Verdict
At RM132,390, the Mazda CX-5 KF is RM2,079 cheaper and retains the same 162 hp 2.0-litre petrol engine, six-speed automatic, 2,700 mm wheelbase and 442-litre boot as the facelift. The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift answers with a modest 3 Nm torque gain to 213 Nm, but its 10.4-second 0-100 km/h time is unchanged. For the extra money, Malaysian buyers get keyless push-button start, an 8.0-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED taillamps and a wireless charger. The older car is the sharper value buy if those cabin upgrades do not matter.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 KF if you want to save RM2,079, value its 182 km/h quoted top speed and want front foglamps plus rear USB charging ports.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift if keyless entry, wireless smartphone connectivity, navigation and LED rear lighting matter more than the RM2,079 saving.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 KF RM132,390; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift RM134,469.
- Torque: Mazda CX-5 KF 210 Nm; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 213 Nm.
- Top speed: Mazda CX-5 KF 182 km/h; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 176 km/h.
- Kerb weight: Mazda CX-5 KF 1,572 kg; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 1,588 kg.
- Infotainment: Mazda CX-5 KF 7.0-inch MZD Connect with Bluetooth; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 8.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Rear lighting: Mazda CX-5 KF normal-bulb taillamps; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift LED combination taillamps.
KF
- RM2,079 lower purchase price
- 182 km/h quoted top speed versus 176 km/h
- Front foglamps and two rear USB charging ports
- 7.0-inch infotainment has no stated Apple CarPlay or Android Auto support
- Manual key and remote-control locking instead of keyless operation and push-button start
- Normal-bulb taillamps and no LED daytime running lights
KF Facelift
- 8.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Keyless operation with push-button start
- LED daytime running lights and LED combination taillamps
- Costs RM2,079 more
- Quoted top speed is 176 km/h against 182 km/h
- Loses the older car's front foglamps and rear centre-armrest USB ports
| 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 | 162 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 213 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 83.5 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 for daily convenience, with keyless start, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation, a wireless charger and LED rear lights. Choose the Mazda CX-5 KF if these upgrades are not essential and you prefer the lower price.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift costs RM2,079 more than the Mazda CX-5 KF: RM134,469 versus RM132,390.
Does the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift perform better?
Not in the quoted sprint time: both take 10.4 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The facelift has 213 Nm, up 3 Nm from 210 Nm, but its quoted top speed is lower at 176 km/h versus 182 km/h.
