In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car.
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-60 in Malaysia is RM 200,510 - 252,873, with a total of 2 versions, 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, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

The safety rating of Proton X90 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating of Mazda CX-60 is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include i-Activsense Pro.
In terms of safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Mazda CX-60's i-Activsense Pro. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both carefully.

Proton X90 uses FWD drive mode.
Mazda CX-60 uses FWD drive mode.
The drive mode of both cars is the same, both are FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving experience.

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.
The 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, it is recommended to ask real owners in car enthusiast groups for experience.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.