Verdict
The RM12,060 step from the RM122,409 Mazda CX-30 to the RM134,469 Mazda CX-5 buys a substantially roomier body: the CX-5 is 155 mm longer, 45 mm wider and 135 mm taller, with a 45 mm longer wheelbase. Its 442-litre boot is only 12 litres bigger, but rear air vents, dual-zone climate control and a 40:20:40 rear bench make it the more convincing family car. The CX-30 counters with 147 kg less weight, a head-up display, sunroof and driver’s knee airbag. Same 162 hp, 213 Nm petrol powertrain either way.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want the lower entry price, a more compact 4,395-mm footprint and extras such as a sunroof and head-up display.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you need the 2,700-mm wheelbase, rear air vents, 40:20:40 rear seats and multi-link rear suspension for family use.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-30 RM122,409; Mazda CX-5 RM134,469.
- Dimensions: Mazda CX-30 is 4,395 mm long, 1,795 mm wide and 1,540 mm tall; Mazda CX-5 is 4,550 mm, 1,840 mm and 1,675 mm.
- Wheelbase and weight: Mazda CX-30 2,655 mm and 1,441 kg; Mazda CX-5 2,700 mm and 1,588 kg.
- Boot and fuel tank: Mazda CX-30 430 litres and 51 litres; Mazda CX-5 442 litres and 56 litres.
- Rear suspension and wheels: Mazda CX-30 torsion beam with 16-inch alloys; Mazda CX-5 multi-link with 17-inch alloys.
- Cabin equipment: Mazda CX-30 has manual air-con and 8 speakers; Mazda CX-5 has dual-zone automatic climate control, rear vents and 6 speakers.
CX-30
- RM12,060 cheaper.
- Head-up display, tilt-and-slide sunroof and driver’s knee airbag.
- 147 kg lighter with an 8.8-inch system and eight speakers.
- 430-litre boot trails the CX-5's 442 litres.
- No rear air vents, rear parking sensors or folding wing mirrors.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension and 16-inch wheels versus the CX-5's multi-link layout and 17-inch wheels.
CX-5
- Larger 4,550-mm body and 2,700-mm wheelbase.
- Dual-zone climate control, rear vents, navigation and four USB ports.
- Multi-link rear suspension, 17-inch wheels and 40:20:40 rear seats.
- Costs RM12,060 more.
- Lacks the CX-30's head-up display, sunroof and driver’s knee airbag.
- 147 kg heavier and has six speakers to the CX-30's eight.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM122,409✓ | RM134,469 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp | 162 hp |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h✓ | 176 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,655 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,441 kg | 1,588 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 442 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/65R16 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/65R16 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service | — |
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-30 vs CX-5 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-30 or Mazda CX-5 better?
The Mazda CX-5 is better for carrying family and cabin usability, thanks to its larger dimensions, rear air vents and 40:20:40 seats. Choose the CX-30 for a smaller footprint, lower price, sunroof and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 costs RM12,060 more than the Mazda CX-30. That gap brings the larger body, 17-inch wheels, multi-link rear suspension, dual-zone climate control, rear vents and extra charging provision.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Mazda CX-5 has the larger boot at 442 litres, against 430 litres in the Mazda CX-30. The 12-litre advantage is modest, but the CX-5 also has a 40:20:40 split-folding rear bench versus 60:40.
