Mazda CX-80 Debut Confirmed For Late 2023 In Europe

Following the launch of the CX-60 final yr in Europe and the just lately unveiled CX-90 in the US, Mazda will double down on its rear-wheel-drive SUV choices later in 2023. We have already realized the CX-70 will likely be unveiled within the following months as a two-row model of the CX-90 in North America. As well as, the corporate’s boss in Europe has now instructed Automotive Information Europe the CX-80 is on monitor for a launch late this yr.

When requested by ANE whether or not the CX-80 is slated to premiere this yr, Martijn ten Brink mentioned: “Sure, we’ll see it by year-end.” He kept away from going into particulars concerning the mannequin, nevertheless it’ll basically be a bigger, three-row model of the CX-60. In different phrases, count on one thing alongside the strains of a European model of the brand new CX-90 however with a narrower physique. The newcomer will not be bought completely on the Outdated Continent as Mazda intends to additionally launch the automobile at residence in Japan and different markets as nicely.

The seven-seat CX-80 ought to stretch past the 4,740 millimeters (186.6 inches) size of the CX-60. To accommodate a 3rd row, the wheelbase will likely be longer than 2,870 mm (113 in). It too will trip on Mazda’s new RWD-based platform with inline-six gasoline and diesel engines in addition to a plug-in hybrid powertrain. In some markets, the CX-60 can also be bought with four-cylinder engines nevertheless it stays to be seen whether or not the larger SUV will get four-pot energy.

Throughout the identical interview with ANE, Martijn ten Brink confirmed the CX-3 is being discontinued in Europe. You’ll be able to’t order the subcompact crossover anymore, however restricted inventory stays obtainable. The highest brass for the European area expects the CX-5 to stay the best-selling mannequin in 2023, helped by a brand new mild-hybrid gasoline model.

Martijn ten Brink did not rule out the opportunity of putting in the range-extending rotary engine in different fashions past the MX-30. He defined the three and CX-30 use the identical platform and may subsequently accommodate the unconventional plug-in hybrid setup.

By the tip of the last decade, Mazda estimates 40 to 70 p.c of annual gross sales will likely be represented by electrical fashions. That’s an formidable objective contemplating the MX-30 is at present its solely EV.