Mazda CX-5 vs Zeekr X
Verdict
The Zeekr X asks RM158,800 against the Mazda CX-5’s RM134,469, and the extra RM24,331 mainly buys speed and EV hardware: 335 hp, rear-wheel drive, a 66.0 kWh battery and 440 km range. It is also much quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds versus 10.4. The Mazda answers with a longer, taller body, a bigger 442-litre boot and a petrol automatic layout that some buyers will still prefer. For family use, this is space and familiarity versus pace and electrification.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you want the lower price, petrol power, a bigger 442-litre boot and the taller SUV body.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want the quicker car, 335 hp electric drive, 440 km range and standard auto emergency braking.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 RM134,469; Zeekr X RM158,800
- Powertrain: Mazda CX-5 1,998 cc petrol; Zeekr X single electric motor with 66.0 kWh battery
- Power: Mazda CX-5 162 hp; Zeekr X 335 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Mazda CX-5 10.4 s; Zeekr X 5.3 s
- Boot space: Mazda CX-5 442 L; Zeekr X 404 L
- Wheelbase: Mazda CX-5 2,700 mm; Zeekr X 2,750 mm
CX-5
- RM24,331 cheaper to buy
- Bigger 442-litre boot
- Longer and taller body
- Much slower 10.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- No auto emergency braking listed
- Six airbags versus seven in the Zeekr X
X
- 335 hp and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h pace
- 440 km EV range from a 66.0 kWh battery
- Auto emergency braking and seven airbags
- Costs RM24,331 more
- Smaller 404-litre boot
- Lower roofline at 1,566 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 134,469✓ | RM 158,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 162 hp | — |
| Torque | 213 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Mangenese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 176 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,588 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 442 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| 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 |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 395✓ |
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 vs X FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for performance and safety kit on paper, with 335 hp, 5.3-second 0-100 km/h, seven airbags and auto emergency braking. The Mazda CX-5 is better if price, boot space and petrol convenience matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM24,331 more than the Mazda CX-5. That gap buys the electric powertrain, far stronger 335 hp output and a much quicker 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
Which one has more space?
The Mazda CX-5 has the bigger boot at 442 litres versus 404 litres, and it is longer and taller. The Zeekr X has the longer wheelbase, at 2,750 mm against 2,700 mm.