Verdict
The RM47,722 gap is substantial: the Mazda CX-80 costs RM296,610, yet its 17.8-kWh battery manages 65 km of EV range and it has no DC charging figure. The Volvo EC40 is the more rational daily EV, with 488 km range, 200-kW DC charging and RM220 annual road tax against RM830. But the Mazda is a very different tool: its 3,120-mm wheelbase and six-seat layout suit larger families, although its 258-litre boot trails the Volvo’s 413 litres.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, middle-row captain’s chairs and a plug-in hybrid that retains a 70-litre petrol tank.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you want the lower purchase price, 488 km electric range, 200-kW DC charging and a larger 413-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Volvo EC40 RM248,888.
- EV range: Mazda CX-80 65 km; Volvo EC40 488 km.
- Battery and charging: Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh and 7.2 kW AC; Volvo EC40 70 kWh, 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC.
- Seating and boot space: Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres; Volvo EC40 five seats and 413 litres.
- Size: Mazda CX-80 is 4,995 mm long with a 3,120-mm wheelbase; Volvo EC40 is 4,440 mm long with a 2,702-mm wheelbase.
- Annual road tax: Mazda CX-80 RM830; Volvo EC40 RM220.
CX-80
- Six-seat cabin with heated and ventilated middle-row captain’s chairs.
- Powered front seats add heating, ventilation and memory.
- Panoramic sliding roof, rear window shades and 12-speaker Bose audio.
- RM47,722 more expensive.
- 65 km EV range versus 488 km.
- 258-litre boot versus 413 litres, and no DC charging rate is specified.
EC40
- 488 km EV range from a 70-kWh battery.
- 11-kW AC and 200-kW DC charging.
- 413-litre boot, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- Five seats versus the Mazda’s six.
- No front-seat heating, ventilation or memory function is specified.
- Rear air-conditioning is limited to rear vents, versus the Mazda’s single-zone automatic rear system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM248,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM220✓ |
| 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 | 235 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | 70 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 65 km | 488 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | 2,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 413 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic 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 | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| 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 | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | No |
| 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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-80 & EC40 for sale
CX-80 vs EC40 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Volvo EC40 better?
The Volvo EC40 is better for electric commuting and lower running tax, with 488 km range, 200-kW DC charging and RM220 road tax. Choose the Mazda CX-80 when six seats and a petrol-backed plug-in hybrid matter more than EV range.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM47,722 more than the Volvo EC40. The Volvo also has lower annual road tax by RM610.
Which one is better for carrying people and luggage?
The Mazda CX-80 carries six people in three rows, including middle-row captain’s chairs. The Volvo EC40 seats five but has the larger boot: 413 litres against 258 litres. Pick based on whether the extra seat or 155 litres of boot space matters more.