In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers tend to compare Proton X70 and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.
The OTR price for 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), and 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300), among others.
The OTR price for Mazda CX-60 in Malaysia is RM 200,510 - 252,873, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 3.3T 4WD High Plus (RM 252,873) and 2025 2.5L 2WD High (RM 200,510), among others.
In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X70 is indeed RM 93,710 cheaper than Mazda CX-60. If you have a limited budget, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, keep in mind that the few thousand savings might involve compromises on features, depending on your specific needs.
Proton X70 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-60 is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.0 L/100km.
Regarding power, the 2.0L 4-cyl in Mazda CX-60 has 30 more horsepower than the 1.5L Turbo in Proton X70. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power, and you won't feel it's lacking.
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.
Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X70's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Mazda CX-60's i-Activsense Pro. If you value active safety features, you can compare their feature lists carefully.
Proton X70 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mazda CX-60 body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
In terms of space, Mazda CX-60's body is 100 mm longer than Proton X70, offering more passenger space. However, Proton X70 will be a bit more flexible to park in the city, each has its trade-offs.
Proton X70 Warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mazda CX-60 Warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Warranty conditions for both cars are the same, no need to worry about this. Actual maintenance costs depend on the brand's service network and parts prices, it is recommended to ask real owners in car owner groups for their experiences.
Overall, Proton X70 and Mazda CX-60 are both excellent models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple car dealers, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time researching will never be wrong.