Verdict
Just RM878 separates the Mazda CX-5 at RM168,510 from the Peugeot 3008 at RM169,388. The Mazda brings a stronger 185 hp/257 Nm 2.5 litre petrol engine, a longer 2,815 mm wheelbase and seven airbags, plus front and rear autonomous braking functions. The Peugeot counters with a 7.0 L/100 km rated consumption figure, RM120 annual road tax and a 591-litre boot. For a Malaysian buyer prioritising safety hardware, cabin equipment and free scheduled maintenance, the CX-5 is the more complete buy; the 3008 suits those chasing lower running tax and a panoramic roof.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you want 185 hp, seven airbags, 360-degree parking view and autonomous braking support.
Pick the Peugeot 3008 if lower RM120 road tax, 7.0 L/100 km rated economy and its 591-litre boot matter more.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 RM168,510; Peugeot 3008 RM169,388.
- Engine output: Mazda CX-5 185 hp and 257 Nm; Peugeot 3008 165 hp and 240 Nm.
- Rated fuel economy: Mazda CX-5 7.6 L/100 km; Peugeot 3008 7.0 L/100 km.
- Annual road tax: Mazda CX-5 RM830; Peugeot 3008 RM120.
- Wheelbase: Mazda CX-5 2,815 mm; Peugeot 3008 2,730 mm.
- Airbags: Mazda CX-5 seven; Peugeot 3008 six.
CX-5
- 185 hp and 257 Nm from a 2.5 litre petrol engine.
- Smart Brake Support covers front, rear, turn-across traffic, intersection and crossing scenarios.
- 12.9-inch touchscreen, 12-speaker Bose audio, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
- RM830 annual road tax versus the Peugeot 3008's RM120.
- Rated consumption is 7.6 L/100 km against 7.0 L/100 km.
- No panoramic roof or built-in navigation.
3008
- RM120 annual road tax and 7.0 L/100 km rated fuel economy.
- 591-litre boot, panoramic roof and hands-free powered tailgate.
- Navigation and paddle shifters are fitted.
- 165 hp and 240 Nm trail the Mazda CX-5's 185 hp and 257 Nm.
- Six airbags versus seven in the Mazda CX-5.
- No autonomous braking system or collision warning is fitted.
What the CX-5 has over the 3008
What the 3008 has over the CX-5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The CX-5's wheelbase is 85 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,510✓ | RM169,388 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,720/mo✓ | RM1,730/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,728 | RM4,684✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM3,025 | RM2,786✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM15.12 | RM13.93✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM42,915 | RM37,948✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC 16-Valve with VVT and i-Stop, Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 185 hp✓ | 165 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 257 Nm✓ | 240 Nm at 1,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 89.0 mm × 100.0 mm | 77 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed EAT (SKYACTIV-Drive) | EAT6 |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.6 L/100 km | 7 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 187 km/h | 205 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,510 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,628 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,815 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,654 kg | 1,492 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 53 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 591 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver (T155/80 R17) | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental CrossContact LX2 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | 28 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 18 inch | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | 14 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys (Black Metallic) | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys (Black Metallic) | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Electronic Power Assisted (EPAS) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Knee) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 3-point All Seats, Front with Pretensioners and Load Limiters | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | 2nd Row with Top Tethers | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Smart Brake Support (Front, Rear, Turn-Across Traffic, Intersection, Front/Rear Crossing) | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA), Vehicle Exit Warning, Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK), Driver Attention Alert (DAA), Driver Monitoring (DM), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Hill Launch Assist, Auto Hold, Walk-Away Lock | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED (ALH) with Signature Illumination, Auto Levelling | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Signature Illumination | LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Driver Seat with Memory, 6-way Power Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Reclining | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | None | Panoramic Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12V, USB-C Front and Rear, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | LED Map, Overhead and Luggage Lights, Front Footlamps, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.9" Touchscreen with Voice Recognition, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker BOSE Sound System | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Windows, One-touch Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, Walk Away Lock, Auto Door Lock | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) with Stop & Go, Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS) | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Tailgate | Powered with hands-free function |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Conventional | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Head-up Display, 360-degree View Monitor with See-Through View, Wireless Phone Charger, Power Tailgate, 10-way Power Driver Seat with Memory, 6-way Power Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats, Dual-zone Auto Air Conditioning with Rear Vents, Frameless Auto-dimming Rear View Mirror, G-Vectoring Control Plus | Qi Wireless Charging Tray |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Complimentary scheduled maintenance including parts, lubricants and labour | — |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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CX-5 vs 3008 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 or Peugeot 3008 better?
The Mazda CX-5 is the better-equipped choice, with more power, seven airbags, 360-degree camera and extensive autonomous braking support. Choose the Peugeot 3008 if its lower road tax, better rated economy, 591-litre boot and panoramic roof are higher priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 3008 costs RM878 more than the Mazda CX-5. That is a small gap, so the decision rests more on equipment, safety systems and running costs than purchase price.
Which SUV has lower running costs?
The Peugeot 3008 has the lower stated running costs: RM120 annual road tax versus RM830, and 7.0 L/100 km rated economy versus 7.6 L/100 km. Both have five-year, 100,000 km manufacturer warranties.
Which one is locally assembled?
The 3008 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the CX-5 is fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
