Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Mazda CX-5 KF costs RM132,390 against RM134,469 for the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift, a modest RM2,079 step up. The facelift does not alter the fundamentals: both are CKD, front-wheel-drive C-segment SUVs with a 162 hp 2.0-litre petrol engine, six-speed automatic, 2,700 mm wheelbase and 442-litre boot. Its 3 Nm torque gain will not transform the identical 10.4-second sprint, but keyless entry and start, an 8.0-inch screen with wireless phone integration and LED rear lamps make daily use feel more current. The older car remains the sharper buy if those items do not matter.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 KF if you want to save RM2,079, retain front foglamps and have a quoted 6.8 L/100 km economy figure.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift if keyless access, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation and LED rear lighting matter more than the small extra outlay.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 KF RM132,390; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift RM134,469.
- Torque: Mazda CX-5 KF 210 Nm at 4,000 rpm; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
- Kerb weight: Mazda CX-5 KF 1,572 kg; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 1,588 kg.
- Top speed: Mazda CX-5 KF 182 km/h; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 176 km/h.
- Infotainment: Mazda CX-5 KF 7.0-inch MZD Connect with Bluetooth; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 8.
- Access and starting: Mazda CX-5 KF remote-controlled locks and manual key; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift keyless operation and push-button start.
KF
- Costs RM2,079 less.
- Quoted fuel economy of 6.8 L/100 km.
- Gets front foglamps and a 182 km/h top speed.
- Lacks the facelift's keyless entry and push-button start.
- Its 7.0-inch system lacks wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and navigation.
- Uses bulb taillamps and has no LED daytime running lights.
KF Facelift
- 8.0-inch touchscreen adds wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and navigation.
- Keyless operation and push-button start.
- LED combination taillamps and LED daytime running lights.
- Costs RM2,079 more.
- Is 16 kg heavier.
- Loses the KF's front foglamps and has a 176 km/h top speed versus 182 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,390✓ | RM134,469 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode | SkyActiv-Drive with Manual Shift and Sport mode |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h✓ | 176 km/h |
| Co2 | 159 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,572 kg | 1,588 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 442 litres | 442 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | 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 | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 2 USB charging ports in rear centre armrest | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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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KF vs KF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 KF or Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift better?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift is better equipped for everyday use, adding keyless access, push-button start, navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Choose the Mazda CX-5 KF instead if saving RM2,079 and retaining front foglamps matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift costs RM2,079 more than the Mazda CX-5 KF.
Do the Mazda CX-5 KF and Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift have different performance?
Not meaningfully. Both use a 162 hp 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, with identical 10.4-second 0-100 km/h times. The facelift has 213 Nm, just 3 Nm above the KF's 210 Nm.
