In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
Proton X90 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, there are 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-60 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 200,510 - 252,873, there are 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 pricing 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 is already sufficient for daily needs. However, keep in mind that the few thousand saved might involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X90 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, horsepower 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-60 is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, horsepower 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
Regarding power, Mazda CX-60's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 more horsepower than Proton X90's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel underpowered.

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

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. Actual maintenance costs depend on the brand's service network and parts prices. It is recommended to ask real owners in car communities for their experience.

Overall, Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are both excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest you do your homework, compare quotes from several dealers, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending time researching will never be wrong.