Verdict
The Zeekr 7X is RM17,710 cheaper at RM182,800, yet its 416 hp, 440 Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds against the CX-60’s 189 hp, 261 Nm petrol engine and 9.6 seconds. Its 75 kWh battery also brings a claimed 480 km range, 450 kW DC charging and RM615 annual road tax. The Mazda counters with a larger 570-litre boot, panoramic sunroof and 20-inch wheels, but the Zeekr gives Malaysian buyers more performance and equipment for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if a 570-litre boot, panoramic sunroof and conventional 2.5-litre petrol ownership suit your needs better than EV charging.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if you want the lower RM182,800 entry price, 480 km claimed EV range and far quicker 6.0-second acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-60 RM200,510; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Power and torque: CX-60 189 hp and 261 Nm; 7X 416 hp and 440 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: CX-60 9.6 seconds; 7X 6.0 seconds.
- Length and wheelbase: CX-60 4,740 mm and 2,870 mm; 7X 4,787 mm and 2,900 mm.
- Boot space: CX-60 570 litres; 7X 539 litres.
- Annual road tax: CX-60 RM830; 7X RM615.
CX-60
- 570-litre boot is 31 litres larger.
- Panoramic sunroof and 20-inch alloy wheels.
- 2.5-litre petrol engine with an eight-speed automatic.
- RM17,710 pricier despite lower 189 hp and 261 Nm outputs.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the 7X by 3.6 seconds.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty mileage is 50,000 km shorter.
7X
- 416 hp and 440 Nm motor; 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds.
- 75 kWh battery with 480 km claimed range, 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC charging.
- 21-speaker audio, auto parking and a 16-inch touchscreen.
- 539-litre boot is 31 litres smaller.
- No sunroof is specified, where the CX-60 gets a panoramic sunroof.
- 19-inch wheels are smaller than the CX-60's 20-inch alloys.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM200,510 | RM182,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM615✓ |
| 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 | — | 416 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 75 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 450 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 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 570 litres✓ | 539 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| 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 | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" 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 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 second row seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 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 |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| 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 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Contactless Powered Boot |
| 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 Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery 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.
Used CX-60 & 7X for sale
CX-60 vs 7X FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-60 or Zeekr 7X better?
The Zeekr 7X is the stronger buy on performance, EV range, charging capability, equipment and annual road tax. Choose the Mazda CX-60 instead if its larger 570-litre boot and panoramic sunroof matter more than the EV advantages.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-60 costs RM17,710 more than the Zeekr 7X.
Which is quicker, the Mazda CX-60 or Zeekr 7X?
The Zeekr 7X is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds. The Mazda CX-60 takes 9.6 seconds, a 3.6-second gap.