In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car.
The OTR price for 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 for 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. However, be aware that the difference of a few thousand RM might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your needs.

The safety rating for Proton X90 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), with active safety systems including ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating for Mazda CX-60 is 5★ (Euro NCAP), with active safety systems including i-Activsense Pro.
In terms of safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, there are some differences in function 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 carefully compare the function lists of both.

Proton X90 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mazda CX-60 body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
In terms of space, Mazda CX-60's body is 100 mm longer than Proton X90, giving it an advantage in passenger space. However, Proton X90 is slightly more flexible for parking in the city. There are trade-offs for each.

Proton X90 warranty is 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mazda CX-60 warranty is 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Both cars have the same warranty conditions, 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 owner groups for their experiences.

Both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, consider the one with better reputation first. If you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as firsthand experience is the most important.

In general, both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending time doing your homework will definitely not go wrong.