Verdict
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM296,610, undercutting the RM384,972 Volkswagen Touareg by RM88,362 while bringing six seats, a 17.8-kWh plug-in hybrid battery and 65 km of EV range. That makes it the more practical choice for a larger family able to charge at 7.2 kW. The Touareg answers with far stronger engine figures at 335 hp and 450 Nm, plus an 810-litre boot against the Mazda’s 258 litres. Its RM1,632 annual road tax is almost double the CX-80’s RM830, however.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, can use its 65-km EV range and want to keep RM88,362 in your pocket.
Touareg
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if five seats are enough and you prioritise 335 hp, 450 Nm and an 810-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- Power and torque: Mazda 189 hp and 261 Nm petrol engine; Volkswagen 335 hp and 450 Nm.
- Electrification: Mazda has one 172-hp, 270-Nm motor, 17.8-kWh battery and 65-km EV range; Volkswagen has no motor or EV range.
- Seating and boot: Mazda has six seats and 258 litres; Volkswagen has five seats and 810 litres.
- Dimensions: Mazda is 4,995 mm long with a 3,120-mm wheelbase; Volkswagen is 4,878 mm long with a 2,984-mm wheelbase.
- Road tax: Mazda RM830 per year; Volkswagen RM1,632 per year.
CX-80
- RM88,362 cheaper to buy.
- Six-seat layout with heated and ventilated middle-row captain’s seats.
- 17.8-kWh plug-in hybrid battery, 65-km EV range and 7.2-kW AC charging.
- 258-litre boot is 552 litres smaller than the Touareg’s.
- 189 hp and 261 Nm trail the Touareg’s 335 hp and 450 Nm.
- No night vision, navigation or air suspension.
Touareg
- 335 hp and 450 Nm from its 3.0-litre turbo petrol engine.
- 810-litre boot despite a shorter 4,878-mm body.
- Air suspension, night vision and HD Matrix LED headlamps.
- RM88,362 more expensive.
- Five seats versus the CX-80’s six.
- RM1,632 annual road tax is RM802 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610✓ | RM384,972 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 65 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 | Electronic for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Manual rear window blinds |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery 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.
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CX-80 vs Touareg FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The CX-80 is better for six occupants, plug-in hybrid driving and lower purchase and road-tax costs. The Touareg is better for outright engine output and luggage capacity, with 335 hp, 450 Nm and an 810-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Touareg costs RM88,362 more than the Mazda CX-80.
Which has more luggage space?
The Volkswagen Touareg has the larger boot at 810 litres, compared with 258 litres in the six-seat Mazda CX-80. The Touareg therefore carries 552 litres more luggage.
