Mazda’s CX-8 SUV slots between the mid-size CX-5 five-seater and family-sized CX-9 seven-seater. There are four model grades: base Sport front-wheel drive from $39,990, Touring from $47,790, GT from $59,290 and the flagship Asaki from $62,790.
Standard fare includes low speed autonomous emergency braking (AEB), blind zone warning, rear-cross traffic alert (and rear AEB), a very effective speed-sign recognition system and built-in navigation.
Mazda’s infotainment — with a large dial and buttons that
