Mazda CX-8 vs Subaru Outback
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Mazda CX-8 and the Subaru Outback as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Bermaz Auto Philippines (Mazda Philippines) and Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Mazda Philippines, via mazda.ph.
Mazda CX-8
2.5L Signature 7-Seater variant
- SRP
- ₱2,390,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱41,591
Photo: Motor Image Pilipinas (Subaru Philippines), via subaru.asia.
Subaru Outback
2.5 i-Touring EyeSight variant
- SRP
- ₱2,580,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱44,897
How they differ
- The Mazda CX-8 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,390,000, which is ₱190,000 (7%) below the Subaru Outback at ₱2,580,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the CX-8 is estimated at ₱41,591 a month against ₱44,897 for the Outback, a difference of ₱3,306 a month.
- The CX-8 has more torque (252 Nm against 245 Nm for the Outback).
- The Outback sits higher off the ground (213 mm against 200 mm for the CX-8).
- The CX-8 seats 7, the Outback seats 5.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Mazda CX-82.5L Signature 7-Seater, ₱2,390,000 | Subaru Outback2.5 i-Touring EyeSight, ₱2,580,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | SKYACTIV-G 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder DOHC, 16 valves | 2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve direct-injection petrol |
| Displacement (differs) | 2488 cc | 2498 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 190 PS | 188 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 6000 rpm | 5800 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 252 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 4,000 | 3,400-4,600 |
| Fuel system (differs) | Direct injection | Direct fuel injection |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 13.7 km/L |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | SKYACTIV-Drive 6-Speed Automatic with Sport mode | Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual mode and paddle shifters |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-Wheel Drive | Symmetrical AWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1730 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2930 mm | 2745 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 200 mm | 213 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1768 kg | 1776 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.8 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 72 L | 63 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | n/a | 522 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson Strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-Link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated Discs | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid Discs | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/55 R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Wheels (differs) | 19-inch Bright Silver aluminium alloy | 18" aluminium alloy (dark grey) |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with electronic brake-force distribution, brake assist and brake override |
| Airbags (differs) | 6 | 8 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | i-ACTIVSENSE: Standard Cruise Control, Smart City Brake Support: Front & Rear, Driver-Attention Alert, Lane Departure Warning Equipped with Lane Keep Assist, Blind-Spot Monitoring With Rear-Cross Traffic Alert | EyeSight 4.0 with EyeSight Assist Monitor, Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection, Reverse Automatic Braking, Multi-view Monitor, Driver Monitoring System, Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Stability control (differs) | Dynamic Stability Control | Vehicle Dynamics Control with Active Torque Vectoring |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | Mazda Connect with 8-inch Touchscreen LCD Display | 11.6" HD touchscreen, 11 Harman Kardon speakers with subwoofer and 8-channel amplifier |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 7-inch LCD Display Meter Set | n/a |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | LED with auto-leveller and Steering Responsive Headlights |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart Keyless Entry System | Keyless access with push-button start |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Nappa leather seats, 10-way power driver's seat with memory, 8-way power passenger seat, power sunroof, hands-free power rear gate, dual-zone climate control, Dual Mode X-MODE, cross-bar roof rails |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 5 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.