In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and Mazda CX-8 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will do 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-8 in Malaysia is RM 165,360 - 201,360, with a total of 5 versions, including 2025 2.5T 4WD High Plus Petrol (RM 201,360), 2025 2.2L 2WD High Plus Diesel (RM 193,123), 2025 2.5L 2WD High Plus Petrol (RM 186,360), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 58,560 cheaper than Mazda CX-8. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand difference in price might involve compromises in features, depending on your needs.

The Proton X90's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The Mazda CX-8's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Brand ADAS.
Both cars have the same safety rating. Within this class, safety features are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, no need to worry too much about this point.

Proton X90 uses FWD drive method.
Mazda CX-8 uses FWD drive method.
Both cars use the same drive method, FWD. There won't be much difference in daily driving experience.

Both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-8 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 configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Mazda CX-8 are very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended that everyone do their research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will never go wrong.