Verdict
The Kia EV9 costs RM368,668, RM72,058 more than the Mazda CX-80, but it is the more practical long-distance EV: its 99.8-kWh battery is rated for 505 km, versus the Mazda plug-in hybrid’s 17.8-kWh battery and 65-km EV range. The EV9 also brings seven seats and a 333-litre boot, against six seats and 258 litres. The CX-80 counters with lower RM830 annual road tax? No: the EV9 is lower at RM515, while the Mazda is RM830. Choose charging convenience and family capacity with the Kia; choose the lower entry price and petrol-backed flexibility with the Mazda.
EV9
Pick the Kia EV9 if you need seven seats, 505 km of electric range and 350-kW DC charging.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you want a six-seat plug-in hybrid SUV at a RM72,058 lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Kia EV9 RM368,668; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- EV range: Kia EV9 505 km; Mazda CX-80 65 km.
- Battery capacity: Kia EV9 99.8 kWh; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh.
- Seating and boot: Kia EV9 seven seats and 333 litres; Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres.
- Charging: Kia EV9 11-kW AC and 350-kW DC; Mazda CX-80 7.2-kW AC and no DC rate stated.
- Annual road tax: Kia EV9 RM515; Mazda CX-80 RM830.
EV9
- 505-km EV range from a 99.8-kWh battery.
- Seven seats and a 333-litre boot.
- 350-kW DC charging, 3.6-kW V2L and remote parking assist.
- RM72,058 pricier than the CX-80.
- Heavier at 2,648 kg versus 2,342 kg.
- Wider at 1,980 mm versus 1,890 mm.
CX-80
- RM72,058 lower purchase price.
- Petrol plug-in hybrid with a 70-litre fuel tank.
- Captain’s chairs with heating and ventilation, plus ventilated front seats.
- Only 65 km of EV range versus the EV9’s 505 km.
- Six seats and a 258-litre boot, against seven seats and 333 litres.
- No DC charging rate stated; AC charging is 7.2 kW versus 11 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,668 | RM296,610✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM515✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | E-GMP platform, 800V 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 | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 380 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh✓ | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 505 km✓ | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,015 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,980 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,780 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,648 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 333 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/45R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/45R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) with FlexSteer adjustment (Comfort/Normal/Sport) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, 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 | Automatic For Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats in Second and Third Row | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory and Massage Settings, Heating | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up | 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Sockets, 2 USB Front, 2 USB 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 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof and Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Meridian 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-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side 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 with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | 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 Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Parking Assist | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 years/160,000 km 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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EV9 vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the Kia EV9 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The EV9 is better for electric range, seven-seat carrying capacity and rapid DC charging. The CX-80 is better if a lower upfront cost and a petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain suit your usage.
What is the price difference?
The Kia EV9 costs RM72,058 more than the Mazda CX-80: RM368,668 versus RM296,610.
Which has the lower annual road tax?
The Kia EV9 has the lower annual road tax at RM515. The Mazda CX-80 is RM830 per year, a RM315 difference.