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. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
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 the Proton X90 is indeed RM 93,710 cheaper than the Mazda CX-60. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the difference of a few thousand might mean trade-offs in features, depending on your specific 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 the Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Mazda CX-60's i-Activsense Pro. If you value active safety more, you can compare the feature lists of both in detail.

The Proton X90 uses FWD drive system.
The Mazda CX-60 uses FWD drive system.
Both cars use the same drive system, both are FWD, so daily driving experience won't differ much.

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.
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 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, you can prioritize the one with a better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-60 are quite good car 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 go for a test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big thing, spending time doing research will definitely not go wrong.