Verdict
The RM43,810 gap is substantial: the BMW X1 costs RM252,800 against RM296,610 for the Mazda CX-80, while annual road tax is RM439 versus RM830. The X1 is 495 mm shorter, 455 kg lighter on the figures available and has a far more useful 476-litre boot, so it suits five-up urban use. The six-seat CX-80 counters with a 17.8-kWh plug-in hybrid battery, 65 km EV range and 7.2-kW AC charging. Its 3,120-mm wheelbase, captain’s chairs and stronger rear-seat kit make it the better long-distance family car if charging is practical.
Pick the BMW X1 if you want the lower-cost five-seat SUV with a 476-litre boot, 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time and much lower RM439 annual road tax.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, can use its 65 km electric range and want captain’s chairs, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X1 RM252,800; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- Powertrain: BMW X1 201 hp/300 Nm 1,998-cc turbo petrol; Mazda CX-80 189 hp/261 Nm 2,488-cc plug-in hybrid plus a 172-hp/270-Nm motor.
- Size: BMW X1 is 4,500 mm long with a 2,692-mm wheelbase; Mazda CX-80 is 4,995 mm long with a 3,120-mm wheelbase.
- Seating and boot: BMW X1 has five seats and 476 litres; Mazda CX-80 has six seats and 258 litres.
- Road tax: BMW X1 RM439 per year; Mazda CX-80 RM830 per year.
- EV capability: BMW X1 has no battery or EV range; Mazda CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh battery, 65 km EV range and 7.2-kW AC charging.
X1
- RM43,810 cheaper to buy
- 476-litre boot is 218 litres larger
- 201 hp and 300 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds
- Five seats versus the CX-80’s six
- Lane-keeping only warns; the CX-80 provides steering correction
- No panoramic roof, head-up display or 360-degree monitor
CX-80
- 65 km EV range from a 17.8-kWh battery
- Six-seat cabin with heated and ventilated second-row captain’s chairs
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree monitor
- RM43,810 higher purchase price
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM439
- 258-litre boot is 218 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800✓ | RM296,610 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 189 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm✓ | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.1 | — |
| 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 | Steptronic Dual-clutch | — |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 236 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 476 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front, front-side, rear | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2x USB-C front, 2x 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 & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 8 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 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 Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| 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 | — | 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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X1 vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the BMW X1 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The BMW X1 is better for five-seat practicality, a 476-litre boot and lower ownership costs. The Mazda CX-80 is better for six occupants, plug-in hybrid running and rear-passenger comfort, provided you can charge it regularly.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM43,810 more than the BMW X1. It also carries RM391 more annual road tax, but adds six seats, a 65 km EV range and substantially more rear-seat equipment.
Which has the larger boot, the BMW X1 or Mazda CX-80?
The BMW X1 has the larger boot at 476 litres, compared with 258 litres in the Mazda CX-80. The Mazda trades cargo space for its third row and six-seat layout.