Time to change cars, which is better, Fortuner or CX-9? Toyota vs Mazda

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-9 when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

Toyota Fortuner has an OTR selling price in Malaysia of RM 195,880 - 241,880, with a total of 3 versions, 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-9 has an OTR selling price in Malaysia of RM 328,810 - 345,810, with a total of 2 versions, including 2023 2.5T 4WD (RM 345,810), 2023 2.5T 2WD (RM 328,810), etc.

From a price perspective, Toyota Fortuner's entry price is indeed RM 132,930 cheaper than Mazda CX-9. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. However, keep in mind, the few thousand bucks saved might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a 2.5L Diesel engine, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.

Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a 2.0L Turbo engine, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.

Regarding power, Mazda CX-9's 2.0L Turbo has 33 more horsepower than Toyota Fortuner's 2.5L Diesel. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and will not feel underpowered.

Features and Technology

Toyota Fortuner uses FWD drive mode.

Mazda CX-9 uses FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, there will not be much difference in driving feel during daily use.

Maintenance and Service

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

Mazda CX-9 has a 5 years/150,000km warranty, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Who is it Suitable For?

Both Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-9 are 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 a better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both models; personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-9 are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework well, compare quotes from several dealerships, then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research is never a mistake.