Verdict
The smart #5 is the more capable electric choice on paper: its 358 hp motor, 100 kWh battery and 590 km range sit alongside 400 kW DC charging, while 6.5 seconds to 100 km/h is 3.1 seconds quicker than the CX-60. It also carries 60 litres more luggage. The Mazda answers with a 580 kg lower kerb weight, seven airbags to the smart’s six, and a five-year/100,000 km warranty with free service. Its 58-litre petrol tank suits buyers without dependable charging access.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if a lighter 1,680 kg petrol SUV, a seven-airbag count and five years of free service matter more than EV range and acceleration.
Pick the smart #5 if you can charge regularly and want 590 km of stated EV range, 400 kW DC charging, a 630-litre boot and 6.5-second acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-60 RM200,510; smart #5 RM209,800.
- Power and torque: Mazda CX-60 189 hp and 261 Nm; smart #5 358 hp and 373 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Mazda CX-60 9.6 seconds; smart #5 6.5 seconds.
- Kerb weight: Mazda CX-60 1,680 kg; smart #5 2,260 kg.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-60 570 litres; smart #5 630 litres.
- Road tax: Mazda CX-60 RM830 yearly; smart #5 RM455 yearly.
CX-60
- 580 kg lighter at 1,680 kg
- Seven airbags versus six
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty with free service
- 189 hp and 261 Nm trail the smart #5's 358 hp and 373 Nm
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.5 seconds
- 570-litre boot is 60 litres smaller
#5
- 100 kWh battery with 590 km stated range
- Up to 400 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- 630-litre boot and powered kick-sensor tailgate
- 2,260 kg kerb weight is 580 kg higher
- Six airbags versus the CX-60's seven
- Four-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter
What the CX-60 has over the #5
What the #5 has over the CX-60
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the #5: 630 litres against 570.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM200,510✓ | RM209,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM455✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,045/mo✓ | RM2,140/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,560✓ | RM5,703 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,506 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM7.53 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM38,319 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 4.5 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 20 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 189 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 261 Nm at 3,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 100 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 358 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 590 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 400 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | 2,260 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 570 litres | 630 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes Sport | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 20 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components Warranty |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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CX-60 vs #5 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-60 or smart #5 better?
The smart #5 is better for EV buyers with access to charging, delivering 358 hp, 590 km of stated range and 400 kW DC charging. Choose the CX-60 if petrol refuelling, lower weight, seven airbags and a five-year warranty are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The smart #5 costs RM9,290 more than the Mazda CX-60. That gap brings a 100 kWh battery, 590 km stated range, 400 kW DC charging, 630 litres of boot space and much quicker acceleration.
Which one is quicker and more practical for luggage?
The smart #5 reaches 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, against 9.6 seconds for the CX-60. It also has a 630-litre boot, 60 litres more than the Mazda's 570 litres.
How long does charging take?
The #5's 100.0 kWh battery takes about 4.5 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 400 kW peak.
