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Choose Proton X70 or Mazda CX-60? A Five-Aspect Analysis to Help You Decide

2026-08-03 10:00:13
CoffeeMachine
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X70 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 Versions

The Proton X70 OTR price 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), etc.

The Mazda CX-60 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 200,510 - 252,873, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 3.3T 4WD High Plus (RM 252,873), 2025 2.5L 2WD High (RM 200,510), etc.

From a price perspective, the Proton X70 is indeed RM 93,710 cheaper at the starting price compared to the Mazda CX-60. If your budget is limited, the Proton 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 needs.

Mazda CX-60 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Proton X70 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, with 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.

The Mazda CX-60 is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, with 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.0 L/100km.

Regarding power, the Mazda CX-60's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 more horsepower than the Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you won't feel like it lacks power.

Mazda CX-60 Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

The Proton X70 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

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

In terms of safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, the Proton X70's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and the Mazda CX-60's i-Activsense Pro have some functional differences. If you value active safety highly, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

Mazda CX-60 Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Features and Technology

The Proton X70 adopts FWD drive mode.

The Mazda CX-60 adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, which is FWD, so there won't be a big difference in the daily driving experience.

Conclusion

Overall, the Proton X70 and Mazda CX-60 are both very good car 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 test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will definitely not be wrong.

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