Mazda Introduces CX-80, Bigger Than CX-60 For The British Market

JAKARTA - Recently, Mazda launched the latest CX-80 model for British consumers as well as increasing the ranks of large-dimensional SUVs such as CX-60, CX-70 and CX-90 in the North American market.

Offered with a three-line configuration, the CX-80 offers a high-quality interior, advanced driving, elegant design while confirming the commitment of the brand to enter the premium vehicle market in King Charles' country.

"All-new Mazda CX-80 is our new flagship SUV, a car that is at the top of our ranks in England, it will offer a unique combination of space, practicality, luxury, and a standout design," said Managing Director Mazda UK Jeremy Thomson, quoted from the brand's official website, Friday, April 19.

The CX-80 has a number of things familiar with the CX-60 marketed in Asia, such as the same dimensions of width and similar exterior forces. However, the model has a wheelbase of 250 mm longer and 26 mm higher than the brother.

At a glance, the SUV has a similar visual as CX-60 all over its body, but its profile has been refined, leaving an elegant impression. The side window is widened to display a straighter circle on the D pillar.

In the UK, this model will be offered in three choices of middle row configurations, namely bench seats for three people, two captain-seat walk-through rooms, and two captain-seats with the presence of a center console.

Mazda has not announced details on the interior, but will be equipped with Alexa's voice control feature that can tune music, air-conditioning, navigation, and third-party applications.

All-new Mazda CX-80 carries the same engine as a CX-60 with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) option, which comes with 2.5 liters of 4-cylinder with an electric motor measuring 129 kW and a 17.8 kWh battery and a 3.3 liter 6-cylinder option with 254 ps power diesel. All machine options are offered with all wheels driving (AWD).

The manufacturer based in Hiroshima, Japan offers a number of color choices consisting of Jet Black, Deep Crystal Blue, Platinum Quartz, Arctic White, Rhidium White, Machine Gray, Soul Red Crystal, Artist Red, and Melting Copper.

Offering five trim options, namely Exclusive-Line, Homura, Takumi, Homura Plus, and Takumi Plus, the all-new Mazda CX-80 is sold starting from 48,920 (equivalent to Rp987.1 million). This car is expected to arrive in British soil starting in the fall of 2024.