Goodness, that was quick! The third-gen Mazda3 hatch made its world debut only in June, with the sedan following a week later, but our sister classifieds site oto.my has already yielded an ad for the car that offers indicative pricing and specs.
An estimated price of RM153k is listed for the 2.0 litre SkyActiv-G-engined variant, which seems like quite a bit considering the bigger Mazda6 starts at just under RM160k. But don’t start pulling your hair out yet – remember, this has yet to be made official.
Output figures of 155 hp at 6,000 rpm and 203 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm are stated – this sounds like the more powerful i-ELOOP-equipped version of the motor. Transmission is taken care of by a six-speed auto.
Other listed information include a combined fuel consumption of 6.9 litres per 100 km and a 210 km/h top speed. Auto rain-sensing wipers, DRLs, 205/60 R16 tyres and four airbags are amongst the equipment mentioned – again, this is indicative.
So when’s it coming? At present, we can’t tell for sure, but as always, you’ll know when we do. Learn more about the new Mazda3 range here, and feast your eyes on mega galleries here, here and here.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments on the Mazda3 third-generation ad reflect mixed reactions, mainly focusing on pricing concerns. Many feel the estimated price of RM150k-153k is too high for a compact car, comparing it unfavorably to rivals like Honda Civic and Toyota Altis, and suggesting it may be overpriced. Some believe the price might be a typo and hope for a more reasonable RM125k-140k range, especially for the CKD unit. There are also comments praising Mazda's reliability, handling, and design, and critiques about the car's interior space and features. Overall, the sentiment is skeptical about the pricing but optimistic about the car's specs and aesthetics if priced correctly. Several commenters advise waiting for official prices before forming definitive opinions.