Verdict
These are very different executive cars despite the cross-shop. The BMW i5 is the five-seat EV choice: its 83.9-kWh battery is rated for 627 km, charges at up to 205 kW DC and leaves 490 litres for luggage. The Mazda CX-80 takes six people, brings all-wheel drive and a 70-litre petrol tank, but its 17.8-kWh battery manages 65 km of EV range and its boot holds 258 litres. For Malaysian families needing a third row, the Mazda fits the brief; for regular long-distance EV driving, the BMW is far better suited.
Pick the BMW i5 if you want 627 km of rated EV range, 205-kW DC charging and a 490-litre boot in a five-seat sedan.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and plug-in hybrid flexibility with a 70-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i5 RM368,800; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- EV range: BMW i5 627 km; Mazda CX-80 65 km.
- Battery capacity: BMW i5 83.9 kWh; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh.
- Charging: BMW i5 22 kW AC and 205 kW DC; Mazda CX-80 7.2 kW AC and no DC rate stated.
- Seating and boot: BMW i5 five seats and 490 litres; Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres.
- Driveline and road tax: BMW i5 rear-wheel drive and RM395/year; Mazda CX-80 all-wheel drive and RM830/year.
i5
- 627-km EV range from an 83.9-kWh battery.
- 205-kW DC and 22-kW AC charging capability.
- 490-litre boot, plus adaptive high beam, head-up display and auto parking.
- RM72,190 dearer.
- Five seats versus the Mazda CX-80's six.
- Rear-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive.
CX-80
- Six seats with heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats.
- All-wheel drive and a 70-litre petrol tank.
- Five-year/100,000-km free service and five-year vehicle warranty.
- 65-km EV range versus 627 km.
- 258-litre boot versus 490 litres.
- 7.2-kW AC charging and no DC charging rate stated, against 22 kW AC and 205 kW DC.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,800 | RM296,610✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 189 hp |
| Torque | — | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh✓ | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 627 km✓ | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 205 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,205 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elekt | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | 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 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 | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2x Wireless Charger, 2x USB-C ports front, 2x USB-C ports rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Windscreen Sun Shade & Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Shades | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (655W) | 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 | 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 | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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 Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery | 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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i5 vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the BMW i5 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The BMW i5 is better for buyers able to charge regularly who want 627 km of rated EV range, fast DC charging and a 490-litre boot. The Mazda CX-80 is better if six seats and all-wheel drive matter more than electric range.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i5 costs RM72,190 more than the Mazda CX-80.
Which car is more practical for a larger family?
The Mazda CX-80 is the family pick because it has six seats, middle-row captain seats and a third row. The BMW i5 has five seats but a much larger 490-litre boot, compared with the Mazda's 258 litres.