In the Malaysia SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Yaris Cross and Mazda CX-30 when choosing a car. These two models 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 Toyota Yaris Cross in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900. There are 2 versions in total, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900) etc.
The OTR price for Mazda CX-30 in Malaysia is RM 122,409 - 146,409. There are 4 versions in total, including 2025 2.0L High+ Premium (RM 146,409), 2025 2.0L High+ (RM 138,409), 2025 2.0L High (RM 130,409) etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Toyota Yaris Cross is indeed RM 22,509 cheaper than Mazda CX-30. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the cheaper price of a few thousand may involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your needs.

Toyota Yaris Cross is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-30 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Mazda CX-30's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than the Toyota Yaris Cross's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have enough power and won't feel lacking.

Toyota Yaris Cross body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mazda CX-30 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
In terms of space, the Mazda CX-30 body is 100 mm longer than the Toyota Yaris Cross, offering better passenger space. However, the Toyota Yaris Cross is slightly more flexible for parking in the city, with trade-offs for both.

Toyota Yaris Cross and Mazda CX-30 are both mainstream choices in the Malaysia 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 equipment, choose the one with richer configuration. In the end, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Overall, Toyota Yaris Cross and Mazda CX-30 are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time researching will never be wrong.