Verdict
At RM134,469, the Mazda CX-5 costs just RM669 more than the RM133,800 Toyota Corolla Cross, yet brings a 2.0-litre engine with 162 hp and 213 Nm against 138 hp and 172 Nm. It is also 90 mm longer, 15 mm wider and rides on a 60 mm longer wheelbase, with a near-identical 442-litre boot. The Corolla Cross answers with seven airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction and adaptive cruise control, where the CX-5 has six airbags and no such systems. For Malaysian buyers, safety kit is the decisive Corolla Cross advantage; the Mazda is the stronger, roomier mechanical package.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you want 162 hp, 213 Nm, a 2,700 mm wheelbase and a multi-link rear suspension.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if active safety matters most, with seven airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 RM134,469; Toyota Corolla Cross RM133,800.
- Output: Mazda CX-5 162 hp and 213 Nm; Toyota Corolla Cross 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- Dimensions: Mazda CX-5 4,550 mm long with a 2,700 mm wheelbase; Toyota Corolla Cross 4,460 mm and 2,640 mm.
- Rear suspension: Mazda CX-5 multi-link; Toyota Corolla Cross torsion beam.
- Safety: Mazda CX-5 has 6 airbags and no autonomous braking; Toyota Corolla Cross has 7 airbags and autonomous braking.
- Fuel tank: Mazda CX-5 56 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 47 litres.
CX-5
- 24 hp and 41 Nm more than the Corolla Cross.
- 90 mm longer body and 60 mm longer wheelbase.
- Dual-zone climate control, 40:20:40 rear seats and built-in navigation.
- Six airbags versus the Corolla Cross's seven.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning or lane-keeping steering correction.
- Passive cruise control and no front parking sensors.
Corolla Cross
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring.
- Adaptive cruise control, steering correction and a 360-degree camera.
- 18-inch wheels, powered contactless boot and an eight-way power driver's seat.
- 138 hp and 172 Nm trail the CX-5's 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the CX-5's multi-link arrangement.
- Single-zone climate control, a 47-litre tank and wired Android Auto.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM134,469 | RM133,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM359✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 138 hp at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 172 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm | 80.5 mm × 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 176 km/h | 185 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,588 kg | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 442 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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-5 vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Corolla Cross is better for safety assistance, adding autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction, adaptive cruise control and a seventh airbag. Choose the CX-5 instead for its 162 hp engine, larger dimensions and multi-link rear suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 is RM669 dearer: RM134,469 versus RM133,800 for the Toyota Corolla Cross.
Which has more boot space and passenger room?
The CX-5 has a marginally larger 442-litre boot versus 440 litres, and its 2,700 mm wheelbase is 60 mm longer than the Corolla Cross's 2,640 mm. Both are five-seat SUVs.
