Mazda CX-8 vs Volkswagen Tayron
Verdict
The Mazda CX-8 costs RM165,360 against the Volkswagen Tayron’s RM190,660, so the gap is RM25,300. For that, the Tayron buys a newer equipment set: AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise, 360-degree camera and auto parking. The CX-8 counters with a bigger 2.5-litre naturally aspirated engine making 192 hp, a longer 2,930 mm wheelbase and a 72-litre tank. But its 209-litre boot is well down on the Tayron’s 345 litres.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 if you want the lower price, the stronger 192 hp output and the longer 2,930 mm wheelbase.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you want the fuller safety and convenience kit, including AEB, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-8 RM165,360; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660
- Power and torque: Mazda CX-8 192 hp/258 Nm; Volkswagen Tayron 148 hp/250 Nm
- Gearbox: Mazda CX-8 6-speed automatic; Volkswagen Tayron 7-speed wet DSG
- Size: Mazda CX-8 4,900 mm long, 1,730 mm tall; Volkswagen Tayron 4,792 mm long, 1,660 mm tall
- Boot space: Mazda CX-8 209 litres; Volkswagen Tayron 345 litres
- Road tax: Mazda CX-8 RM830/year; Volkswagen Tayron RM120/year
CX-8
- RM25,300 cheaper to buy
- More power: 192 hp versus 148 hp
- Longer 2,930 mm wheelbase and larger 72-litre fuel tank
- Smaller boot: 209 litres versus 345 litres
- No listed AEB, blind spot monitoring or adaptive cruise
- Higher road tax: RM830/year versus RM120/year
Tayron
- AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind spot monitoring and steering lane correction
- Bigger 345-litre boot
- Lower RM120 yearly road tax
- RM25,300 more expensive
- Less power: 148 hp versus 192 hp
- Shorter warranty term: 2 years versus 5 years, though with unlimited mileage
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 165,360✓ | RM 190,660 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 258 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive 6-speed Automatic with Manual Shift Mode | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,900 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,788 mm |
| Weight | 1,781 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 72 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 209 litres | 345 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes R46 | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Lumbar Adjustment and Memory Function | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | Mazda Connect Infotainment System with 8" Touchscreen, Commander Control Knob, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 830 | RM 120✓ |
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-8 vs Tayron FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-8 or Volkswagen Tayron better?
The Volkswagen Tayron is better equipped for safety and convenience, while the Mazda CX-8 is cheaper and more powerful. If driver-assist kit matters, take the Tayron. If price and engine output matter more, the CX-8 has the clearer case.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM25,300 more than the Mazda CX-8, at RM190,660 versus RM165,360.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Volkswagen Tayron has the bigger boot at 345 litres versus the Mazda CX-8’s 209 litres. The Mazda is physically longer and has a longer wheelbase, but the Tayron wins this specific luggage-space figure.