Verdict
At RM296,610, the six-seat Mazda CX-80 undercuts the RM328,888 Volvo XC60 by RM32,278, yet brings a 17.8-kWh plug-in-hybrid battery, 65 km EV range and 3,120-mm wheelbase. The Volvo counters with 246 hp and 350 Nm against 189 hp and 261 Nm, plus a far larger 483-litre boot. For Malaysian families needing three rows and regular charging, the Mazda has the clearer brief; the Volvo suits five people carrying luggage.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, a 65-km EV range and properly air-conditioned third-row family transport.
Pick the Volvo XC60 if you need a five-seat SUV with a 483-litre boot, stronger stated engine outputs and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Engine output: Mazda CX-80 has 189 hp and 261 Nm; Volvo XC60 has 246 hp and 350 Nm.
- Electrification: Mazda CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh battery and 65 km EV range; Volvo XC60 has a 13-hp, 30-Nm motor and no EV range listed.
- Size: Mazda CX-80 is 4,995 mm long with a 3,120-mm wheelbase; Volvo XC60 is 4,708 mm long with a 2,865-mm wheelbase.
- Seating and boot: Mazda CX-80 has 6 seats and 258 litres; Volvo XC60 has 5 seats and 483 litres.
- Annual road tax: Mazda CX-80 is RM830; Volvo XC60 is RM428.
- Warranty mileage: Mazda CX-80 has 5 years/100,000 km; Volvo XC60 has 5 years/unlimited mileage.
CX-80
- 17.8-kWh plug-in-hybrid battery with 65 km EV range
- Six seats, including heated and ventilated second-row captain's chairs
- Rear single-zone climate control and a 360-degree monitor
- 258-litre boot versus the Volvo XC60's 483 litres
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM428
- Lower stated engine output: 189 hp and 261 Nm versus 246 hp and 350 Nm
XC60
- 246 hp and 350 Nm from its 1,969-cc turbocharged engine
- 483-litre boot
- Contactless powered boot, navigation and integrated rear booster cushions
- Five seats versus the Mazda CX-80's six
- No EV-only range listed, where the Mazda CX-80 has 65 km
- Rear air-con is limited to vents rather than the Mazda's rear single-zone automatic climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610✓ | RM328,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| 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, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | 246 hp✓ |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 30 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 65 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 483 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke 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, 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, with Integrated Boosters |
| 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 | 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 with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| 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 | 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, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with 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, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| 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 | — |
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 XC60 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Volvo XC60 better?
The Mazda CX-80 is better for six occupants and electric commuting up to 65 km, while the Volvo XC60 is better for a five-person household needing a 483-litre boot and stronger 246-hp, 350-Nm engine outputs.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM32,278 less than the Volvo XC60. That gap buys the Volvo a larger 483-litre boot, stronger stated engine outputs, navigation and contactless boot opening, but it has one fewer seat.
Which SUV has the bigger boot?
The Volvo XC60 has the bigger boot at 483 litres, beating the Mazda CX-80's 258 litres by 225 litres. The Mazda trades that luggage space for a third row and six-seat layout.