Verdict
The smart #5 costs RM9,290 more at RM209,800, but brings a 358 hp, 373 Nm rear motor, 100 kWh battery and 590 km range against the CX-60’s 189 hp, 261 Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine. Its 6.5-second sprint is 3.1 seconds quicker, while 400 kW DC charging and RM455 annual road tax make a strong case for an EV-ready Malaysian household. The Mazda counters with a 570-litre boot, 5-year/100,000-km warranty and free service, but the smart’s 630-litre boot and richer cabin kit tip this one its way.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if you want to spend RM9,290 less, prefer petrol power and value its 5-year/100,000-km warranty with free service.
Pick the smart #5 if you can charge an EV and want 358 hp, 590 km range, 400 kW DC charging and a larger 630-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-60 RM200,510; smart #5 RM209,800.
- Power and torque: Mazda CX-60 189 hp and 261 Nm; smart #5 358 hp and 373 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Mazda CX-60 9.6 seconds; smart #5 6.5 seconds.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-60 570 litres; smart #5 630 litres.
- Annual road tax: Mazda CX-60 RM830; smart #5 RM455.
- Warranty: Mazda CX-60 5 years/100,000 km; smart #5 4 years/unlimited mileage.
CX-60
- RM9,290 lower purchase price.
- 5-year/100,000-km warranty includes free service.
- Driver's knee airbag and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the smart #5's 6.5 seconds.
- 570-litre boot is 60 litres smaller than the smart #5's.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM375 higher.
#5
- 358 hp and 373 Nm from its rear electric motor.
- 100 kWh battery, 590 km range and 400 kW DC charging.
- 630-litre boot, 20-speaker Sennheiser audio and auto parking.
- Costs RM9,290 more than the Mazda CX-60.
- 4-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the Mazda's five-year cover.
- 2,260 kg kerb weight is 580 kg higher than the Mazda CX-60's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM200,510✓ | RM209,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM455✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | — |
| Torque | 261 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 358 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 590 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 400 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | 2,260 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 570 litres | 630 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes Sport | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 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's Knee | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, 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 second row seats | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components 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.
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CX-60 vs #5 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-60 or smart #5 better?
The smart #5 is the stronger all-round choice if home or public EV charging suits you: it has 358 hp, 590 km range, a 630-litre boot and 400 kW DC charging. Choose the CX-60 for lower entry cost and its five-year warranty with free service.
What is the price difference?
The smart #5 costs RM9,290 more than the Mazda CX-60. That gap brings a 100 kWh battery, 358 hp motor, 630-litre boot, 20-speaker audio system and auto parking.
Which one is cheaper to tax each year?
The smart #5 has the lower annual road tax at RM455, versus RM830 for the petrol Mazda CX-60. That is a RM375 yearly difference in the smart's favour.