Verdict
At RM294,154, the Mazda MX-5 is RM10,646 cheaper than the RM304,800 Zeekr 009, but these are radically different answers to motoring. The 1,119-kg, rear-wheel-drive Mazda pairs a 181-hp 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with a six-speed manual and reaches 220 km/h. The Zeekr is a 5,209-mm seven-seat EV with a 335-hp motor, 116-kWh battery and 604-km range. For family duty, its 574-litre boot, air suspension and extensive rear-seat equipment make the extra outlay easy to justify. For two people wanting an open-top manual, the MX-5 is the point.
Pick the Mazda MX-5 if you want a compact 1,119-kg rear-wheel-drive convertible with a 181-hp petrol engine and six-speed manual.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if you need seven seats, a 574-litre boot and 604 km of electric range.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda MX-5 RM294,154; Zeekr 009 RM304,800.
- Seating: Mazda MX-5 2 seats; Zeekr 009 7 seats.
- Length: Mazda MX-5 3,915 mm; Zeekr 009 5,209 mm.
- Boot space: Mazda MX-5 130 litres; Zeekr 009 574 litres.
- Power: Mazda MX-5 181 hp; Zeekr 009 335 hp.
- Top speed: Mazda MX-5 220 km/h; Zeekr 009 210 km/h.
MX-5
- Six-speed manual with rear-wheel drive
- Only 1,119 kg
- Power-folding retractable hard-top
- Two seats versus seven
- 130-litre boot versus 574 litres
- Warning-only lane keeping versus steering correction
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- 604-km EV range from a 116-kWh battery
- Captain middle seats with massage, ventilation and ottomans
- Four-chamber air suspension and 360-degree monitor
- Much larger at 5,209 mm versus 3,915 mm
- Lower 210-km/h top speed versus 220 km/h
- Costs RM10,646 more
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM294,154✓ | RM304,800 |
| Body type | Convertible | MPV |
| Segment | Sports Car | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 181 hp at 7,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 205 Nm at 4,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 604 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT-LSD | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 220 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,915 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 1,235 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,310 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Weight | 1,119 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 130 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/45R17 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/45R17 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Passenger Seat | Available on Four Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | — | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Power-folding Retractable Hard-top | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 front, 2 USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 1 front | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | Mazda Connect Infotainment System with 8.8" Display, Commander Control Knob, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 9-speaker Bose Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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 MX-5 & 009 for sale
MX-5 vs 009 FAQ
Is the Mazda MX-5 or Zeekr 009 better?
The Zeekr 009 is better for transporting people and luggage, with seven seats and a 574-litre boot. The Mazda MX-5 is better for a two-seat manual convertible experience, rear-wheel drive and a 1,119-kg kerb weight.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 009 costs RM10,646 more than the Mazda MX-5.
Can the Zeekr 009 handle long EV journeys?
Yes. The Zeekr 009 has a 116-kWh battery, a claimed 604-km range, 11-kW AC charging and 150-kW DC charging. It also supplies up to 3.3 kW through V2L.
