Verdict
At RM106,800, the Jetour Dashing is RM1,120 cheaper yet is 315 mm longer and carries 486 litres of luggage to the Mazda CX-3’s 350 litres. Its 1.5-litre turbo also delivers 154 hp and 230 Nm, against 114 hp and 149 Nm from the Mazda’s naturally aspirated unit. Rear air vents, LED lighting, a powered boot and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty reinforce the case for the larger Jetour. The CX-3 counters with a head-up display, wireless phone integration and driver’s-seat memory, but its 2 airbags are a clear shortfall against the Dashing’s 4.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you want substantially more cabin footprint, a 486-litre boot and 230 Nm of turbo torque for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-3 if a lighter 1,301 kg SUV with a head-up display, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and driver’s-seat memory matters more than space and output.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour Dashing RM106,800; Mazda CX-3 RM107,920.
- Power and torque: Jetour Dashing 154 hp and 230 Nm; Mazda CX-3 114 hp and 149 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Jetour Dashing 4,590 mm and 2,720 mm; Mazda CX-3 4,275 mm and 2,570 mm.
- Boot space: Jetour Dashing 486 litres; Mazda CX-3 350 litres.
- Airbags: Jetour Dashing 4; Mazda CX-3 2.
- Manufacturer warranty: Jetour Dashing 7 years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-3 5 years/100,000 km.
Dashing
- 154 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- 486-litre boot, rear air vents and powered boot.
- Four airbags and seven-year/150,000 km warranty.
- Heavier at 1,553 kg versus 1,301 kg.
- Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the CX-3 has wireless connectivity.
- No head-up display or driver’s-seat memory function.
CX-3
- Head-up display and driver’s-seat memory.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and six speakers.
- Lighter 1,301 kg kerb weight, plus folding wing mirrors.
- Only 2 airbags versus the Dashing’s 4.
- 350-litre boot is 136 litres smaller than the Dashing’s.
- No rear air-con vents and manual front air-con.
What the Dashing has over the CX-3
What the CX-3 has over the Dashing
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Dashing's wheelbase is 150 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Dashing is 135 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Dashing: 486 litres against 350.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800✓ | RM107,920 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,090/mo✓ | RM1,100/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,056✓ | RM3,085 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 114 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 149 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,535 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | 1,553 kg | 1,301 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 48 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 486 litres✓ | 350 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 front, 2 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 8.0" Touchscreen MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Is the Jetour Dashing or Mazda CX-3 better?
The Jetour Dashing is the stronger all-round choice for space, performance, equipment and warranty: it has 486 litres of boot space, 154 hp, 4 airbags and seven-year/150,000 km cover. Choose the Mazda CX-3 for its head-up display, seat memory and wireless smartphone integration.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour Dashing costs RM1,120 less than the Mazda CX-3.
Which SUV has more luggage space?
The Jetour Dashing has the larger boot at 486 litres, compared with 350 litres in the Mazda CX-3. That is a 136-litre advantage for the Jetour.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Dashing is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the CX-3 is fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.