Mazda CX-80 vs BMW X1

The Mazda CX-80 starts from $64,490 before on-road costs, while the BMW X1 opens at $61,800. That makes the BMW X1 the more affordable entry point by $2,690.

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 $70,939 and $67,980 respectively.

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

Both the Mazda CX-80 and BMW X1 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the Mazda CX-80 and 86% for the BMW X1.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Mazda CX-80 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the BMW X1.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Mazda CX-80 and 6 in the BMW X1.

The Mazda CX-80 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen, while the BMW X1 gets a 10.7-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mazda CX-80 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto that you will not find on the BMW X1. The BMW X1 counters with Apple CarPlay, head-up display, heated front seats and Harman Kardon audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mazda CX-80 uses a Petrol producing 209kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The BMW X1 responds with a Petrol making 115kW and 230Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.1 seconds.

The Mazda CX-80 has the clear power advantage at 209kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the BMW X1 is 1.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mazda CX-80 measures 4,990mm long on a 3,120mm wheelbase, 490mm longer than the BMW X1 at 4,500mm (2,692mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-80 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 550L in the Mazda CX-80 and 410L in the BMW X1, giving the Mazda CX-80 a 140L advantage. The Mazda CX-80 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mazda CX-80 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,024/year for the Mazda CX-80 and $1,853/year for the BMW X1. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the BMW X1.

Estimated annual total: $2,024 (Mazda CX-80) vs $1,853 (BMW X1). The BMW X1 saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-80) vs 5 years / 999,999km (BMW X1). Both match on warranty length.