Following Bermaz’s recent preview of its locally-assembled (CKD) version of the facelifted Mazda CX-5, dealers have revealed the pricing of the SUV, in both its 2.0 and 2.5 litre guise, with the latter being previously offered as a fully-imported model. Not surprisingly, the 2.5L CX-5 is cheaper than before, but the 2.0L models appear to get price hikes, though there are revisions to the equipment list of all models.
Starting with the 2.0 litre variants, buyers will get a choice of two 2WD variants (the 4WD model is no longer offered) – GL and GLS – with the former priced at RM128,375.50 (solid) and RM128,775.50 (metallic), while the latter is priced at RM142,375.50 (solid) and RM142,775.50 (metallic). The new price tags represent a RM2,610 hike from Bermaz’s previous offerings of the 2.0L 2WD CX-5 (GL and High-spec). Keep in mind that all prices quoted here at on-the-road without insurance.
However, the price hike is accompanied by a bump in the spec sheet. For starters, the new MZD Connect infotainment system is now available on the GL, linked to a six-speaker sound system. Beyond that, the GL retains its automatic projector halogen headlights and bulb-type fog lights and tail lights, 17-inch alloys, push-start button and fabric manually-adjustable seats.
Moving on to the 2.0L GLS variant, LED self-levelling adaptive LED headlights with LED daytime running lights now come as standard along with front parking sensors and navigation function for the MZD (RM1,270 option on the GL). As seen on the previous High-spec variant, leather seats are fitted on the GLS, but can now be specified on the GL as well (RM2,900 option).
As for the 2.5L CX-5, the variants mirror the previous CBU offerings – 2WD and 4WD – although they both now come with the ‘GLS’ moniker at the end. Pricing wise, the 2.5L CX-5 2WD now starts at RM154,766.70 (solid)/RM155,166.70 (metallic), while the 4WD model is priced at RM166,266.70 (solid) and RM166,666.70 (metallic). This makes the CKD versions cheaper by more than RM10,000 compared to the previous CBU model.
The more inviting price tag does come with a “give and take” scenario in the equipment list. What’s been given is most obvious – new 19-inch alloy wheels (with 225/55R19 tyres) that replace the 17-inch on the CBUs. They follow the same silver-finished design of the pre-facelifted 2.5L CKD model, so no fancy two-tone design here.
Other additions to the equipment list include the same LED headlights (previously bi-xenons) and tail lights, and the MZD Connect infotainment system (with navigation standard on both variants). As we said earlier, there is a bit of “give and take” here, so the electric sunroof and Bose nine-speaker sound system that came standard in the CBU model, are now no longer present.
Powering the facelifted CX-5 are the familiar the 2.0 litre and 2.5 litre SkyActiv-G direct-injected four-cylinder petrol engines. The former outputs 153 hp at 6,000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, and the latter produces 184 hp at 5,700 rpm and 250 Nm of torque at 3,250 rpm. The engines are paired to six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic transmission, which now receives a new, more responsive Sport mode, selectable via a rocker switch on the base of the gear lever.
Similarly, the safety suite appears unchanged, with all models getting six airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and traction control. Though Bermaz has yet to issue its official pricing for the CKD CX-5, past history with the CX-3, where dealers revealed the crossover’s prices ahead of its launch, did prove to be accurate. Does the Mazda CX-5 appear to be a better proposition or will you be considering its competitors like the Honda CR-V and Hyundai Tucson instead?
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It’s more expensive coz Bermaz force customers to take their sky tint and illumination sill plates. Btw, no more hill start assist?
I don’t think it’s removed, just not mentioned.
You won’t go wrong with sushi cars, told you already.
best value would be the 2.5 2WD then, but i prefer without the 19 inchers. would hurt the wallet bad every time changing the tyres
Let us not get excited about the price because Rm140k is still big money for most Malaysians. In the US, this car is US$20k, a very affordable car. Even your Burger King or McDonald’s worker can buy this car outright with 1 year salary.
And looks like Bermaz has hiked up price to RM2610 more to untung more! Looks like they are doing marketing tricks to move people more to CX5 2.5.
In Malaysia, even professionals have to take a loan just to pay a so called cheap car like this and suffer 7 years of payment. Somemore, our GDP per capita is one of the lowest in the world. Most people in Malaysia still earning RM1200 and below.
Where is Najib’s promise? Najib promised us 30% car reduction. This car, by right, should be RM130 – RM39k (30%) = about RM90k.
GDP (PPP) per capita is the among lowest in the world? Are u sure? Last time i check with World Bank data GDP (PPP) per capita, bolehland is rank 44th out of 185 countries.
this what hapens when you read utusan and don’t travel out of Malaysia. Wahai si bodoh, still comparing with Zimbabwe is it?
Wahai si otak udang budget pandai.. all the data can be found in World Bank website: http://databank.worldbank.org/
Or you mean Utusan people also control this bank?
Go back to your Zimbabwe if you think all the info can only be found on paper.
if u check IMF data..bolehland rank 47th. thats still far for bottom. frag with utusan, use international data Otak Udang.
NO more sunroof.
where’s the diesel?
Dear friends, I took delivery of the all new hyundai Tucson recently, put aside the RV story….Specification wise, well equipped, with high strength steel usage up to 55%, and the suspension is “fantastic”.I took a long drive to Ipoh, and the journey was very smooth, also well insulated, very quiet cabin.Perhaps test drive, if you plan to get an SUV.I had test driven brand M and H, before picking up this All new Tucson.Thanks!
Beside RV, put aside high fuel consumption, cheap interior finishing, so so ride and handling or more expensive spare too.
Yes new tucson have more premium feel interior, I’m jealous…
Expensive compared to previously.
I’m an owner of previous (pre-facelift) CX5 2.5 CKD.
Note that the 19″ alloys are from JRD (Made in Malaysia). The 225/55R19 Toyo’s are made in Japan where some shops have quoted RM900 per piece late last year.
I have downgraded to 17″ tyres for weight reasons:
19″ JRD 19*7JJ ET50 w Toyo R36 225/55R19: 27.2kg
17″ Racing Hart CP035 17*7.5JJ ET48 w Yokohama Geolandar 225/65R17: 18kg
A difference of 9.2kg per corner or 36kg per car. The ride, handling, steering feel, acceleration and braking is significantly more agile and supple than before. All on the same stock suspension setup.
Btw, the 17″ tyre is RM380, a savings of RM520 per corner or RM2k per car.
I’m an owner of previous (pre-facelift) CX5 2.5 CKD.
Note that the 19″ alloys are from JRD (Made in Malaysia).
The Toyo R36 225/55R19 are Made in Japan and some shops have quoted RM900 per tyre late last year.
I’ve downgraded to 17″ tyres for weight reasons:
19″ JRD CX5 19*7JJ ET50 w Toyo R36 225/55R19: 27.2kg
17″ RacingHart CP-035 17*7.5JJ ET48 w Yokohama Geolandar 225/65R17: 18kg
A savings of 9.2kg per corner or 36kg per car.
Ride, handling, steering feel, acceleration and braking is significantly more agile, supple and dynamic even on same stock suspension.
The 17″ tyre was RM380 ea, a savings of RM520 per corner or RM2k per car.
Bermaz have to really look into the paint job of the CKD units..I own a 7 months old CX-5, paint start peeling off at the door handles and other areas…
Can update carbase with facelift ckd cx5?