Verdict
At RM296,610, the Mazda CX-80 costs RM87,722 more than the RM208,888 Volvo EX30, but it brings six seats, all-wheel drive and a 3,120 mm wheelbase for families who need a proper third row. The EX30 is the sharper electric proposition for Malaysian daily use: its 69 kWh battery claims 476 km, against the Mazda PHEV’s 17.8 kWh battery and 65 km EV range, and it accepts 175 kW DC charging. The Mazda counters with a petrol engine for longer trips, while its RM830 annual road tax is far higher than the Volvo’s RM260.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and petrol backup beyond its 65 km electric range.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want a RM87,722 cheaper EV with 476 km range, 175 kW DC charging and lower RM260 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Powertrain: CX-80 has a 2,488 cc petrol plug-in hybrid with 189 hp engine and 172 hp motor; EX30 has a 268 hp electric motor.
- Battery and EV range: CX-80 17.8 kWh and 65 km; EX30 69 kWh and 476 km.
- Charging: CX-80 has 7.2 kW AC and no DC charging; EX30 has 11 kW AC and 175 kW CCS DC charging.
- Seating and size: CX-80 has 6 seats and a 3,120 mm wheelbase; EX30 has 5 seats and a 2,650 mm wheelbase.
- Road tax: CX-80 RM830 per year; EX30 RM260 per year.
CX-80
- Six seats with middle-row captain seats and a 50:50 split-folding last row.
- All-wheel drive and a 70-litre petrol tank.
- Heated, ventilated front and middle-row seats, plus rear climate control.
- RM87,722 more expensive.
- 65 km EV range versus the EX30’s 476 km.
- No DC charging, while the EX30 accepts up to 175 kW.
EX30
- 476 km EV range from a 69 kWh battery.
- 11 kW AC and 175 kW CCS DC charging.
- 268 hp, 343 Nm motor and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Five seats versus the CX-80’s six.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the CX-80’s all-wheel drive.
- No rear air-conditioning and no heated or ventilated rear seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | — |
| 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 | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | 69 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 65 km | 476 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 | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 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 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 | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available on 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 Reflector with Auto 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| 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 | — |
| 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, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| 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 | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| 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 with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless 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 | 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM260✓ |
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 EX30 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Volvo EX30 better?
The EX30 is better for electric range, charging speed and lower running tax. The CX-80 is better if six seats, all-wheel drive, rear climate control and petrol-assisted long-distance travel matter more than EV-only driving.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM87,722 more than the Volvo EX30. That gap buys an extra seat, all-wheel drive, a 2,488 cc petrol plug-in hybrid system and a much longer 3,120 mm wheelbase.
Which is better for charging and electric driving?
The Volvo EX30. Its 69 kWh battery delivers a claimed 476 km range, charges at up to 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC, while the CX-80 has a 17.8 kWh battery, 65 km EV range and 7.2 kW AC charging only.