In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Yaris Cross and Mazda CX-5 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 Toyota Yaris Cross 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 OTR price for Mazda CX-5 in Malaysia is RM 135,469 - 166,760, with a total of 3 versions, including 2025 2.0L AT 35th Anniversary (RM 316,154), 2025 2.0L AT (RM 296,154), 2025 2.0L MT (RM 294,154), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Toyota Yaris Cross is indeed RM 35,569 cheaper than Mazda CX-5. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version already meets daily needs. However, note that the few thousand cheaper, there might be trade-offs in equipment, it depends on your specific needs.

Toyota Yaris Cross is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-5 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Regarding power, the 1.5L Turbo of Mazda CX-5 has 35 more horsepower than the 1.5L 4-cyl of Toyota Yaris Cross. However, for daily driving in the city, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel lacking power.

Toyota Yaris Cross safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS.
Mazda CX-5 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .
Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features in this class are considered very complete. New cars nowadays do not have poor safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Toyota Yaris Cross adopts FWD drive mode.
Mazda CX-5 adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not have much difference.

Overall, Toyota Yaris Cross and Mazda CX-5 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose, it depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do homework, compare quotes from several dealers, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on homework will never be wrong.