Verdict
These SUVs serve very different Malaysian households. The Mazda CX-80 brings six seats, all-wheel drive and a 3,120 mm wheelbase, but its 17.8 kWh battery delivers just 65 km of EV range before its 2.5-litre petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain takes over. The Volvo EX30 is the cheaper, smaller choice, yet its 69 kWh battery stretches to 475 km and its 268 hp motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds. Choose space and long-trip flexibility with the Mazda; choose EV range and lower annual road tax with the Volvo.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, a 3,120 mm wheelbase, all-wheel drive and petrol-backed plug-in hybrid travel beyond its 65 km EV range.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want 475 km of electric range, 175 kW DC charging and a RM260 annual road tax bill.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; Volvo EX30 RM198,888.
- EV range: Mazda CX-80 65 km; Volvo EX30 475 km.
- Battery capacity: Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh; Volvo EX30 69 kWh.
- Charging: Mazda CX-80 7.2 kW AC and no DC rate listed; Volvo EX30 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC.
- Seating: Mazda CX-80 six seats; Volvo EX30 five seats.
- Length: Mazda CX-80 4,995 mm; Volvo EX30 4,223 mm.
CX-80
- Six-seat cabin with captain seats in the middle row
- All-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic
- Heated and ventilated front and middle-row seats
- RM97,722 more expensive than the EX30
- 65 km EV range versus the EX30's 475 km
- 7.2 kW AC charging and no DC charging rate listed
EX30
- 475 km EV range from a 69 kWh battery
- 175 kW DC charging plus 3.6 kW V2L
- 268 hp, 343 Nm motor and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Five seats instead of the CX-80's six
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- No rear air-conditioning, versus the CX-80's single-zone rear system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM198,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 189 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 261 Nm at 4,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 100 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | 69 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 65 km | 475 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & 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) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C 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 | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon 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 to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
Used CX-80 & EX30 for sale
CX-80 vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or Volvo EX30 better?
The EX30 is better for electric range, charging capability and lower road tax, with 475 km range and 175 kW DC charging. The CX-80 is better for carrying people, adding a sixth seat, a much longer 3,120 mm wheelbase and all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM97,722 more than the Volvo EX30. That gap accompanies the Mazda's six-seat layout, all-wheel drive and plug-in hybrid petrol powertrain, while the Volvo brings a larger battery and far longer EV range.
Which one is better for a large family?
The Mazda CX-80 is the clear family-space choice. It has six seats, individual middle-row captain seats, rear air-conditioning and a 3,120 mm wheelbase. The EX30 has five seats and a 2,650 mm wheelbase, although its 318-litre boot is larger than the Mazda's 258 litres.
