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2025 Mazda 3 1.5L reintroduced in Malaysia – sedan & hatchback, priced from RM118,900

Bermaz Motor has announced the reintroduction of the Mazda3 with a 1.5-liter engine, featuring enhanced specifications and premium features.

This model is available in both sedan and hatchback body styles.

The naturally aspirated 1.5-liter SkyActiv-G engine can produce a power output of up to 118 hp at 6,000 rpm and a torque of 153 Nm at 4,000 rpm, driving the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.

With a fuel tank capacity of 51 liters, the Mazda3 can achieve a fuel consumption figure as low as 5.8 liters per 100 km.

Included in its features are G-Vectoring Control Plus Technology, automatic LED headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, and a keyless entry system.

The cabin offers a seven-inch TFT mid-display, a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, dual-zone climate control, a wireless device charging slot, and rear air conditioning vents.

The Mazda3 also boasts leather upholstery on the steering wheel, a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory function, a six-way manual adjustable passenger seat, paddle shifters, and a color head-up display.

Safety features include six airbags, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Launch Assist (HLA), Seat Belt Reminder, ISOFIX anchors, and Auto Hold function.

It is also equipped with i-Activsense ADAS features, which include:

  • Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
  • High Beam Control (HBC)
  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
  • Lane Keeping Assist (LAS)
  • Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
  • Smart Brake Support (SBS) for front and rear
  • Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
  • Traffic Jam & Cruise Support (CTS)

There are several color options available, including Soul Red Crystal, Polymetal Gray, Jet Black, Platinum Quartz, Deep Crystal Blue, Machine Gray, and Snowflake White Pearl.

Imported fully from Japan (CBU), the Mazda3 is now open for orders, with a starting price of RM118,900.

Mazda3 1.5L Sedan

Mazda3 1.5L Hatchback

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Mazda3 finally gets facelift – Only 2.0-liter engine, sedan and hatchback, priced from RM156k

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FINALLY, after four years in the market, the Mazda3 has received a facelift and update. It’s not to say that it necessarily needed a facelift because the Mazda3 still looks beautiful and fresh, but it might need an update in terms of specifications and features.

The updated Mazda3 for 2023 is offered in four variants for the Malaysian market as follows:

Mazda3 2.0 High Sedan – RM156,059
Mazda3 2.0 High Plus Sedan – RM166,059
Mazda3 2.0 High Plus Liftback – RM166,059
Mazda3 2.0 Ignite Edition Liftback – RM175,059

As you can see above, all variants now come with only a 2.0-liter engine for the sedan and Liftback (hatchback), meaning the 1.5-liter engine has been dropped. The 2.0 SkyActiv-G engine is featured in all models, with an output of 162hp and 213Nm torque.

This engine is paired with a 6-speed SkyActiv-Drive gearbox with manual mode. Fuel efficiency figures are up to 6.2L/100km for the sedan model, while it is 6.3L/100km for the hatchback.

For exterior features, all variants receive LED headlights, but LED DRLs are only available for the top three variants, with the High sedan model featuring LED fog lights. Other features are similar, such as LED fog lamps, auto-folding side mirrors, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and front and rear parking sensors.

The High Sedan comes with 16-inch wheels with 205/60 tires, while the three higher variants are equipped with 18-inch wheels wrapped in 215/45 tires.

Interior features for all models include leather seats with 10-way adjustment for the driver, electronic parking brake, 7-inch instrument display, color head-up display (HUD), and dual-zone air conditioning.

The infotainment system consists of a 10.25-inch central display, Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity, eight speakers, and two USB Type-C ports. A reverse camera is also standard, but the top variant, Mazda3 2.0 Ignite Edition hatchback, gets an additional 360-degree camera.

For safety systems, all variants come with standard features such as ABS, EBD, Dynamic Stability Control, Emergency Stop Signal, Hill Launch Assist, and ISOFIX. However, only the top three variants are equipped with advanced assistance systems such as adaptive headlights, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning System, Lane-Keep Assist System, Driver Attention Alert, Smart Brake Support, and Mazda Radar Cruise Control.

All 2023 Mazda3 variants are fully imported, which is why their prices are higher compared to models like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. What is your opinion, is it worthwhile to choose the Mazda3?

For us, this model always looks and feels more premium than its competitors, and although it looks ‘fresh’ in the market, it is indeed deserving of an update in features.