Mazda CX-80: What to expect?

Dimensions

The three-row CX-80 measures 4,995 mm in length, 1,890 mm in width, 1,710 mm in height, and spans a wheelbase of 3,120 mm. It is 250 mm longer, 24 mm taller, and has a 250 mm longer wheelbase than the soon-to-be-launched CX-60.

Design 

With Mazda's signature KODO Design philosophy, the CX-60 boasts the "Graceful Toughness" design concept, which combines ruggedness and elegance. 

The SUV is offered in two different styles in Indonesia - Elite and Kuro. The former has a chrome grille, light accents, maple wood interior trims and Nappa leather seats for a premium feel. The CX-80 Kuro, on the other hand, features dark accents, a black chrome grille, metal wood trims, and black brown leather upholstery, exuding a bold and luxurious vibe.

The CX-80 cabin promises ample space, comfort, and sophistication, with premium materials and attention to detail. It comes in both six-seat (2-2-2 layout with captain seats in the second row) and seven-seat configurations, the latter featuring a 60:40 split-folding bench in the second row.

Features 

Globally, the CX-80 comes with a bucket load of advanced technology features, including - 

• 12.3-inch Mazda Connect infotainment unit
• 12.3-inch digital display
• 12-speaker BOSE sound system 
• Active Driving Display 
• Triple-zone automatic climate control 
• Power-adjustable seats with memory function
• Seat ventilation and warmer
• Qi wireless charger
• Auto-dimming rear view mirror
• Mazda  i-ACTIVSENSE ADAS pack

Engine and transmission

Mazda offers the CX-80 with several powertrain options in the global market, including petrol, diesel, mild hybrids and plug-in hybrids. These include - 

• 2.5 litre e-Skyactiv-PHEV naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol with plug-in hybrid system
• 3.3 litre e-Skyactiv-D inline-six turbodiesel with 48V mild hybrid system
• 3.3 litre Skyactiv-D turbocharged inline-six diesel
• 3.3 litre e-Skyactiv-G turbocharged inline-six petrol with 48V mild hybrid system

In Indonesia, the SUV comes with the 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated inline-four PHEV drivetrain, generating a total system output of 328 PS and 500 Nm. Power is sent to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission and an i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system. Feeding the e-motor is a 17.8 kWh lithium-ion battery, which offers an all-electric range of 59 km.

Price

As for pricing, we can also refer to the Indonesian market, where the CX-80 starts at IDR 1,199,900,000, which is approximately equal to RM 326k.

For further updates on the Mazda CX-80 launch in Malaysia, stay tuned with us.

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