In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price of Proton X90 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with a total of 4 variants, 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-60 in Malaysia is RM 200,510 - 252,873, with a total of 2 variants, including 2026 3.3T 4WD High Plus (RM 252,873), 2025 2.5L 2WD High (RM 200,510), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 93,710 cheaper than Mazda CX-60. If your budget is limited, the Proton entry-level version already meets daily needs. But note that the few thousand cheaper price might involve trade-offs on features, it depends on your specific needs.

Proton X90 uses FWD drive mode.
Mazda CX-60 uses FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving feel will not have much difference.

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mazda CX-60 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Both cars have the same warranty conditions, so there is no need to worry about this. Actual maintenance costs also depend on the brand's service network and parts prices. It is recommended to ask real owners in car enthusiast groups for their experience.

Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are both 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 a better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Overall, Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest everyone do their research well, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major event, spending time on research will never be a mistake.