CX8? Nahhh, a little too bulky/big in my opinion.

A CX5 or maybe CX30 would be good enough for me. But that's just me lah. Lol!

https://www.carscoops.com/2022/11/japans-au...mazda-cx-8/amp/

Wow?!

https://www.nst.com.my/news-cars-bikes-truc...akes-sense-cx-8

https://www.motorbiscuit.com/mx-5-stand-for...zda-mx-5-miata/

LOL.By the same token CX8 stands for Crossover Experimental 8 ?!

2.5T burn engine also stated in user manual. Dare to buy ?

am considering CX8 and Proton x90.

Is the CX8's 360 camera really poor quality?

Wait x90 officially keluar bring family test both

But x90.. Spare parts. Spare parts. They rather make new cars than give u one. The after sales still not up to the mark.

If u need a 7 seater by end of 2023, if its me, cx8. U can consider tiguain if u dont mind the maintenance

cx-8 3 month waiting....not bad. now checking x90

Dear all, i am planning to get CX-8 2.5G 2WD High (6 seater without center console). Switch from S.Forester (SJ 2016).

For the purchase process, what is the specific points to take note while place order with the SA?

What I can think of the items to take note are :
1. Tint - To replace the whole tint or just add the heat tint?
2. Dashcam - Plan to move the current dashcam to CX8. Any issue and excuse from SC that it will void warranty;
3. Color - Decided to go for Jet Black. Noted the spec High come with black rims.
4. What is the prefer / recommended SC to go ? I stay at SS2 PJ.

Many thanks in advance!

Why JAV car always 2" screen

1. CX-8 comes with Active-e tint. Recommended to replace the windscreen tint because the spec is terrible (to meet JPJ VLT spec). Side windows and rear are good.
2. If you attach the dashcam using the 12v socket, no it won't kacau the warranty. 12v socket is conveniently placed at the front, below the glovebox.
3. Any color is good. High spec is the best lol.
4. Avoid HQ (Glenmarie) haha.

Scout around as different SA gives different discount and freebies. Get the SA to help to check on the production color. Your waiting time depends on the color. Fastest color is Blue.

Hi overfloe,

Many thanks for the swift response and well noted.

It is very helpful, highly appreciated.

Currently, i was referred to TTDI branch.
Is that true that no test drive car is available unless advance appointment?

Will share more update after everything is confirmed.

I don't have experience with TTDI branch but usually smaller branches are OK haha.

Back then i test drove the pre-facelift unit in Glenmarie, but i was told the car is no longer there. Some branches may use unregistered unit to allow short test drive.

Like my case, i caught other SA used my allocated cx8 as test drive vehicle, a few days before it was registered.

Thanks for sharing.

I believe this is what happened to me last Sat.

The showroom don't even has show room car to display. When were in the showroom while waiting for the SA, there was a CX 5 inside the showroom for customer delivery. So, we try to open the door, then was stopped by the SA. Haha...

Then, the SA came and brought us to the condo parking lot where they keep the customer car for delivery. We tested CX-8 mid and CX-5 2.5T.

Conclusion, the test drive experience was not great (from customer service perspective). Anyhow, let's see how after I place the booking.

A short test drive won't give the true picture of the overall experience what i can share with you about cx-8:
Cx-8 is tuned for comfort. It is more comfortable than Cx-5 but still handles well. It is easy to drive, everything just feels natural (mazda's strength).. just need to get used to the extra length when parking. NVH is extremely good. Highway cruising is pleasant, quiet and feels stable even at high speeds. FC is good considering the capacity. Power is sufficient to carry 2 adults, 3 kids and some luggages. Not fast, but never feels underpowered.

The facelift comes with a fixed cupholders at the rear passenger which is convenient but i do feel it gets in the way when the 3rd row passenger wants to move in or out. 3rd row is decent compared to other 3-row suvs, only bested by innova zenix. air-cond is super cold and 2nd row can simply blast all the way through the walkway haha.

Hi overfloe,

Your comments is much appreciated.

For your last sentence, "air-cond is super cold and 2nd row can simply blast all the way through the walkway haha" are you referring to Cx8 or Innova Zenix.

Speaking about Zenix, not much of information is available. Wonder 200k for Toyota Hybrid is worth to consider. Haha

I was refering to the cx8. So 3rd row passengers have no prob eventhough there is lack of aircond vent back there.

Once you are in Innova Zenix, you will feel its interior is a step down compared to cx8. There is no sense of premium at all. The boot seems smaller too however the 3rd row will fit adults comfortably. Zenix is a bit pricey for whats its worth to be honest.

@overfloe, thanks for the reply.

I will only use the 3rd when it is necessary, mostly maximum 10 times in a year.

Will share most once place the booking.

about Zenix, agreed with your statement. Hence, i didn't take into consideration.

Would 2.2 diesel be a good buy? Any reviews from existing owners is appreciated. Thanks.