In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and Mazda CX-30 when choosing a car.
The OTR price of the Proton X70 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300), among others.
The OTR price of the Mazda CX-30 in Malaysia is RM 122,409 - 146,409, with a total of 4 versions, including 2025 2.0L High+ Premium (RM 146,409), 2025 2.0L High+ (RM 138,409), 2025 2.0L High (RM 130,409), among others.
From a price perspective, the starting price of the Proton X70 is indeed RM 15,609 cheaper than the Mazda CX-30. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the savings of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific requirements.

The Proton X70's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The Mazda CX-30's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include i-Activsense.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features in this class are considered quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X70 body length is 4400 mm, trunk capacity is 400 L.
Mazda CX-30 body length is 4500 mm, trunk capacity is 450 L.
In terms of space, the Mazda CX-30 body is 100 mm longer than the Proton X70, giving it an advantage in passenger space. However, the Proton X70 is slightly more flexible to park in the city, with trade-offs on each side.

Both the Proton X70 and Mazda CX-30 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, we recommend test driving both; personal experience is the most important.
In general, both the Proton X70 and Mazda CX-30 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a major decision; spending time doing research will never be wrong.