Verdict
The RM8,303 step from RM126,166 to RM134,469 buys the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 7 hp and 13 Nm more, LED lighting, rear air vents, four USB ports, a wireless charger and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. It also brings a five-year warranty against three years. Yet the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 has the more useful 561-litre boot, 119 litres ahead, and weighs 66 kg less. Both retain a 2.0-litre front-drive six-speed automatic layout, so choose equipment and warranty versus luggage capacity, not a wholesale mechanical change.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 if a 561-litre boot and the lower entry price matter more than newer cabin tech.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift if you want stronger 162 hp/213 Nm performance, LED lamps and a five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 RM126,166; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift RM134,469.
- Power and torque: 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.
- Luggage capacity: Mazda CX-5 Mk1 561 litres; Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift 442 litres.
- Factory 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
- RM8,303 lower purchase price
- Front fog lamps fitted
- 155 hp and 200 Nm trail the KF Facelift's 162 hp and 213 Nm
- Three-year warranty is two years shorter
- No rear air vents, wireless smartphone mirroring or rear parking sensors
KF Facelift
- 162 hp and 213 Nm output
- Five-year/100,000 km factory warranty
- LED projector headlamps, rear air vents and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- 442-litre boot is 119 litres smaller
- 1,588 kg kerb weight is 66 kg higher
- Costs RM8,303 more
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 |
| 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, with 162 hp, LED lamps, rear air vents and a five-year warranty. Choose the Mazda CX-5 Mk1 if its 561-litre boot and lower cost are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift costs RM8,303 more than the Mazda CX-5 Mk1. That gap brings 7 hp, 13 Nm, newer lighting, extra charging points and two additional years of warranty coverage.
Which Mazda CX-5 has the larger boot?
The Mazda CX-5 Mk1 has the larger boot at 561 litres. The Mazda CX-5 KF Facelift has 442 litres, leaving the Mk1 with a 119-litre advantage for prams, luggage or bulky shopping.
