Verdict
For just RM3,243 more, the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift brings 162 hp and 213 Nm against 155 hp and 200 Nm, plus a 442-litre boot rather than 403 litres. It is also 60 kg heavier at 1,588 kg, but adds rear air-con vents, LED projector headlamps, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a five-year/100,000 km warranty. The Mazda CX-5 Mk1 Facelift fights back with a tilt-and-slide sunroof and Bose nine-speaker audio. For most Malaysian buyers, the newer KF is the more rounded daily SUV.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 Facelift if a sunroof, Bose nine-speaker sound system and front foglamps matter more than the newer car’s extra space and warranty cover.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift if you want 162 hp, 213 Nm, a 442-litre boot, rear air-con vents and five years of manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Output: Mk1 Facelift makes 155 hp and 200 Nm; KF Facelift makes 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Boot space: Mk1 Facelift has 403 litres; KF Facelift has 442 litres.
- Kerb weight: Mk1 Facelift weighs 1,528 kg; KF Facelift weighs 1,588 kg.
- Warranty: Mk1 Facelift gets 3 years/100,000 km; KF Facelift gets 5 years/100,000 km.
- Headlamps: Mk1 Facelift uses halogen projectors; KF Facelift uses LED projectors with LED daytime running lights.
- Cabin power and connectivity: Mk1 Facelift has one front power socket and Bose nine-speaker audio; KF Facelift has one front socket, four USB ports, wireless…
Mk1 Facelift
- Tilt-and-slide front sunroof
- Bose nine-speaker audio system
- Front foglamps fitted
- 155 hp and 200 Nm trail the KF Facelift’s 162 hp and 213 Nm
- 403-litre boot is 39 litres smaller
- Three-year warranty is two years shorter
KF Facelift
- 162 hp and 213 Nm from the 2.0-litre petrol engine
- 442-litre boot and rear air-con vents
- Five-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty
- No sunroof, where the Mk1 Facelift has a tilt-and-slide unit
- No front foglamps, unlike the Mk1 Facelift
- Front-seat-only seatbelt reminder versus reminders for all seats
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM131,226✓ | 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 | 155 hp | 162 hp✓ |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with 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 |
| Top Speed | — | 176 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,555 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,528 kg | 1,588 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 403 litres | 442 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Geolandar G98 | 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| 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 | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | 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 | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, tilt and slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front, 4 USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Touch-screen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, Bose 9 speakers | 8.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 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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Mk1 Facelift vs KF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 Facelift or Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift better?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift is the better all-round choice: it has 7 hp and 13 Nm more, a 39-litre larger boot, rear air-con vents and a five-year warranty. Choose the Mk1 only if its sunroof and Bose nine-speaker system are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift costs RM3,243 more than the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 Facelift.
Which Mazda CX-5 has the better cabin equipment?
The KF Facelift is better for device use, with four USB ports, wireless charging and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The Mk1 Facelift has the stronger audio specification, however, with Bose nine-speaker sound against six speakers.
