In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-80 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
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.
From a price perspective, 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. However, note that the difference of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, which depends on your specific needs.

Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a 2.5L Diesel, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.
Mazda CX-80 is equipped with a 2.0L Turbo, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, Mazda CX-80's 2.0L Turbo has 33 more horsepower than Toyota Fortuner's 2.5L Diesel. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you won't feel a lack of power.

Toyota Fortuner's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .
Mazda CX-80's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Brand ADAS.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive at this level. New cars nowadays are not lacking in safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this point.

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 better passenger space. However, Toyota Fortuner is more flexible for parking in the city, each having 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 price more, 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, as personal experience is the most important.

In summary, Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-80 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing homework will never go wrong.