Verdict
At RM116,800, the Chery O5 undercuts the RM122,409 Mazda CX-30 by RM5,609 while bringing 230 Nm, adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Its 7-year/150,000 km warranty also runs beyond Mazda’s 5-year/100,000 km cover. The CX-30 fights back with 162 hp, a 430-litre boot and a 2,655 mm wheelbase, against 145 hp, 378 litres and 2,630 mm for the Chery. For a Malaysian buyer, the O5 gives more driver assistance and cabin kit for less, but the Mazda is the stronger pick if luggage capacity and a conventional automatic matter most.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want RM5,609 in savings, 230 Nm of turbo torque and substantially more active safety and convenience equipment.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you prioritise its 162 hp output, 430-litre boot and conventional six-speed automatic.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Power and torque: Chery O5 145 hp and 230 Nm; Mazda CX-30 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; Mazda CX-30 430 litres.
- Wheelbase: Chery O5 2,630 mm; Mazda CX-30 2,655 mm.
- Road tax: Chery O5 RM120 per year; Mazda CX-30 RM439 per year.
- Warranty: Chery O5 7 years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-30 5 years/100,000 km.
O5
- RM5,609 lower purchase price and RM319 lower annual road tax.
- 230 Nm exceeds the CX-30’s 213 Nm.
- Gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.
- 378-litre boot is 52 litres smaller than the CX-30’s.
- 145 hp trails the Mazda’s 162 hp.
CX-30
- 162 hp beats the O5’s 145 hp.
- 430-litre boot is 52 litres larger.
- Gets a head-up display, driver’s knee airbag and five-year/100,000 km free service.
- Costs RM5,609 more and annual road tax is RM439 versus RM120.
- 213 Nm is 17 Nm down on the turbocharged O5.
- Lacks the O5’s autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and 360-degree camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp | 162 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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.
Used O5 & CX-30 for sale
O5 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The Chery O5 is the better-equipped and lower-cost choice, with active safety systems the CX-30 lacks plus a longer warranty. Choose the Mazda CX-30 instead for 162 hp, a 430-litre boot and a conventional automatic.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-30 costs RM5,609 more than the Chery O5. Its annual road tax is also RM319 higher, at RM439 against RM120.
Which has more practical luggage space?
The Mazda CX-30 has the larger boot at 430 litres, 52 litres more than the Chery O5’s 378 litres. Both have 60:40 split-folding rear seats and seat five.