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Proton X90 or Mazda CX-5? What do Malaysian owners have to say?

2026-08-12 22:50:00
LeatherBags
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Mazda CX-5 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

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-5 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 a 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 dollars saved might have compromises in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X90 exterior image 1, source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

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, safety features are quite complete for this level. New cars nowadays are not lacking in safety, so no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X90 exterior image 2, source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Mazda CX-5 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.

Regarding space, Mazda CX-5 body is 100 mm longer than Proton X90, offering more seating space advantage. However, Proton X90 is a bit more flexible for parking in the city, each has its trade-offs.

Proton X90 exterior image 3, source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Care

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Mazda CX-5 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Warranty conditions for both cars are the same, no need to worry about this aspect. Actual maintenance costs also depend on the brand's service network and parts prices, suggest asking real owners in car enthusiast groups for experience.

Mazda CX-5 exterior image 1, source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is it suitable for?

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, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about price-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is suggested to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Mazda CX-5 exterior image 2, source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

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

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