Toyota bZ4X AWD vs Mazda CX-5 (petrol): 5-year cost to own (NZ)
Over 5 years in New Zealand (14,000 km/yr), as of July 1, 2026, the Mazda CX-5 (petrol) stays the cheaper car to own — about $56,577 vs $81,991 for the Toyota bZ4X AWD, a $25,414 difference over 5 years.
No EV purchase rebate in NZ (the Clean Car Discount ended Dec 2023), and EVs now pay Road User Charges (~NZ$76/1,000 km). Both are reflected honestly — the RUC is included in the totals above. Source: NZTA.
Cheaper to own over 5 years · NZMazda CX-5 (petrol) · $56,577 total · $25,414 less than the Toyota bZ4X AWD
Toyota bZ4X AWD vs Mazda CX-5 (petrol) — where the money goes
| Cost component | Electric · Toyota bZ4X AWD | Petrol · Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Depreciation (estimated) | $46,394 (57%) | $21,595 (38%) |
| Charging / fuel | $5,625 (7%) | $15,384 (27%) |
| ↳ of which charging loss | 12% (~$675) | — |
| Maintenance | $2,247 (3%) | $4,501 (8%) |
| Insurance | $7,000 (9%) | $6,335 (11%) |
| Financing interest | $14,480 (18%) | $7,897 (14%) |
| Registration & fees | $6,245 (8%) | $865 (2%) |
| Total cost of ownership | $81,991 | $56,577 |
When does the Toyota bZ4X AWD win?
Even at high mileage or a long hold, the Mazda CX-5 (petrol) stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Toyota bZ4X AWD is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost.
Toyota bZ4X AWD vs Mazda CX-5 (petrol), side by side
Electric
Toyota bZ4X AWD
- 5-yr total cost
- $81,991
- Cost / month
- $1,367
- Cost / km
- $1.17
- Starting price
- $79,990
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Efficiency
- 16 kWh/100km
Petrol
Lower 5-yr cost
Mazda CX-5 (petrol)
- 5-yr total cost
- $56,577
- Cost / month
- $943
- Cost / km
- $0.81
- Starting price
- $44,990
- Powertrain
- Petrol
- Efficiency
- 7.4 L/100km
- NZ electricity
- 34.00c/kWh EA / MBIE
- Petrol (NZ)
- $2.97/L MBIE
FAQ
Is the Toyota bZ4X AWD or the Mazda CX-5 (petrol) cheaper to own over 5 years in New Zealand?
The Mazda CX-5 (petrol) stays the cheaper car to own — about $56,577 vs $81,991 for the Toyota bZ4X AWD, a $25,414 difference over 5 years.
When does the Toyota bZ4X AWD become cheaper than the Mazda CX-5 (petrol)?
Even at high mileage or a long hold, the Mazda CX-5 (petrol) stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Toyota bZ4X AWD is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost.
How much more does the Toyota bZ4X AWD cost to buy than the Mazda CX-5 (petrol)?
The Toyota bZ4X AWD starts at $79,990 — $35,000 more than the Mazda CX-5 (petrol) ($44,990). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $25,414 in favour of the Mazda CX-5 (petrol).
Which costs less per km — the Toyota bZ4X AWD or the Mazda CX-5 (petrol)?
The Mazda CX-5 (petrol): $0.81 vs $1.17 per km all-in ($943 vs $1,367 per month).