In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Mazda CX-5 when choosing a car. The price and positioning of these two cars are quite close. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you the time of doing research.
Proton X90's OTR price 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.
Mazda CX-5's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 135,469 - 166,760, with a total of 3 versions, including 2025 2.0L AT 35th Anniversary (RM 316,154), 2025 2.0L AT (RM 296,154), 2025 2.0L MT (RM 294,154), etc.
From the price perspective, Proton X90's starting price is indeed RM 28,669 cheaper than Mazda CX-5. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your needs.

Proton X90's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Mazda CX-5's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .
Both cars have the same safety rating. In this class, safety features are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays are not lacking in safety, so no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mazda CX-5 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Regarding space, Mazda CX-5's body is 100 mm longer than Proton X90, giving it an advantage in seating space. However, Proton X90 is more flexible for parking in the city, each has trade-offs.

Both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-5 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-5 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is suggested to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing homework will never go wrong.