Mazda CX-8 vs Volvo EX30
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Mazda CX-8 and the Volvo EX30 as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Bermaz Auto Philippines (Mazda Philippines) and Hariphil Asia Resources Inc. (HARI). Last verified .
Photo: Mazda Philippines, via mazda.ph.
Mazda CX-8
2.5L Signature 7-Seater variant
- SRP
- ₱2,390,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱41,591
Photo: Volvo Cars Philippines, via volvocars.com.
Volvo EX30
Core RWD variant
- SRP
- ₱2,350,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱40,895
How they differ
- The Volvo EX30 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,350,000, which is ₱40,000 (2%) below the Mazda CX-8 at ₱2,390,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the EX30 is estimated at ₱40,895 a month against ₱41,591 for the CX-8, a difference of ₱696 a month.
- The EX30 makes more power (272 PS against 190 PS for the CX-8).
- The EX30 has more torque (343 Nm against 252 Nm for the CX-8).
- The CX-8 is the longer vehicle (4,900 mm against 4,233 mm for the EX30).
- The CX-8 seats 7, the EX30 seats 5.
- They differ in powertrain: the CX-8 has a combustion engine, the EX30 a battery-electric powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Mazda CX-82.5L Signature 7-Seater, ₱2,390,000 | Volvo EX30Core RWD, ₱2,350,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | SKYACTIV-G 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder DOHC, 16 valves | Rear permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor |
| Displacement (differs) | 2488 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 190 PS | 272 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 6000 rpm | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 252 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 4,000 | n/a |
| Fuel system (differs) | Direct injection | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | n/a | 51 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | n/a | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | n/a | 337 km |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 200 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | n/a | 134 kW |
| Charging time (differs) | n/a | DC 10-80% in about 26 min; AC 0-100% (3-phase 16A) in about 6 h |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | SKYACTIV-Drive 6-Speed Automatic with Sport mode | Automatic (single-speed) |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-Wheel Drive | RWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4900 mm | 4233 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1840 mm | 1838 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 200 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1768 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.8 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 72 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | n/a | 318 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson Strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-Link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated Discs | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid Discs | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/55 R19 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 19-inch Bright Silver aluminium alloy | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags (differs) | 6 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | i-ACTIVSENSE: Standard Cruise Control, Smart City Brake Support: Front & Rear, Driver-Attention Alert, Lane Departure Warning Equipped with Lane Keep Assist, Blind-Spot Monitoring With Rear-Cross Traffic Alert | Pilot Assist with driver attention monitoring, collision avoidance with intersection auto brake, door opening alert |
| Stability control (differs) | Dynamic Stability Control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | Mazda Connect with 8-inch Touchscreen LCD Display | 12.3-inch free-standing centre touchscreen, Google built-in (Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Play) with a four-year digital services package |
| Smartphone connectivity | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 7-inch LCD Display Meter Set | No separate driver display; driver information is shown on the 12.3-inch centre screen |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart Keyless Entry System | Digital key via phone wallet app |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Harman Kardon audio, air quality system with PM2.5 filter and remote cabin pre-cleaning, over-the-air software updates, front trunk (7 L) |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 5 years, unlimited mileage |
| Battery warranty (differs) | n/a | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.