Verdict
The RM52,362 gap buys a very different powertrain: the 3.3G M AWD High Plus has 280 hp and 450 Nm against 189 hp and 261 Nm, plus all-wheel drive, navigation and a space-saver spare. Its mild-hybrid six-cylinder also brings a 0.33 kWh battery and a 16 hp motor, but annual road tax rises from RM830 to RM2,093. For most Malaysian buyers, the 2.5G 2WD High keeps the same cabin, safety kit and 570-litre boot for far less. Stretch only if the extra muscle and AWD matter to you.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 2.5G 2WD High if you want the same core cabin, safety equipment and 570-litre boot while saving RM52,362 and RM1,263 a year in road tax.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 3.3G M AWD High Plus if 280 hp, 450 Nm, all-wheel drive, navigation and a space-saver spare justify the higher upfront and annual costs.
Key differences
- Price: RM200,510 for the 2.5G 2WD High versus RM252,872 for the 3.3G M AWD High Plus.
- Road tax per year: RM830 versus RM2,093.
- Engine output: 189 hp and 261 Nm from a 2,488 cc inline-four versus 280 hp and 450 Nm from a 3,283 cc turbo inline-six.
- Driveline: rear-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive.
- Kerb weight: 1,680 kg versus 1,952 kg.
- Navigation and spare tyre: no navigation and no listed spare versus navigation and a space-saver spare tyre.
2.5G 2WD High
- RM52,362 lower purchase price
- RM1,263 lower annual road tax
- 272 kg lighter than the AWD model
- 189 hp and 261 Nm trail the 3.3G’s 280 hp and 450 Nm
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
- No built-in navigation or listed spare tyre
3.3G M AWD High Plus
- 280 hp turbo inline-six with mild-hybrid assistance
- All-wheel drive and 450 Nm of torque
- Built-in navigation and a space-saver spare tyre
- Costs RM52,362 more to buy
- Annual road tax is RM2,093 versus RM830
- 272 kg heavier than the 2.5G 2WD High
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM200,510✓ | RM252,872 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830✓ | RM2,093 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 24-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 3,283 cc |
| Horsepower | 189 hp at 6,000 rpm | 280 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 261 Nm at 3,000 rpm | 450 Nm at 2,300 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 100 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 16 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 153 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.33 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | 1,952 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 58 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 570 litres | 570 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes Sport | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 second row seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree 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 | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | 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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2.5G 2WD High vs 3.3G M AWD High Plus FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-60 2.5G 2WD High or Mazda CX-60 3.3G M AWD High Plus better?
The 3.3G M AWD High Plus is better for outright power, torque and all-wheel-drive traction. The 2.5G 2WD High is the smarter buy if those gains are not essential, because the core comfort, safety and infotainment equipment is largely the same.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-60 3.3G M AWD High Plus costs RM52,362 more than the 2.5G 2WD High. Its annual road tax is also RM1,263 higher.
Does the 3.3G M AWD High Plus have much more equipment?
Not much. Both get a panoramic sunroof, 12.3-inch Mazda Connect display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose audio, 360-degree camera and active cruise control. The High Plus adds navigation and a space-saver spare tyre.
