Improvements model and special edition model Black Tone Edition of CX-8 has been released.

The CX-8 is a large crossover model with three rows of seats. With this improvement, as the flagship of Mazda SUVs in Japan, the running, equipment, and design have been completely changed in order to further refine its appeal.


About the driving performance, the maximum output of the 2.2-liter diesel turbo engine "Sky Active D 2.2" has been improved from 190PS to 200PS, and the operating force of the accelerator pedal has been optimized.

The large torque generated by this engine has been improved so that it can be controlled more precisely and at will.

In addition, except for 2.5-liter turbo model, the response of the 6 AT to throttle operation has been improved, and by shifting gears faster than before, higher acceleration power has been demonstrated.

For the interior, it has increased the size of the center display from 8 inches to 8.8 inches or 10.25 inches.

In addition, Mazda Connect has been moved to a new generation with high definition and multi functionality, and all cars are equipped with onboard communication devices as standard. It has newly introduced a connected service using these.

This is the second case adoption of Mazda Connected Services following the "Mazda3," and a similar system has been set up for the CX-5, which was announced to be improved on the same day as the CX-8.



For example, "Mazda Emergency Call" will arrange emergency vehicles through the operator in case of an emergency such as an accident.

In addition, by using the smartphone app "My MAZDA", it will notify the smartphone of forgetting to close the door or turning off the hazard light, and will notify you. And, it will notify the decreasement the engine oil and replacement the time too.

In addition, as a convenient function, we have adopted a power lift gate with a hands-free function. A sensor is placed at the bottom center of the rear bumper, and the rear gate opens and closes automatically when you put your foot in and out.

A Qi standard wireless charger that can be charged simply by placing a smartphone on the front center console has been set up.

Also, 360 View Monitor is standard equipment on all grades to ensure safety.



Door mirror covers, aluminum wheels and radiator grille are painted in black and, red accents on the interior are made the sporty image to "Black Tone Edition" of the special edition.

Honeycomb black is used for the interior decoration panel. The seat uses Grand Luxe (synthetic leather) in the center, and red stitching is adopted on the black half leather seat. This red stitch is also expressed as an accent on the steering wheel, making it more sporty.