In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car. Both 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.
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.
In terms of price, 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 note that the cheaper few thousand dollars might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific needs.

Proton X90 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp power. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-60 is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp power. 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, both cars have sufficient power and 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, there are some functional differences between Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Mazda CX-60's i-Activsense Pro. If you prioritize active safety, you can compare their feature lists in detail.

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

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 and features, choose the one with richer configurations. In the end, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing them firsthand is the most important.

Overall, Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never go wrong.