Fortuner or CX-60? A Comparison Helps Save You Time on Research

In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-60 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.

Price and Variants

Toyota Fortuner's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 195,880 - 241,880, with a total of 3 variants, including 2024 2.8T VRZ Diesel (RM 241,880), 2024 2.7L SRZ Petrol (RM 202,880), 2024 2.4L Standard Diesel (RM 195,880), etc.

Mazda CX-60's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 200,510 - 252,873, with a total of 2 variants, including 2026 3.3T 4WD High Plus (RM 252,873), 2025 2.5L 2WD High (RM 200,510), etc.

In terms of price, Toyota Fortuner's starting price is indeed RM 4,630 cheaper than Mazda CX-60. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, those few thousand cheaper might mean compromises in features, depending on your needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a 2.5L Diesel, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 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, Toyota Fortuner's 2.5L Diesel has 17 more horsepower than Mazda CX-60's 2.0L 4-cyl, with more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways. However, Mazda CX-60's fuel consumption might be friendlier, and the difference for daily city commuting won't be too significant.

Safety Features

Toyota Fortuner's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.

Mazda CX-60's safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include i-Activsense Pro.

Space and Comfort

Toyota Fortuner body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Mazda CX-60 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.

In terms of space, Mazda CX-60's body is 100 mm longer than Toyota Fortuner, offering an advantage in seating space. However, Toyota Fortuner is a bit more flexible for parking in the city, each has its trade-offs.

Maintenance and Service

Toyota Fortuner warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.

Mazda CX-60 warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.

Summary

Overall, both Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-60 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will never go wrong.