BYD e6 vs Mazda CX-5
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | BYD e6 | Mazda CX-5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max power (hp) | 94 | 200 | -53.0% |
| Max torque (Nm) | 180 | 450 | -60.0% |
| Fuel type | Electric | Diesel | — |
| Transmission | Automatic | 6AT | — |
| Price (USD est.) | $37,800 | $24,024 | +57.3% |
- Mazda CX-5 makes about 53% more power (200 vs 94 hp).
- Their economy figures use different measures (Electric vs Diesel), so compare running costs in your local fuel and electricity prices rather than head-to-head.
- Prices are converted to USD from their home markets (India and Japan); taxes and availability differ by country.
Verdict: e6 or CX-5?
BYD e6 advantages
- No decisive advantage on the tracked metrics.
Mazda CX-5 advantages
- Engine power (+53%)
- Pulling torque (+60%)
- Affordability (+36%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the Mazda CX-5 if you want stronger performance and overtaking confidence.
Value for money
Mazda CX-5 delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
BYD e6 vs Mazda CX-5: which should you choose?
BYD e6 (2025 GL Plus) — electric mpv with 94 hp and 180 Nm; priced near $37,800 in the India market.
Mazda CX-5 (2026 XD L Package) — diesel suv with 200 hp and 450 Nm, rated at 17.4 km/L, 5-star JNCAP safety; priced near $24,024 in the Japan market.
BYD e6 vs Mazda CX-5: Mazda CX-5 is more powerful. Mazda CX-5 makes about 53% more power (200 vs 94 hp). Their economy figures use different measures (Electric vs Diesel), so compare running costs in your local fuel and electricity prices rather than head-to-head.
Performance
The Mazda CX-5 is the more powerful, at 200 hp against 94 hp, with 450 Nm of torque on tap. Its diesel drivetrain pairs with a 6at transmission.
Running costs
These cars use different energy types (Electric vs Diesel), so compare cost per kilometre at your local fuel and electricity prices rather than a single economy number.
Price and value
The Mazda CX-5 lists lower at about $24,024 (USD-converted from the Japan market). Factor in insurance, fuel or charging, taxes and resale — not just the sticker price.
The verdict
Both are credible choices in the car comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD e6 better than the Mazda CX-5?
Mazda CX-5 is the clearly stronger overall choice, winning most of the dimensions that matter. Mazda CX-5 makes about 53% more power (200 vs 94 hp).
What is the main difference between the BYD e6 and the Mazda CX-5?
Mazda CX-5 makes about 53% more power (200 vs 94 hp). Their economy figures use different measures (Electric vs Diesel), so compare running costs in your local fuel and electricity prices rather than head-to-head.
Which is better value?
Mazda CX-5 delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Which should I choose?
Choose the Mazda CX-5 if you want stronger performance and overtaking confidence.
Methodology
Cars are compared on manufacturer-rated maximum power and torque, certified fuel economy (km/L, converted from each market's test cycle: EPA, WLTP, CLTC, JC08/WLTC, ARAI) or EV energy use (kWh/100km), official NCAP crash-test ratings from the model's home-market programme, and list prices converted to USD at recent exchange rates. Each model shows its newest listed year and its highest-priority market trim. Test cycles differ between regions, so cross-market economy figures are directional rather than exact; prices exclude local taxes and incentives.