In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare the Toyota Corolla Cross and Mazda CX-60 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 Toyota Corolla Cross in Malaysia is RM 133,800 - 148,800, with a total of 3 versions, including 2026 HEV 1.8L GR Sport (RM 148,800), 2026 HEV 1.8L Standard (RM 140,800), 2026 1.8L Standard (RM 133,800), etc.
The OTR price of 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 Toyota Corolla Cross is indeed RM 66,710 cheaper than Mazda CX-60. If your budget is limited, the Toyota entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. However, also note that the cheaper few thousand might involve compromises in features, which depends on your specific needs.

Toyota Corolla Cross is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-60 is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Mazda CX-60's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 more horsepower than the Toyota Corolla Cross's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily driving in the city, the power of both cars is sufficient and won't feel lacking.

Toyota Corolla Cross warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mazda CX-60 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Toyota Corolla Cross and Mazda CX-60 are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale price more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as experiencing it personally is the most important.

In summary, Toyota Corolla Cross and Mazda CX-60 are both very 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 test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never go wrong.