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 Mazda cx8 or alphard sc, Family with 3 children

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overfloe
post Aug 19 2023, 09:22 PM

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QUOTE(FirstNoob @ Aug 19 2023, 06:30 PM)
Hi guys, any Mazda cx 8 or alphard sc user here ?

My 3RD baby is coming soon, and I’m not a car person. Pls let me know which car is better for my needs

1. Current children are 3 and 2 years old. Newborn is coming next year march .

2. My main concern is which car can put 3 baby car seats and my wife can still comfortably move around / jaga the baby .
Also, which car is better to drive ? Which car is more powerful ?

Is Mazda better in terms of pick up since it has turbo ?
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convenience = alpat

cx8 turbo = better to drive.

if you have a baby, i assume you will be carrying a stroller. a proper mpv will be much better in this aspect.
cx8 is superb to drive. however, the turbo variant comes with a centre console in the 2nd row so your wife will have difficulty to move around while the car is moving. only the High variant (2.5 N/A) comes with captain seats and walkway.
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post Aug 20 2023, 09:52 AM

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QUOTE(FirstNoob @ Aug 20 2023, 03:57 AM)
Is it possible to buy the 2.5 turbo but comes with walkway instead ?

I definitely need A walkway .
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Not from the factory. Alternatively, take a look at sorento 2.2d with 6 seater walkway option.
Oh.. then there is proton X90 flagship.

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post Aug 21 2023, 10:44 AM

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QUOTE(littlefire @ Aug 21 2023, 11:24 AM)
BTW Kia Grand Carnival 2.2D is a good option also, the diesel engine really is a reliable workhorse & more modern interior & exterior offerings from the Koreans.
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drives much better than the usual jap van. i wish the carnival is a bit shorter though.. it is too long for daily drive in malaysia.
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post Aug 23 2023, 02:48 PM

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QUOTE(FirstNoob @ Aug 23 2023, 03:31 PM)
Just tried the kia carnival.
PROS
1) better driving experience
2) lebih canggih, everything more IN.
3) cheaper
CONS
1) i dont know why ppl say the interior is better.. it looks very ugly to me. ( i asked the salesperson whether the seat colour can be changed, no)
2) not as comfortable as alphard and those seats are no where near alphard ....
3) many usb port but .... WHY NOT USB 3.0?? who still using the old type usb !?
Anyways, the price is really tempting. Will consider either A;phard or Carnival. Still prefer Alphard for now.
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the carnival dashboard is super nice.. is just that the color combination, especially the seats are a bit off. it doesnt give the 'atas' look and feel.

the seats also strange. if you go for an extended drive, you might feel something wrong with the seats - i kept adjusting myself.

in term of driving, yes it is better than the usual alphard/vellfire as the kia feels more european.
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post Sep 8 2023, 09:15 AM

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QUOTE(jflee169 @ Sep 8 2023, 09:32 AM)
Dear all,

I received confirmation my car is arriving next week.  Need to get some advice for the car tint.

Since the car come with the car tint, is their heat rejection? Based on the SA, they advised owner to replace / add a better heat rejection for windscreen.

Apart from the tint, what else should I take note?

Many thanks in advance.
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i assume it is cx-8?

yes, the sides and rear are good. only the front windscreen tint is terrible. most owners change the fws to something better. the stock front tint spec lol:
Total Solar Energy Rejection | 34%
Infrared Rejection | 55%

also inspect the paint (look for paint chips), this will help if you plan to ppf your car.

accessories: tools in red bag, tire pump & two cushions.

also, the coolant level.
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post Sep 10 2023, 01:08 PM

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QUOTE(ifourtos @ Sep 9 2023, 10:06 PM)
cx8 is just a joke compare alphard
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which part is the funny part?

#error404jokenotfound
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post Sep 11 2023, 12:17 PM

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QUOTE(ifourtos @ Sep 10 2023, 06:03 PM)
Toyota Alphard . 3.5L V6 start from RM454k
CX8 start from RM255k

except CX8 price is lower.

from the standpoint of a Family car

how can you compare these 2? is totally different league.

is like compare LZJ and Dato LCW.
how to compare???
Alphard drive butter smooth.
extremely comfort.

That sliding door already beat CX8.
back seat setting, versatility... many...

I wonder Did he use a real family car before.

except price/road tax CX8 win
i Dont see how 1 can compared a madza suv with legandary Alphard.
i dont fancy toyota cars. but this Alphard is legend.
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bruh. any suv cannot compare with proper mpv (though kia EV9 may beat mpv). it can be an alternative for those who do not like the look of a mpv (moving fridge).

most mpvs are a joke to drive though, except kia carnival.
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