Ford Everest vs Mazda CX-80

The Ford Everest starts from $59,490 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-80 opens at $64,490. That makes the Ford Everest the more affordable entry point by $5,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $65,439 and $70,939 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Ford Everest and Mazda CX-80 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 86% for the Ford Everest and 92% for the Mazda CX-80.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Ford Everest packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mazda CX-80.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Ford Everest and 6 in the Mazda CX-80.

The Ford Everest features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the Mazda CX-80 gets a 10.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Ford Everest stands out with wireless charging that you will not find on the Mazda CX-80. The Mazda CX-80 counters with power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Ford Everest uses a Diesel Bi-Turbo producing 154kW and 500Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.1 seconds.

The Mazda CX-80 responds with a Petrol making 209kW and 450Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The Mazda CX-80 has the clear power advantage at 209kW vs 154kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mazda CX-80 is 1.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Ford Everest measures 4,978mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 12mm shorter than the Mazda CX-80 at 4,990mm (3,120mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-80 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 259L in the Ford Everest and 550L in the Mazda CX-80, giving the Mazda CX-80 a 291L advantage. The Mazda CX-80 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Ford Everest leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,052/year for the Ford Everest and $2,024/year for the Mazda CX-80. That is a $28 annual difference in favour of the Mazda CX-80.

Estimated annual total: $2,052 (Ford Everest) vs $2,024 (Mazda CX-80). The Mazda CX-80 saves you roughly $28 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Ford Everest) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-80). Both match on warranty length.