In the Malaysia SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Mazda CX-30 when choosing a car. The price and positioning of these two cars are quite close. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time doing research.
The OTR price of Proton X90 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 1.5T Prime X (RM 122,800), 2026 1.5T Prime (RM 116,800), 2026 1.5T Lite (RM 106,800), etc.
The OTR price of Mazda CX-30 in Malaysia is RM 122,409 - 146,409, with a total of 4 versions, including 2025 2.0L High+ Premium (RM 146,409), 2025 2.0L High+ (RM 138,409), 2025 2.0L High (RM 130,409), etc.
From the price perspective, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 15,609 cheaper than Mazda CX-30. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand ringgit difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

The Proton X90 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The Mazda CX-30 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include i-Activsense.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive for this class. New cars nowadays generally have good safety standards, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

The Proton X90 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The Mazda CX-30 body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
In terms of space, the Mazda CX-30 body is 100 mm longer than the Proton X90, offering better passenger space. However, the Proton X90 is more maneuverable for parking in the city, each has trade-offs.

The Proton X90 uses FWD drive configuration.
The Mazda CX-30 uses FWD drive configuration.
Both cars have the same drive configuration, both FWD, so the daily driving experience will not differ much.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-30 are very good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing thorough research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending some time doing research will never be wrong.