In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Toyota Yaris Cross and Mazda CX-3 when choosing a car. These two models are quite similar in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Toyota Yaris Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900), etc.
The Mazda CX-3 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 126,159 - 139,159, with a total of 2 versions, including 2023 2.0L High (RM 139,159), 2023 2.0L Plus (RM 126,159), etc.
In terms of price, the Toyota Yaris Cross starting price is indeed RM 26,259 cheaper than the Mazda CX-3. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the few thousand ringgit cheaper might involve trade-offs in equipment, specifically depending on your needs.

The safety rating of Toyota Yaris Cross is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS.
The safety rating of Mazda CX-3 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include i-Activsense.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New car safety is generally not poor these days, so don't worry too much about this.

The Toyota Yaris Cross adopts FWD drive mode.
The Mazda CX-3 adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars use the same drive mode, both are FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving feel.

The Toyota Yaris Cross warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
The Mazda CX-3 warranty is 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, both Toyota Yaris Cross and Mazda CX-3 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research well, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will definitely not be wrong.