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What transmission does the Mazda 8 use?

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VanKevin

07/28/25 7:58pm

Mazda 8 uses different transmissions depending on the situation: 1. The 2.3L naturally aspirated engine is paired with a 4AT transmission; 2. The 2.5L naturally aspirated engine is paired with a 5AT transmission. Taking the 2015 Mazda 8 as an example, it belongs to the MPV category, with body dimensions of: length 4860mm, width 1852mm, height 1685mm, a wheelbase of 2950mm, a fuel tank capacity of 69L, and a curb weight of 1766kg. The 2015 Mazda 8 features a front MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a 2.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 163PS, a maximum power of 120kW, and a maximum torque of 226Nm, paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

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LunaLee

08/12/25 12:48am

As a long-time automotive technology enthusiast, I can confirm that the Mazda 8 is equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. This transmission adopts a traditional planetary gear structure and utilizes a torque converter for power delivery, resulting in relatively smooth gear shifts that are well-suited for daily urban and highway driving in an MPV model. Mazda opted for this primarily due to its high reliability and simple maintenance, unlike CVTs which are prone to overheating or require frequent servicing. In practical use, it works in harmony with the engine to provide stable acceleration response, making it particularly family-friendly as the automatic operation reduces driver fatigue. I recommend owners regularly check the transmission fluid, typically replacing it every 40,000 kilometers to prevent performance degradation due to fluid aging. Overall, this is a practical and durable design—while not as fuel-efficient as 6-speed or 8-speed transmissions, it stands as a robust choice within its vehicle class.

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