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Mazda MX-5 vs Toyota Urban Cruiser

Mazda MX-5

Mazda MX-5

Verdict

The Urban Cruiser has a 58% bigger boot, while the Urban Cruiser is about 33% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 294,154RM 198,000
Body typeConvertibleSUV
SegmentSports CarB-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing
Capacity1,998 cc
Horsepower181 hp
Torque205 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelPetrolElectric
Bore83.5 mm
Compression Ratio13
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower172 hp
Motor Torque193 Nm
Battery TypeLithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Capacity61.1 kWh
EV Range426 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCS
Charging Rate (DC)67 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionManualSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name6MT-LSD
Gears6
Transmission ManufacturerMazda
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h8.7 seconds
Top Speed220 km/h150 km/h
Dimensions
Length3,915 mm4,285 mm
Width1,735 mm1,800 mm
Height1,235 mm1,635 mm
Wheelbase2,310 mm2,700 mm
Weight1,119 kg1,788 kg
Fuel Tank45 litres
Doors25
Seats25
Boot Space130 litres306 litres
Front Tyre205/45R17225/55R18
Rear Tyre205/45R17225/55R18
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresBridgestone Potenza S001MRF Wanderer Ecotred
Chassis
AssemblyJapan (CBU)India (CBU)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionDouble WishboneMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels17" Alloy18" Alloys
Rear Wheels17" Alloy18" Alloys
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated Discs
Rear BrakesSolid DiscSolid Discs
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front Passenger, Front SideDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts2 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on Passenger SeatAvailable for two outer rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and RearYes, Pre-collision Braking
Lane-keeping AssistWarning OnlySteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFront Seats OnlyAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual Adjustment8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control System
SunroofPower-folding Retractable Hard-topFront Sunroof
Power Sockets1 front, 2 USB-C1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders1 front2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof Shade
AudioMazda Connect Infotainment System with 8.8" Display, Commander Control Knob, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 9-speaker Bose Sound System10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker JBL Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless Operation with Walk-away Auto LockKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationManual Operation
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, With 360 Degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterBacklit AnalogueFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeHandbrakeElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 379RM 120

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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