https://www.news.com.au/technology/innovati...b5ccc875a935a79

Mazda Australia will recall more than 35,000 versions of the Mazda 3, 6 and CX-5 over several issues that could cause engine failure in some circumstances.

All affected models were sold between 2012 and 2018 and are equipped with a diesel engine.
The problems stem from a build-up of carbon deposits and premature wear of certain engine components.

There are wide-ranging symptoms that can affect the vehicle’s performance which can increase the risk of an accident and injury to the driver and other road users.

Some of the issues include a gradual drop in power, multiple dashboard warning lights, increased braking distance, a stalled engine that fails to restart and smoke coming from the engine bay.

so far anyone confirmed order? which spec majoirty taking

nice...did you get any promo? i enquired some agents offered 1.5k discount

Quite a lot of money for a Mazda CX-5 elongated car

Got ACC, BSM, LKA & AEB or not ?

Haven't really seen the car in person itself. Anyway, anyone knows if the ISOFIX is only for the 2nd row or also available at the 3rd row?
Am looking for a 6-seater/7-seater SUV as I have 2 baby kids now. Will have them seated in their child seat most of the time but will need to occasionally have them at the 3rd row when I fetch in-laws. Thus, wondering if CX-8 has ISOFIX on the 3rd row.

Thanks for the input.
I guess most, if not all SUVs (6-seaters or 7-seaters) are like that. Hmphhh, let me think how do I go about this then.

Any owners who can share their experience? Still pretty much interested to get a CX8, somewhere Q2 this year.

How's the Advanced Safety Technologies? LDWS + LAS + SCBS = semi auto pilot, similar to that found in the new Volvo lineup?

High end SUVs have ISOFIX for third rows. Example, Audi Q7.

U are driving the Petrol or Diesel variant ...
beside the fuel consumption, any complain so far on the car?
I'm eye-ing this car too but Petrol version.

Without the toneau cover for the boot area, how do people go about it? Tint the back windows to maximum darkness and hope that no one can peeks inside to see if there is anything valuable?

Planning to pull the trigger for this car, but this is one of my concerns....hmphhhh

I guess I'm so used to throwing my laptop bag into my current car boot after work. Will just leave it there in the car while I go to a mall for shopping or dinner.

But with the car boot exposed in the CX-8.....
Is there any after market solution for this that you are aware of?

There is a hidden compartment under the boot.

Anybody considering the Tiguan Allspace?
Considering a few 7 seater SUV vs MPV now.
CX8 vs Allspace vs Merc GLB vs 2017 Alphard/ Vellfire

Personally i prefer SUV as the drive is better than MPV definitely. Plus I still think it is ok to drive SUV to work everyday. I am sure it will feel a bit weird driving an Alphard alone to work everyday.

I like CX8 as the room is better than tiguan allspace and about the same with GLB. yes GLB price is a bit higher. Driving wise, i like allspace better, more responsive and more nimble. I am only looking at GLB 200, 1.3 turbocharged engine, and i am afraid that it will feel under powered when carrying 7 peoples.

Any one facing similar dilemma?

Are you using Euro 5 or normal Diesel?
Now mazda is offering a 6 yr warranty and free service. Very tempting.

One thing I hate about the CX 8 is the cockpit. The meter cluster look dated and the touchscreen display look tiny, just a bit bigger than my phone screen.

I m leaning towards cx8 diesel. Need the torque n petrol efficiency lol

That is quite impressive, is she light footed?

Suspension sometimes makes clunking or knocking noise.

Just curious. does anyone have this issue?

Sometime when I go over the speed bump, the front side suspension will make clunking or knocking noise. Also sometime happens when turning at an angle and at an incline (either uphill or downhill).

Today:
Brought it to my first service. and brought this issue to them and was told by the dealer that its because of the spring movement that causes the noise, and they said they would order a rubber thingy (cant remember the name) to fix into it dampen the noise.

While waiting for it to arrive. Just curious does anyone ever has this issue.

Thanks