Harrier or CX-8? A comparison to save you the time on research

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Harrier and Mazda CX-8 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Toyota Harrier's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 289,000 - 289,000, with a total of 1 version, including 2026 HEV 2.5L Standard (RM 289,000), etc.

Mazda CX-8's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 165,360 - 201,360, with a total of 5 versions, including 2025 2.5T 4WD High Plus Petrol (RM 201,360), 2025 2.2L 2WD High Plus Diesel (RM 193,123), 2025 2.5L 2WD High Plus Petrol (RM 186,360), etc.

From the price perspective, Mazda CX-8's starting price is RM 123,640 cheaper than Toyota Harrier. Honestly, at this price range, a difference of a few thousand is not significant; the key is still looking at overall cost-effectiveness and long-term usage costs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Toyota Harrier is equipped with 2.0L Turbo, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.

Mazda CX-8 is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, Toyota Harrier's 2.0L Turbo has 50 more horsepower than Mazda CX-8's 2.0L 4-cyl, providing more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways. However, Mazda CX-8's fuel consumption might be more friendly, and the difference in daily city commuting would not be too large.

Safety Features

Toyota Harrier's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Brand ADAS.

Mazda CX-8's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Brand ADAS.

Both cars have the same safety rating; safety features in this class are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, so no need to worry too much about this point.

Space and Comfort

Toyota Harrier body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Mazda CX-8 body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.

Regarding space, Mazda CX-8's body is 100 mm longer than Toyota Harrier, offering an advantage in passenger space. However, Toyota Harrier is a bit more flexible for parking in the city, each has its trade-offs.

Maintenance and Care

Toyota Harrier warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Mazda CX-8 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Toyota Harrier and Mazda CX-8 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and test driving before making the final decision. Buying a car is a major event; spending time on research will definitely not be a mistake.