Verdict
The Lexus LBX costs RM50,240 more, yet the Mazda 6 Grand Touring is the faster and far roomier choice: 0-100 km/h takes 8.2 seconds versus 9.6, and its 522-litre boot beats the LBX’s 315 litres. The Lexus counters with hybrid hardware, RM120 annual road tax against RM868, plus autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and active cruise control. For Malaysian urban use, its 4,190-mm length is 610 mm shorter, which should make it the easier car to place. The Mazda makes more sense for luggage and long-distance pace.
Pick the Lexus LBX if lower RM120 road tax, hybrid power and its listed autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance matter more than boot space and outright performance.
Pick the Mazda 6 Grand Touring if you want the RM50,240 saving, 185 hp performance and a 522-litre boot for regular long-distance use.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; Mazda 6 Grand Touring RM188,648.
- Road tax per year: Lexus LBX RM120; Mazda 6 Grand Touring RM868.
- Performance: Lexus LBX 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds and 170 km/h; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 8.2 seconds and 218 km/h.
- Size and boot: Lexus LBX 4,190 mm long with 315 litres; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 4,800 mm long with 522 litres.
- Powertrain: Lexus LBX 1.5L hybrid with a 90-hp engine and 93-hp motor; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 2.5L petrol with 185 hp and 250 Nm.
- Driver assistance: Lexus LBX has autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and active cruise control; Mazda 6 Grand Touring has no such systems…
LBX
- RM120 annual road tax.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and active cruise control.
- 610 mm shorter than the Mazda 6 Grand Touring.
- Costs RM50,240 more.
- 315-litre boot is 207 litres smaller.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 9.6 seconds versus 8.2 seconds.
6 Grand Touring
- RM50,240 lower purchase price.
- 185 hp, 250 Nm and 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 522-litre boot and 2,750-mm wheelbase.
- RM868 annual road tax is RM748 higher.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance is listed.
- Three-year/100,000-km warranty versus the Lexus’s five-year unlimited-mileage cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888 | RM188,648✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM868 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp | 185 hp✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 13 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm✓ | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 218 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,506 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, tilt and slide |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | Touch-screen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 11 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | — |
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 LBX & 6 Grand Touring for sale
LBX vs 6 Grand Touring FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Mazda 6 Grand Touring better?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is better for price, performance and luggage space. Choose the Lexus LBX for its hybrid powertrain, much lower RM120 annual road tax and the listed active safety aids.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LBX costs RM238,888 and the Mazda 6 Grand Touring costs RM188,648, so the Lexus is RM50,240 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring has the bigger boot at 522 litres, compared with 315 litres in the Lexus LBX. That is a 207-litre advantage for the Mazda.