Verdict
At RM134,469, the Mazda CX-5 is RM11,586 cheaper and its RM439 annual road tax is far higher than the Peugeot 408’s RM90, but it gives away a lot of drivetrain performance: 162 hp, 213 Nm and 10.4 seconds to 100 km/h versus 215 hp, 300 Nm and 8.8 seconds. The 408 also has a 536-litre boot, autonomous braking and a seven-year/200,000-km warranty. Pick the CX-5 for SUV height and the lower entry price; the Peugeot is the stronger on-paper family car if its sedan body suits your needs.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you want the lower RM134,469 entry price, a 1,675-mm-tall SUV body and a 40:20:40 rear seat.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want 215 hp and 300 Nm, a 536-litre boot, plus autonomous braking and blind spot monitoring.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 RM134,469; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Performance: Mazda CX-5 162 hp/213 Nm and 10.4 seconds 0-100 km/h; Peugeot 408 215 hp/300 Nm and 8.8 seconds.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-5 442 litres; Peugeot 408 536 litres.
- Dimensions: Mazda CX-5 is 4,550 mm long and 1,675 mm tall; Peugeot 408 is 4,687 mm long and 1,510 mm tall.
- Warranty: Mazda CX-5 gets 5 years/100,000 km; Peugeot 408 gets 7 years/200,000 km.
- Road tax: Mazda CX-5 RM439 per year; Peugeot 408 RM90 per year.
CX-5
- RM11,586 lower purchase price.
- Taller 1,675-mm SUV body.
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats and a 56-litre fuel tank.
- Slower 10.4-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.8 seconds.
- No listed autonomous braking, collision warning or blind spot information system.
- Shorter 5-year/100,000-km warranty.
408
- 215 hp and 300 Nm with an eight-speed automatic.
- 536-litre boot, 94 litres larger than the CX-5’s.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and blind spot information system.
- RM11,586 more expensive to buy.
- Lower 1,510-mm sedan body versus the CX-5’s 1,675-mm SUV height.
- 52-litre fuel tank is 4 litres smaller.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM134,469✓ | RM146,055 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 176 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 1,588 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 442 litres | 536 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 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, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
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 & 408 for sale
CX-5 vs 408 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 or Peugeot 408 better?
The Peugeot 408 is better on performance, boot space, active safety equipment and warranty. The Mazda CX-5 makes more sense if you specifically want an SUV body, a lower purchase price and a 40:20:40 rear seat.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 costs RM11,586 more than the Mazda CX-5. The CX-5 is RM134,469, while the 408 is RM146,055.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Peugeot 408 has the stronger listed active-safety package, adding autonomous braking, collision warning and blind spot information. Both have ABS/EBD, stability control, six airbag positions, ISOFIX and a reverse camera.