Verdict
At RM122,409 versus RM113,800, the Mazda CX-30 asks RM8,609 more, then adds a 162 hp, 213 Nm 2.0-litre petrol engine, 430-litre boot and 8.8-inch eight-speaker infotainment. The Nissan Kicks e-Power counters with a 136 hp, 280 Nm motor, autonomous braking and collision warning, plus RM85 annual road tax against the Mazda’s RM439. Its 2,673-mm wheelbase is 18 mm longer, yet boot space is only seven litres behind. For Malaysian buyers, the Nissan is the sharper safety-and-running-cost choice; the Mazda suits those who want its extra cabin kit and slightly larger luggage bay.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you will pay RM8,609 more for the 430-litre boot, sunroof, head-up display and 8.8-inch eight-speaker system.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if lower RM85 road tax, autonomous braking and the motor’s 280 Nm torque matter more than the Mazda’s extra equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-30 RM122,409; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800.
- Road tax: Mazda CX-30 RM439 per year; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM85 per year.
- Powertrain output: Mazda CX-30 162 hp and 213 Nm; Nissan Kicks e-Power motor 136 hp and 280 Nm.
- Wheelbase: Mazda CX-30 2,655 mm; Nissan Kicks e-Power 2,673 mm.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-30 430 litres; Nissan Kicks e-Power 423 litres.
- Active safety: Mazda CX-30 has no autonomous braking or collision warning; Nissan Kicks e-Power has both.
CX-30
- 430-litre boot, seven litres larger than the Nissan’s.
- Sunroof, head-up display and auto wipers.
- 8.8-inch infotainment with eight speakers.
- Costs RM8,609 more.
- RM439 annual road tax is RM354 higher.
- No autonomous braking or collision warning.
Kicks e-Power
- Autonomous braking and collision warning are fitted.
- RM85 annual road tax.
- 136 hp, 280 Nm motor and an eight-year/160,000-km EV battery warranty.
- 423-litre boot is seven litres smaller.
- No sunroof, head-up display or auto wipers.
- 7-inch six-speaker infotainment trails the Mazda’s 8.8-inch eight-speaker unit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM122,409 | RM113,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 82 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 103 Nm at 4,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm | 78 mm × 83.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 12 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 2.1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h✓ | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,655 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Weight | 1,441 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 423 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/65R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/65R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| 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 Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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-30 & Kicks e-Power for sale
CX-30 vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-30 or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power is the better buy for lower road tax and active safety, with autonomous braking and collision warning. Choose the Mazda CX-30 for its larger 430-litre boot, sunroof, head-up display and larger infotainment system.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-30 costs RM122,409 and the Nissan Kicks e-Power costs RM113,800, so the Mazda is RM8,609 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot and longer wheelbase?
The Mazda CX-30 has the larger boot at 430 litres versus 423 litres. The Nissan Kicks e-Power has the longer 2,673-mm wheelbase, compared with 2,655 mm for the Mazda.
