A number of updates have been made to the Mazda CX-8 in Australia earlier than gross sales kick off subsequent 12 months in March 2023.

Whereas the general form and design of the CX-8 stays acquainted, the automotive producer has added a mesh sample entrance grille with a wider chrome grille encompass, tweaked the entrance and rear bumpers, altered the headlights and taillights, and fitted a extra trendy rear tailgate.

Elsewhere, the up to date Mazda CX-8 is obtainable with a variety of new wheel designs and could be completed in a brand new shade dubbed Rhodium White, becoming a member of a paint palette of eight colours.

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Mazda hasn’t simply labored its magic on the design of the SUV because it has additionally managed to cut back the noise, vibration, and harshness contained in the cabin, leading to a quieter and smoother trip. Mazda’s clever Drive Choose (Mi Drive) can even be a regular characteristic on all all-wheel drive fashions and permits drivers to modify between Regular, Sport, and Off-Street.

Some updates have additionally been made within the cabin of the CX-8. For instance, the automaker’s 10.25-inch infotainment system now comes commonplace throughout the vary alongside wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There may be additionally a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, USB-C ports for front-row occupants, and a distant window management system that may be activated with the important thing fob.

“The Australian shopper has embraced Mazda CX-8 – its mixture of class and practicality makes it a compelling bundle that’s exhausting to disregard,” Mazda Australia managing director Vinesh Bhindi stated. “With this newest replace, Mazda CX-8 has taken the sport to a different degree, with each styling and know-how that may guarantee it’s a success with Aussie consumers for years to return.”

Mazda Australia has but to announce pricing particulars of the 2023 CX-8.