In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-80 when choosing a car.
Toyota Fortuner's OTR price in Malaysia is 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-80's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 296,610 - 296,610, with a total of 1 version, including 2025 2.5L 65km High Plus (RM 296,610), etc.
Looking at the price, Toyota Fortuner's starting price is indeed RM 100,730 cheaper than Mazda CX-80. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand cheaper difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Toyota Fortuner is equipped with 2.5L Diesel, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.
Mazda CX-80 is equipped with 2.0L Turbo, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.
Regarding power, Mazda CX-80'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, you won't feel lacking.

Toyota Fortuner body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mazda CX-80 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
In terms of space, Mazda CX-80's body is 100 mm longer than Toyota Fortuner, offering an advantage in seating space. However, Toyota Fortuner is a bit more flexible to park in the city, each has its trade-offs.

Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-80 are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Overall, Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-80 are both quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose ultimately depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will definitely not be wrong.