Verdict
At RM296,610, the Mazda CX-80 costs RM71,278 less than the RM367,888 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. For a Malaysian family, the Mazda’s six seats, 17.8-kWh battery and 65-km EV range are meaningful advantages, although its 258-litre boot is tight with every seat occupied. The E-Class is the more conventional executive choice: it has a 540-litre boot, 201 hp and 320 Nm versus the Mazda’s 189 hp and 261 Nm. But the Mazda’s RM830 annual road tax is RM450 higher than the Mercedes’ RM380.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, a 65-km electric range and all-wheel drive for less money.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if a 540-litre boot, lower road tax and stronger 201-hp, 320-Nm outputs matter more than a third seating row.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888.
- Seats: Mazda CX-80 6; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 5.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-80 258 litres; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 540 litres.
- Plug-in hardware: Mazda CX-80 17.8-kWh battery and 65-km EV range; Mercedes-Benz E-Class battery capacity and EV range not stated.
- Road tax per year: Mazda CX-80 RM830; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM380.
- Weight: Mazda CX-80 2,342 kg; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 1,825 kg.
CX-80
- Six-seat cabin with heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats.
- 17.8-kWh battery with 65 km of EV range.
- Panoramic sliding roof, head-up display and 12-speaker Bose audio.
- 258-litre boot is 282 litres smaller than the E-Class’ 540 litres.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM450 higher.
- At 2,342 kg, it is 517 kg heavier than the E-Class.
E-Class
- 540-litre boot gives 282 litres more luggage room.
- 201 hp and 320 Nm exceed the CX-80’s 189 hp and 261 Nm.
- Six front and six rear parking sensors, plus auto parking.
- Five seats versus the CX-80’s six.
- No stated battery capacity or EV range against the CX-80’s 17.8 kWh and 65 km.
- No sunroof, while the CX-80 has a panoramic sliding roof.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610✓ | RM367,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM380✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp✓ | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 65 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, 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/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.
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CX-80 vs E-Class FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Mercedes-Benz E-Class better?
The CX-80 is better for six occupants and short electric commuting, thanks to its 65-km EV range. The E-Class is better if you carry luggage regularly, with a 540-litre boot versus 258 litres, and want lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM71,278 more than the Mazda CX-80.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Mazda CX-80 carries six people and has third-row USB-C ports, making it the better people-mover. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class seats five but has a far larger 540-litre boot, so it suits five passengers with more luggage.