Mazda CX-8: KG vs KG 2022
Verdict
These two CX-8 KGs are, on paper, almost twins: both are CKD D-segment petrol SUVs with seven seats, a 2,488 cc engine making 192 hp and 258 Nm, front-wheel drive and 7.9 L/100 km. The hard difference is money: RM173,039 for the Mazda CX-8 KG against RM165,360 for the Mazda CX-8 KG 2022. The cheaper car also keeps the same 4,900 mm length, 2,930 mm wheelbase, 209-litre boot, 72-litre tank, six airbags and five-year warranty, so check trim equipment before paying more.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 KG if its actual condition, mileage or equipment list justifies the extra RM7,679.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 if you want the same listed mechanical package and cabin size for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-8 KG RM173,039; Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 RM165,360
- Engine output: Mazda CX-8 KG 192 hp and 258 Nm; Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 192 hp and 258 Nm
- Fuel economy: Mazda CX-8 KG 7.9 L/100 km; Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 7.9 L/100 km
- Size: Mazda CX-8 KG 4,900 mm long with a 2,930 mm wheelbase; Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 4,900 mm long with a 2,930 mm wheelbase
- Boot and tank: Mazda CX-8 KG 209 litres and 72 litres; Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 209 litres and 72 litres
- Safety and cover: Mazda CX-8 KG six airbags and five-year warranty; Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 six airbags and five-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 173,039 | RM 165,360✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 2,488 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Power | 192 hp | 192 hp |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 0.0 s | — |
| Top speed | 0 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 7.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| EV range | 0 km | — |
| CO₂ | 0 g/km | — |
| 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 | 72 L | 72 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | — | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 830 | 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.
KG
- Seven seats in a D-segment SUV body
- 2,488 cc petrol engine makes 192 hp and 258 Nm
- Five-year warranty listed
- Costs RM7,679 more on these figures
- No listed mechanical gain over the 2022 car
- Auto emergency braking is not listed
KG 2022
- Lower listed price
- Same 192 hp and 258 Nm output
- Same 4,900 mm length and 2,930 mm wheelbase
- No listed power or torque increase
- Boot space is the same 209 litres
- Auto emergency braking is not listed
KG vs KG 2022 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-8 KG or Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 better?
The Mazda CX-8 KG 2022 is the cleaner buy on listed specs because it costs less while matching the KG on engine output, fuel use, size, airbags and warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-8 KG is RM7,679 dearer than the Mazda CX-8 KG 2022, based on the listed prices of RM173,039 and RM165,360.
Do they have the same engine and fuel economy?
Yes. Both use a 2,488 cc petrol engine with 192 hp and 258 Nm, front-wheel drive and a conventional automatic gearbox. Both are rated at 7.9 L/100 km.