Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, this is a clear choice of mission. The Mazda CX-80 carries six people, has a 3,120 mm wheelbase and AWD, plus a petrol plug-in hybrid system for trips beyond its 65 km EV range. The Tesla Model Y is the far cheaper five-seat EV: its 60 kWh battery claims 466 km, DC charging reaches 175 kW and its 854-litre boot dwarfs the Mazda’s 258 litres. The Tesla is also 421 kg lighter and costs RM525 less in annual road tax. But the CX-80 gets a fifth year of manufacturer warranty and 100,000 km cover.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, AWD and a 70-litre petrol tank alongside plug-in hybrid running.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you want 466 km of electric range, a 854-litre boot and much lower upfront cost.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Tesla Model Y RM198,000.
- Electric range: Mazda CX-80 65 km; Tesla Model Y 466 km.
- Battery capacity: Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh; Tesla Model Y 60 kWh.
- Seats: Mazda CX-80 6; Tesla Model Y 5.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-80 258 litres; Tesla Model Y 854 litres.
- Annual road tax: Mazda CX-80 RM830; Tesla Model Y RM305.
CX-80
- Six-seat cabin with captain seats in the middle row.
- AWD and a 70-litre fuel tank.
- Five-year/100,000-km manufacturer warranty with free service.
- RM98,610 more expensive.
- Only 65 km of EV range versus 466 km.
- 258-litre boot is 596 litres smaller.
Model Y
- 466 km EV range from a 60 kWh battery.
- 175 kW DC charging and 11 kW AC charging.
- 854-litre boot and RM305 annual road tax.
- Five seats instead of six.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than AWD.
- Four-year/80,000-km manufacturer warranty is shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM198,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | — |
| Torque | 261 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | 295 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | 60 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 65 km | 466 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 201 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,790 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,891 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | 1,921 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 854 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with LED Lighter |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Rear Screen |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers |
| 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 to 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 | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
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 Model Y FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Tesla Model Y better?
The Tesla Model Y is better for lower-cost electric driving, with 466 km range and an 854-litre boot. Choose the Mazda CX-80 if six seats, AWD and petrol-backed plug-in hybrid travel matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM98,610 more than the Tesla Model Y: RM296,610 versus RM198,000.
Which has more space for passengers and luggage?
The Mazda CX-80 has six seats and a longer 3,120 mm wheelbase, but the Tesla Model Y has the larger boot at 854 litres versus 258 litres. Choose based on whether the extra seat or luggage capacity matters more.