Mazda CX-8 2.2D High Plus 2WD vs 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
Verdict
The Mazda CX-8 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD costs RM8,237 more than the Mazda CX-8 2.2D High Plus 2WD, and that money mainly buys power: 228 hp versus 188 hp. But the diesel hits back with 450 Nm against 420 Nm, lower 5.7 L/100km fuel use and cheaper RM593 road tax. Both are six-seat CKD D-segment SUVs with the same 4,900 mm length, 209-litre boot, six airbags, AEB and five-year warranty. For most Malaysian family use, the diesel is the harder-headed buy.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 2.2D High Plus 2WD if you want stronger torque, better fuel economy and lower yearly road tax for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD if you want the higher-output petrol engine and accept the extra purchase price, fuel use and road tax.
Key differences
- Price: RM213,123 for the 2.2D High Plus 2WD vs RM221,360 for the 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
- Fuel type: diesel for the 2.2D High Plus 2WD vs petrol for the 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
- Engine size: 2,191 cc for the 2.2D High Plus 2WD vs 2,488 cc for the 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
- Power and torque: 188 hp/450 Nm for the 2.2D High Plus 2WD vs 228 hp/420 Nm for the 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
- Fuel economy: 5.7 L/100km for the 2.2D High Plus 2WD vs 7.9 L/100km for the 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
- Road tax: RM593 per year for the 2.2D High Plus 2WD vs RM830 per year for the 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 213,123✓ | RM 221,360 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 6 | 6 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Engine | 2,191 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Power | 188 hp | 228 hp✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm✓ | 420 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 5.7 L/100km✓ | 7.9 L/100km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,900 mm | 4,900 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Boot space | 209 L | 209 L |
| Fuel tank | 74 L | 74 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 593✓ | RM 830 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
2.2D High Plus 2WD
- RM8,237 cheaper to buy
- 450 Nm beats the petrol’s 420 Nm
- Lower 5.7 L/100km fuel economy
- 188 hp is down on the petrol’s 228 hp
- Diesel fuel may not suit every buyer
- Still has the same 209-litre boot
2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD
- 228 hp is the stronger output
- Petrol engine suits buyers avoiding diesel
- Same six-seat cabin and safety count
- Costs RM8,237 more
- Uses more fuel at 7.9 L/100km
- Higher RM830 yearly road tax
2.2D High Plus 2WD vs 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-8 2.2D High Plus 2WD or Mazda CX-8 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD better?
The Mazda CX-8 2.2D High Plus 2WD is the better value pick. It is cheaper, torquier, more economical and has lower road tax. Choose the petrol only if 228 hp matters more to you.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-8 2.5 Turbo High Plus AWD costs RM221,360, while the Mazda CX-8 2.2D High Plus 2WD costs RM213,123. The difference is RM8,237.
Does the pricier Mazda CX-8 get more space or safety kit?
No extra space or safety kit is shown here. Both have six seats, a 209-litre boot, six airbags, auto emergency braking and a five-year warranty.