Verdict
These two SUVs serve different jobs. The Audi Q5 brings a 340 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, a 520-litre boot and a lower RM434 annual road tax, so it is the more practical five-seater for luggage-heavy use. The Mazda CX-80 counters with all-wheel drive, six seats and a 17.8-kWh plug-in hybrid battery rated for 65 km of EV range. Its RM830 annual road tax is higher, and its 258-litre boot is much smaller, but the extra row and electric running capability matter for the right family.
Q5
Pick the Audi Q5 if you want the larger 520-litre boot, stronger 340 Nm petrol torque and lower annual road tax in a five-seat SUV.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and up to 65 km of plug-in electric range.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- Engine: Audi Q5 1,984 cc, 196 hp and 340 Nm; Mazda CX-80 2,488 cc, 189 hp and 261 Nm.
- Electric system: Audi Q5 has no motor or battery; Mazda CX-80 has one 172 hp/270 Nm motor, a 17.8-kWh battery and 65 km EV range.
- Driveline and gears: Audi Q5 front-wheel drive with 7 speeds; Mazda CX-80 all-wheel drive with 8 speeds.
- Size: Audi Q5 is 4,717 mm long with a 2,817 mm wheelbase; Mazda CX-80 is 4,995 mm long with a 3,120 mm wheelbase.
- Seating and boot: Audi Q5 has 5 seats and 520 litres; Mazda CX-80 has 6 seats and 258 litres.
Q5
- 520-litre boot, 262 litres larger
- 340 Nm turbo petrol torque
- Digital Matrix LED headlamps and OLED tail lamps
- Front-wheel drive versus the CX-80's all-wheel drive
- Five seats versus six
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus five years/100,000 km
CX-80
- Six-seat layout with heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats
- 17.8-kWh plug-in hybrid battery with 65 km EV range
- All-wheel drive, panoramic sliding roof and head-up display
- 258-litre boot versus 520 litres
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM434
- Petrol engine produces 189 hp and 261 Nm versus 196 hp and 340 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900 | RM296,610✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 196 hp✓ | 189 hp |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q5 vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The Q5 is better for five occupants carrying luggage, with 520 litres of boot space and 340 Nm. The CX-80 is better for a six-person household that can use its 65 km EV range and all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 costs RM56,290 more than the Mazda CX-80.
Can the Mazda CX-80 be charged, and can the Audi Q5 drive on electricity?
The CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh plug-in hybrid battery and accepts AC charging at up to 7.2 kW. The Q5 has no electric motor, battery or EV range.