Verdict
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift costs RM8,303 more, but brings 162 hp and 213 Nm against the Mazda CX-5 Mk1’s 155 hp and 200 Nm, plus LED lighting, rear air vents, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a five-year warranty. That is meaningful daily-use kit for a Malaysian family car. But the Mk1 is 66 kg lighter and carries a much larger 561-litre boot versus 442 litres, so the older CX-5 remains the more practical load-lugger if its halogen lamps and older infotainment do not bother you.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 if a 561-litre boot, 1,522 kg kerb weight and lower purchase price matter more than newer cabin tech.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift if you want 162 hp, 213 Nm, LED lamps, rear air vents and two extra years of manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 RM126,166; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift RM134,469.
- Output: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 155 hp and 200 Nm; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 1,522 kg; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 1,588 kg.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 561 litres; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 442 litres.
- Warranty: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 three years/100,000 km; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift five years/100,000 km.
- Headlamps: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 halogen projector; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift LED projector.
Mk1
- 561-litre boot, 119 litres larger
- 66 kg lighter at 1,522 kg
- Front and rear foglamps
- 155 hp and 200 Nm trail the facelift’s 162 hp and 213 Nm
- Halogen projector headlamps and bulb taillamps
- Three-year warranty versus five years
KF Facelift
- 162 hp and 213 Nm
- LED projector headlamps, LED DRLs and LED combination taillamps
- Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, rear air vents and four USB ports
- RM8,303 higher purchase price
- 442-litre boot is 119 litres smaller
- 66 kg heavier at 1,588 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM126,166✓ | 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 at 6,000 rpm | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 200 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 | 13 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | 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 |
| Rated Economy | 6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 176 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 139 g/km | — |
| 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 | 1,522 kg | 1,588 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 561 litres✓ | 442 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | 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 | 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 |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | 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 |
| 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, 6 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 |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | 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 vs KF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 or Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift better?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift is the better-equipped choice, adding 7 hp, 13 Nm, LED lighting, rear air vents and a five-year warranty. Choose the Mk1 instead if its 561-litre boot and 66 kg lower kerb weight are more useful.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift costs RM8,303 more than the Mazda CX-5 Mk1. The gap buys more power, LED exterior lighting, newer phone connectivity, rear air vents and a five-year rather than three-year warranty.
Which Mazda CX-5 has the bigger boot?
The Mazda CX-5 Mk1 has the bigger boot at 561 litres, compared with 442 litres in the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift. That 119-litre advantage makes the older model the clearer choice for frequent bulky luggage loads.
