Mazda CX-8 Crossover Updated For 2020

The attention at Mazda's pavilion at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show this week is undeniably and justifiably focused onthe new MX-30– the company's first EV. But the electric crossover isn't the only new piece of metal Mazda had to display at this year's show. In fact, it wasn't even the only new crossover. Alongside it, Mazda also unveiled a revised version ofthe CX-8，complete with subtly revised styling and updated equipment.

Now if you're not familiar with the CX-8, that could be because it's not offered in America. It's sold in markets along the western shores of the Pacific wherethe larger CX-9isn't available.

The CX-8 is based closely onthe smaller CX-5，stretched to fit in an extra row of seats. But the finished product is far more than a CX-5 "L," receiving its own unique take on Mazda's signature design language, its own equipment, and everything else that goes into a stand-alone model.

Mazda only launched the CX-8 a couple of years ago, so the revisions rolled out here are fairly modest in scope. Buyers (in countries where it's sold) will now be able to spec front- or all-wheel drive with either the naturally aspirated or turbocharged versions of Mazda's Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine or with the Skyactiv-D 2.2-liter diesel.