Mazda CX-80

The 2025 Mazda CX-80 gets Nappa leather upholstery. The front seats are supportive and sculpted with pronounced bolstering. The second-row seats are available in optional captain’s chairs in a six-seat layout or a 60:40 bench in a seven-seat format. The third row, as in most similar SUVs, isn’t much spacious. The car gets soft-touch pads across the dashboard, stitched faces on upper door trims, and tasteful wood or satin metallic inlays on higher trims. Hard plastics are kept to the minimum. The dashboard is dominated by a large 12.3-inch touchscreen unit. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are offered along with built-in satellite-based navigation. The infotainment system is paired with a Bose premium audio system with 12 speakers. It’s specifically developed for the CX-series. The 2025 Mazda CX-80 comes with a three-zone automatic climate control unit. There’s an independent rear-control (second row), roof vents and dedicated rear settings. Practical features include multiple storage cubbies, and cupholders across all rows. 

The 2025 Mazda CX-80 measures 4,995 mm in length, 1,890 mm in width, and 1,705 mm in height. The car has a wheelbase of 3,120 mm. The CX-80 uses Mazda’s Kodo–Soul of Motion design philosophy. The front sports a bold grille with Mazda’s signature-wing motif. The grille spreads the entire front and is flanked by headlamps. The bonnet is long and high. It imparts a sense of power and presence. On the sides, the D-pillar of the three-row SUV is relatively straight. The side windows are extended. Chrome surrounds accentuate the car’s long form. The rear part of the 2025 Mazda CX-80 is clean and disciplined. The taillights are integrated. The design cues spread horizontally. The exhausts are hidden behind the bumper to forge a more refined look. The car is available in Artisan Red, Jet Black, Rhodium White, Platinum Quartz, and Melting Copper colour options.

The 2025 Mazda CX-80’s front seats stabilise the pelvis using four-spring cushions and optimised polymer membranes for damping and comfort. The rear seats are nicely shaped and offer good space. The 2025 Mazda CX-80 is mounted on a front double-wishbone and rear multi-link set-up engineered to maintain a flat body posture. The ride quality is mostly calm and composed. On imperfect roads the cushioning gets somewhat firm and the damping becomes less refined. Handling is a strong point of the 2025 Mazda CX-80. The steering wheel is nicely weighted. Mazda’s Kinematic Posture Control system retains body stability around corners.

The 2025 Mazda CX-80 is hauled by a naturally aspirated, four-cylinder, Skyactiv-G 2.5-litre petrol engine that produces 190 PS/261 Nm. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with Mazda’s i-Activ all-wheel-drive (AWD). The electric motor generates 172 PS/270 Nm. On city roads, the car can operate in pure electric mode for up to 65 km, which is ideal for short urban commuting. On highways, the car outputs confident performance. The powerful torque ensures strong mid-range pulls, aided by the AWD system. Overtaking and high-speed cruising on highways feel effortless.

The 2025 Mazda CX-80 comes with a forward-sensing camera and front radar that underpins the automatic emergency braking (AEB) function for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles, along with adaptive cruise control. The bumper-mounted radar sensors at the back handle blind-spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert. Ultrasonic sensors support rear-parking. The car is equipped with a 360-degree camera system that removes all blind spots. The 2025 Mazda CX-80 has a solid body construction and keeps occupants protected during a sudden impact. The cabin gets multiple airbags. 

The 2025 Mazda CX-80 has a starting price of RM 331,610. It’s a bit high-priced compared to most of its rivals. But the car is a compelling choice for buyers wanting a luxury three-row SUV with modern technology. The CX-80 stands out or those prioritising refinement, electrified efficiency and premium feel.