Completing Mazda’s four-pronged SUV lineup that’s part of its Large Product Group is the CX-80. The 2024 Mazda CX-80 is a three-row SUV that is designed mainly for Europe and Japan where the CX-90 is perceived to be too large for their market’s preferences.
Unlike the CX-70, however, which is literally a CX-90 without a third row, the CX-80 uses a stretched version of the CX-60‘s platform. This is evident from its width and front fascia, which are perfectly identical to the two cars. In fact, the grille, front bumper, LED headlights, and taillights are shared across the two models. Where they obviously differ is with the side profile, with the rear doors seeing the most stretch in order to make it easy to access the third row.
The resulting aesthetic may not be the most distinctive solution in splitting the two models visually. The wheels are also shared across the two models, though at least the rear-end treatment sees a complete redesign of the D-pillar. Speaking of which, the chrome trim surrounding the windows is thicker at the rear window to serve as another visual cue to set the CX-80 apart from the CX-60.
Unsurprisingly, the interior is also similar to the CX-60, which is mostly a good thing. The interior is filled with plush materials and premium features, ranging from the two digital displays, the Mazda Connect infotainment with Amazon Alexa compatibility, and a Bose sound system. Where the CX-80 makes a case for itself is the rear seats, in which the second row can either be a bench or two captain’s chairs with a fixed center console as seen here. Finally, the CX-80’s other selling point is its third row, which was possible thanks to the stretched platform.
The 2024 Mazda CX-80 will come in two engine choices–at least in Europe. The first of which will be available at launch, and it’s a plug-in hybrid that uses a 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G gasoline engine that’s mated to an electric motor. Total system output is at 323 hp and 500 Nm of torque, which is good enough for a 0-100 kph time of just 6.8 seconds and has an electric range of up to 60 km when fully charged. The other engine choice is a 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system that produces 251 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque. Both engines are mated to a Mazda-developed eight-speed automatic with a multi-plate clutch.
It is still unknown whether Mazda Philippines will be offering the CX-80, but considering that both the CX-8 and CX-9 are still offered, it won’t be surprising if the CX-80 eventually makes its way here.
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