In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning, today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
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.
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.
In terms of price, Proton X70's starting price is indeed RM 93,710 cheaper than Mazda CX-60. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the price difference of a few thousand might involve compromises in equipment, it depends on your specific needs.

Proton X70 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-60 is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, Mazda CX-60's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 more horsepower than Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

Proton X70's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Mazda CX-60's safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include i-Activsense Pro.
In terms of safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, Proton X70's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Mazda CX-60's i-Activsense Pro have some differences in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare the function lists of both closely.

Proton X70 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mazda CX-60 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Both cars have the same warranty conditions, no need to worry about this. Actual maintenance costs also depend on the brand's service network and parts prices, it is suggested to ask real owners in car owner groups for experience.
Overall, Proton X70 and Mazda CX-60 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will never be wrong.