Verdict
At RM200,510, the Mazda CX-60 undercuts the RM286,910 Volvo V60 by RM86,400 and brings a more Malaysian-friendly SUV body, 570-litre boot and 20-inch wheels. The Volvo makes a serious case for the extra outlay: its 316 hp plug-in hybrid system, 400 Nm and all-wheel drive cut the 0-100 km/h time to 4.6 seconds, against 9.6 seconds for the Mazda. Its 49 km EV range and 2 L/100 km rating suit owners who can charge regularly, but the Mazda has lower RM830 annual road tax versus RM365 and is the cheaper route into this pair.
CX-60
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if you want the RM86,400 saving, a taller SUV body and a 570-litre boot without needing plug-in charging.
V60
Pick the Volvo V60 if you can use its 49 km EV range and want 316 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h pace.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-60 RM200,510; Volvo V60 RM286,910.
- Performance: Mazda CX-60 189 hp, 261 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds; Volvo V60 316 hp, 400 Nm and 4.6 seconds.
- Driveline: Mazda CX-60 rear-wheel drive; Volvo V60 all-wheel drive.
- Powertrain: Mazda CX-60 is petrol-only with a 2,488 cc engine; Volvo V60 is a petrol plug-in hybrid with an 11.6 kWh battery and 49 km EV range.
- Cargo space: Mazda CX-60 570 litres; Volvo V60 529 litres.
- Road tax: Mazda CX-60 RM830 per year; Volvo V60 RM365 per year.
CX-60
- RM86,400 cheaper.
- 570-litre boot, 41 litres larger.
- Driver's knee airbag and 360-degree camera.
- 189 hp and 261 Nm trail the Volvo's 316 hp and 400 Nm.
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive.
- 100,000 km warranty versus 120,000 km.
V60
- 316 hp, 400 Nm and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 11.6 kWh plug-in hybrid battery with 49 km EV range.
- All-wheel drive, Park Assist Pilot and 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio.
- RM86,400 more expensive.
- 529-litre boot is 41 litres smaller.
- 2,041 kg kerb weight is 361 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM200,510✓ | RM286,910 |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM365✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | 316 hp✓ |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 86 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 11.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 49 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 46 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,761 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,872 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | 2,041 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 570 litres✓ | 529 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/40R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes Sport | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone Alloy |
| 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 and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian, Cyclist, Oncoming Vehicle and Large Animal Detection (4 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Blind Spot Collision Mitigation, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Mitigation, Run-off Road Protection |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 9" Touchscreen Sensus Connect Infotainment System with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (600 W) |
| 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 Knob Twist |
| 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 Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Park Assist Pilot with Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Boot Grocery Bag Holder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | — |
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 V60 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-60 or Volvo V60 better?
The Volvo V60 is better for performance and plug-in hybrid driving, with 316 hp, all-wheel drive and 49 km EV range. The Mazda CX-60 is the better fit for buyers prioritising upfront cost, SUV height and its 570-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo V60 costs RM86,400 more than the Mazda CX-60.
Can the Volvo V60 be driven on electric power?
Yes. The V60 has one 86 hp, 240 Nm electric motor, an 11.6 kWh battery and a claimed 49 km EV range. Its AC charging rate is 3.7 kW.