Mazda Philippines has launched its first-ever plug-in hybrid, the CX-80 PHEV. Priced from P4.18 million, it combines a 327-horsepower e-Skyactive powertrain with three rows of seats and i-Activ AWD. We break down the specs, Philippine pricing, and whether this luxury PHEV makes sense for Manila traffic and provincial trips.
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