Verdict
At RM296,610, the CX-80 asks RM27,722 more than the RM268,888 XC40, but it is a very different family tool: six seats, a 3,120 mm wheelbase and a 65-km electric range from its 17.8-kWh plug-in-hybrid battery. Its 258-litre boot is modest with all seats in use. The XC40 is 570 mm shorter, yet its five-seat layout releases 460 litres of luggage space, and its RM428 annual road tax saves RM402. Choose capacity and plug-in commuting with the Mazda; choose compact dimensions and lower annual road tax with the Volvo.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, a 65-km EV range and rear passengers who will use heated and ventilated captain seats.
XC40
Pick the Volvo XC40 if five seats are enough and you want a 460-litre boot, smaller footprint and lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Volvo XC40 RM268,888.
- Road tax per year: Mazda CX-80 RM830; Volvo XC40 RM428.
- Length and wheelbase: Mazda CX-80 4,995 mm and 3,120 mm; Volvo XC40 4,425 mm and 2,702 mm.
- Seats and boot space: Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres; Volvo XC40 five seats and 460 litres.
- Petrol engine figures: Mazda CX-80 2,488 cc, 189 hp and 261 Nm; Volvo XC40 1,969 cc, 263 hp and 390 Nm.
- Wheels: Mazda CX-80 20-inch alloys; Volvo XC40 19-inch alloys.
CX-80
- Six-seat cabin with heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats.
- 17.8-kWh battery and 65-km EV range.
- Panoramic sliding roof, head-up display and 360-degree monitor.
- RM27,722 dearer to buy and RM402 more in annual road tax.
- 258-litre boot is 202 litres smaller than the XC40's.
- At 4,995 mm long, it needs 570 mm more parking space than the XC40.
XC40
- 460-litre boot despite a shorter 4,425-mm body.
- RM428 annual road tax.
- 263 hp and 390 Nm petrol engine figures, plus navigation and auto parking.
- Five seats versus the CX-80's six.
- No sunroof, head-up display or 360-degree monitor.
- Rear occupants get vents rather than single-zone automatic rear air-conditioning, and no heated or ventilated rear seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM268,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | 263 hp✓ |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 390 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 65 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Geartronic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 50 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,658 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | 1,875 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 49 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 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 | Power safety lock for rear door |
| 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, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflectors |
| 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 with Driver's Memory Function |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear 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 | 2 Front |
| 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 | 9" Portrait Android Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and 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 Push button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| 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 hybrid 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 & XC40 for sale
CX-80 vs XC40 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Volvo XC40 better?
The CX-80 is better for six-person family use and plug-in commuting, with 65 km of EV range. The XC40 is better for buyers prioritising a 460-litre boot, compact 4,425-mm length and lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM27,722 more than the Volvo XC40.
Which is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Mazda CX-80 carries six people and has a 3,120-mm wheelbase, while the Volvo XC40 carries five but has the larger 460-litre boot. Pick the Mazda for an extra passenger; pick the Volvo for luggage space.