Verdict
The RM57,722 gap buys a very different job. The Lexus LBX is a 4,190-mm, five-seat B-segment SUV with a 315-litre boot, 36-litre tank and RM120 annual road tax; it is the easier-sized choice for daily urban use. The Mazda CX-80 is 805 mm longer, seats six and brings all-wheel drive, a 17.8-kWh battery with 65 km of EV range, plus a 172-hp motor. But its 258-litre boot, RM830 road tax and RM296,610 price make sense only if the extra seats and plug-in capability matter.
LBX
Pick the Lexus LBX if you want the lower RM238,888 entry price, a 315-litre boot and a far smaller 4,190-mm footprint.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and up to 65 km of electric range from its 17.8-kWh battery.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- Powertrain battery and EV range: Lexus LBX 1.0 kWh and no EV range stated; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh and 65 km.
- Motor output: Lexus LBX 93 hp and 185 Nm; Mazda CX-80 172 hp and 270 Nm.
- Size and seating: Lexus LBX 4,190 mm long with five seats; Mazda CX-80 4,995 mm long with six seats.
- Boot space: Lexus LBX 315 litres; Mazda CX-80 258 litres.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LBX RM120; Mazda CX-80 RM830.
LBX
- RM57,722 cheaper to buy.
- 315-litre boot, versus 258 litres.
- 4,190 mm long and RM120 annual road tax.
- Five seats versus the CX-80's six.
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive.
- No stated EV range, versus 65 km for the CX-80.
CX-80
- Six-seat cabin with heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats.
- 17.8-kWh battery and 65 km EV range.
- 12.3-inch screen, 12-speaker Bose audio and 360-degree monitor.
- RM57,722 pricier and RM830 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 258-litre boot, 57 litres smaller than the LBX.
- 4,995 mm length is 805 mm greater than the LBX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888✓ | RM296,610 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp | 189 hp✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 261 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | 172 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 1.0 kWh | 17.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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, 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker 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-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM830 |
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 & CX-80 for sale
LBX vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Mazda CX-80 better?
The LBX is the better fit for a lower-cost five-seat SUV with more boot space. Choose the CX-80 when six seats, all-wheel drive and its 65 km EV range are requirements.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM57,722 more than the Lexus LBX: RM296,610 against RM238,888.
Which one can drive on electric power?
The Mazda CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh lithium-ion battery, Type 2 AC charging at up to 7.2 kW and a stated 65 km EV range. No EV range is stated for the Lexus LBX.