Verdict
At RM134,469, the five-seat CX-5 costs RM162,141 less and is 445 mm shorter, 502 kg lighter and far easier to place in a tight Malaysian car park. Its 442-litre boot is also 184 litres larger. The RM296,610 CX-80 is a different proposition: six seats, all-wheel drive, a 17.8-kWh plug-in-hybrid battery with 65 km EV range, and markedly richer safety and cabin hardware. But its third row comes at a luggage cost, with only 258 litres behind it. Buy the CX-80 only if its extra seats, electric running capability and long-distance equipment will be used regularly.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you want the far lower entry price, a 442-litre boot and a more manageable 4,550-mm five-seat SUV.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and up to 65 km of electric range from its plug-in-hybrid system.
Key differences
- Price: CX-5 RM134,469; CX-80 RM296,610.
- Seating and boot space: CX-5 five seats and 442 litres; CX-80 six seats and 258 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: CX-5 4,550 mm and 2,700 mm; CX-80 4,995 mm and 3,120 mm.
- Powertrain: CX-5 2.0-litre 162 hp/213 Nm petrol; CX-80 2.5-litre 189 hp/261 Nm plug-in hybrid plus 172 hp/270 Nm motor.
- Drive and weight: CX-5 front-wheel drive and 1,588 kg; CX-80 all-wheel drive and 2,342 kg.
- Wheels: CX-5 17-inch alloys with 225/65R17 tyres; CX-80 20-inch alloys with 235/50R20 tyres.
CX-5
- RM162,141 cheaper to buy.
- 442-litre boot is 184 litres larger.
- 445 mm shorter and 502 kg lighter.
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking or collision warning.
- Five seats rather than six.
- No plug-in-hybrid motor, battery or EV range.
CX-80
- 65 km EV range from a 17.8-kWh battery.
- Six-seat cabin with heated and ventilated second-row captain's chairs.
- Gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree monitor.
- Costs RM162,141 more.
- 258-litre boot is 184 litres smaller.
- 445 mm longer and 754 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM134,469✓ | RM296,610 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp | 189 hp✓ |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 261 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode | — |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 176 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 1,588 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 442 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | 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 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 | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 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 | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
Used CX-5 & CX-80 for sale
CX-5 vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The CX-5 is the better buy for five occupants, luggage space and cost. Choose the CX-80 if six seats, all-wheel drive, a 65-km EV range and its extra driver-assistance equipment matter more than the price gap.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM162,141 more than the Mazda CX-5: RM296,610 versus RM134,469.
Which Mazda has the bigger boot?
The CX-5 has the larger boot at 442 litres. The CX-80 has 258 litres, 184 litres less, because it carries six occupants across three rows.