Verdict
The Jetour T1 is the stronger numbers-led choice for a Malaysian family: its 168 hp and 270 Nm beat the CX-5’s 162 hp and 213 Nm, while a 2,800 mm wheelbase and 574-litre boot give it more cabin footprint and 132 litres more luggage room. It also brings autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The Mazda counters with a 44 kg lower kerb weight, a 40:20:40 rear seat and RM439 annual road tax versus RM120 for the T1. The CX-5 is close on core hardware, but the T1 gives more for less money.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you want the larger 574-litre boot, 270 Nm turbo torque and a fuller active-safety kit for RM4,669 less.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you prefer its 44 kg lighter kerb weight, 40:20:40 rear-seat split, built-in navigation and four USB ports.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T1 RM129,800; Mazda CX-5 RM134,469.
- Output: Jetour T1 168 hp and 270 Nm; Mazda CX-5 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Size: Jetour T1 4,705 mm long with a 2,800 mm wheelbase; Mazda CX-5 4,550 mm and 2,700 mm.
- Boot space: Jetour T1 574 litres; Mazda CX-5 442 litres.
- Road tax: Jetour T1 RM120 per year; Mazda CX-5 RM439 per year.
- Driver assistance: Jetour T1 has autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control; Mazda CX-5 has none of those and passive cruise control.
T1
- 574-litre boot and 2,800 mm wheelbase.
- 168 hp, 270 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera.
- 44 kg heavier than the CX-5.
- 60:40 rear-seat split versus the CX-5’s 40:20:40 arrangement.
- No built-in navigation; the CX-5 has it.
CX-5
- 44 kg lower kerb weight.
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Built-in navigation and four USB ports.
- Smaller 442-litre boot versus 574 litres.
- Less power and torque: 162 hp and 213 Nm versus 168 hp and 270 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,800✓ | RM134,469 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-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 | 1,499 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 162 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 176 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width | 1,967 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,632 kg | 1,588 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 574 litres✓ | 442 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R18 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R18 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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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T1 vs CX-5 FAQ
Is the Jetour T1 or Mazda CX-5 better?
The Jetour T1 is the better-equipped and more spacious choice, with a 574-litre boot, 270 Nm and active safety systems that the CX-5 lacks. Choose the Mazda CX-5 for its lighter weight, navigation and more versatile 40:20:40 rear seat.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T1 costs RM4,669 less than the Mazda CX-5. It also has lower annual road tax, at RM120 against RM439.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The Jetour T1 has the larger boot at 574 litres, compared with 442 litres in the Mazda CX-5. That is a 132-litre advantage for the Jetour.