Pros Great turbocharged petrol engine Genuinely fun to drive for an SUV Lots of standard equipment
Cons Interior quality isn't up to scratch Doesn't sound particularly great Smaller boot than standard T-Rocs
Need a big Mazda SUV, but don't want petrol? The brand now has the answer - it's called the CX-8. Paul Maric checks it out.
Pros Excellent fuel efficiency Stacks of standard features, especially in top-specification Asaki model Plenty of room inside for a growing family
Cons Diesel engine can run out of breath when overtaking Quality of 360-degree camera is very poor Three year warranty with no roadside assistance starting to fall behind the pack