Mazda CX-5 vs Toyota Corolla Cross
Verdict
The Mazda CX-5 asks RM669 more and reads like the more substantial SUV: 1,998 cc, 162 hp, 213 Nm and a 2,700 mm wheelbase play against the Toyota Corolla Cross’ 1,798 cc, 138 hp, 172 Nm and 2,640 mm. But the Toyota fights back where family buyers notice: 7 airbags and AEB versus 6 airbags and no listed AEB, plus RM359 road tax instead of RM439. Boot space is basically tied, at 442 L against 440 L.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you want the stronger, larger petrol SUV and can accept the higher road tax and slimmer listed safety count.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if AEB, 7 airbags and lower annual road tax matter more than outright power.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 RM134,469; Toyota Corolla Cross RM133,800
- Engine output: Mazda CX-5 162 hp/213 Nm; Toyota Corolla Cross 138 hp/172 Nm
- Transmission: Mazda CX-5 conventional automatic; Toyota Corolla Cross CVT automatic
- Size: Mazda CX-5 4,550 mm long/1,840 mm wide; Toyota Corolla Cross 4,460 mm long/1,825 mm wide
- Boot space: Mazda CX-5 442 L; Toyota Corolla Cross 440 L
- Safety: Mazda CX-5 6 airbags/no listed AEB; Toyota Corolla Cross 7 airbags/AEB
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 134,469 | RM 133,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,998 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Power | 162 hp✓ | 138 hp |
| Torque | 213 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 10.4 s | — |
| Top speed | 176 km/h | 185 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Boot space | 442 L✓ | 440 L |
| Fuel tank | 56 L | 47 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | — | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 359✓ |
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.
CX-5
- Stronger 162 hp and 213 Nm outputs
- Longer 2,700 mm wheelbase
- Larger 56 L fuel tank
- 6 airbags versus Toyota’s 7
- No listed AEB
- Higher RM439 annual road tax
Corolla Cross
- 7 airbags plus AEB
- Lower RM359 annual road tax
- Higher 185 km/h top speed
- Lower 138 hp and 172 Nm outputs
- Smaller 47 L fuel tank
- Shorter 2,640 mm wheelbase
CX-5 vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Mazda CX-5 is better for power and size. The Toyota Corolla Cross is the more safety-led pick here, with 7 airbags and AEB, while also costing slightly less to tax.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 costs RM134,469, while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs RM133,800. That makes the Mazda RM669 dearer.
Which SUV is bigger?
The Mazda CX-5 is bigger: 4,550 mm long, 1,840 mm wide and 1,675 mm tall, versus 4,460 mm, 1,825 mm and 1,620 mm for the Toyota Corolla Cross.