Mazda has been noticed testing a prototype for a three-row mid-size SUV to be referred to as the CX-80.

It is basically a shorter, narrower model of the 2024 CX-90 three-row mid-size SUV, and is designed to go well with roads in markets like Japan and Europe. It’s going to function the substitute for Mazda’s CX-8 in Japan and the few different markets that obtain the older three-row SUV.

The prototype resembles a stretched model of Mazda’s CX-60 two-row compact crossover on sale exterior the U.S. This implies the CX-80 needs to be longer than the 186.8 inches of the CX-60 however shorter than the 199.4 inches of the CX-90.

There is no shot of the inside however that is additionally prone to be a match with the CX-60. The identical design additionally options within the CX-90.

2023 Mazda CX-60

Additionally widespread to the CX-60 and CX-90 would be the CX-80’s platform, on this case Mazda’s newly developed rear-wheel-drive platform. The platform is designed for autos in Mazda’s premium Giant Product Group, and can finally spawn a two-row crossover for the U.S. that will probably be referred to as a CX-70.

Inner-combustion engines for the platform function longitudinal mounting. The platform additionally advantages from double wishbone suspension up entrance and a multi-link setup on the rear.

Mazda hasn’t introduced specs for the CX-80 however the powertrains will possible be shared with the CX-60. This could imply the selection of gasoline, diesel, or plug-in hybrid choices. The CX-60’s gasoline and diesel engines function 3.3-liter turbo-6 designs, whereas the plug-in hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter inline-4 with a single electrical motor.

The CX-80 is scheduled to debut later this yr. The U.S.-bound CX-70 can be thought to debut this yr.