Verdict
At RM296,610 versus RM199,950, these SUVs serve sharply different Malaysian briefs. The CX-80 is 1,010 mm longer, seats six rather than four and brings a 17.8-kWh battery for 65 km of EV range. Its 189-hp petrol engine and 172-hp motor also dwarf the Jimny’s 100-hp 1.5 litre. But the Jimny is 245 mm narrower, has part-time four-wheel drive with low range, and its annual road tax is just RM120 against RM830. Choose space and electrified commuting, or compact low-range utility.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, 65 km of electric range and a far more comprehensive safety and cabin specification.
Jimny 5-Door
Pick the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door if low-range four-wheel drive, a 3,985-mm footprint and lower running taxes matter more than passenger space and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door RM199,950.
- Powertrain: CX-80 has a 2,488 cc 189-hp petrol engine plus a 172-hp motor; Jimny has a 1,462 cc 100-hp petrol engine.
- Electric range: CX-80 65 km from a 17.8-kWh battery; Jimny has no battery or EV range.
- Size: CX-80 is 4,995 mm long and 1,890 mm wide; Jimny is 3,985 mm long and 1,645 mm wide.
- Seating and boot space: CX-80 has 6 seats and 258 litres; Jimny has 4 seats and 211 litres.
- Road tax: CX-80 RM830 per year; Jimny RM120 per year.
CX-80
- 65 km EV range with 7.2-kW AC charging.
- Six seats, 3,120-mm wheelbase and 258-litre boot.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and steering lane-keeping assist.
- RM96,660 dearer and RM710 per year higher in road tax.
- No low-range transfer case; the Jimny has part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- At 4,995 mm long and 1,890 mm wide, it is much larger than the Jimny.
Jimny 5-Door
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- 3,985-mm length and 1,645-mm width make it much more compact.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare tyre and RM120 annual road tax.
- Four seats and a 211-litre boot versus the CX-80's six seats and 258 litres.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm trail the CX-80's 189-hp, 261-Nm petrol engine and 172-hp motor.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM199,950✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 189 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 261 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 130 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 100 mm | 74 mm × 85 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 65 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | 8 | 4 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 17.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 3,985 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,590 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres✓ | 211 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Bridgestone Dueller H/L |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function | Manual adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 50:50 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 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.
Used CX-80 & Jimny 5-Door for sale
CX-80 vs Jimny 5-Door FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Suzuki Jimny 5-Door better?
The CX-80 is better for six occupants, EV commuting and active safety equipment. The Jimny 5-Door is the better fit if you specifically need low-range four-wheel drive and a much smaller SUV.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM96,660 more than the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door.
Can the Mazda CX-80 be driven on electric power?
Yes. Its plug-in hybrid system uses a 17.8-kWh battery, has a quoted 65-km EV range and supports 7.2-kW AC charging. The Jimny 5-Door is petrol-only.
