Verdict
The Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM119,620 against the Nissan NV200’s RM79,800, but the RM39,820 gap buys a five-seat C-segment hatch with a 118 hp/153 Nm 1.5-litre, six-speed automatic and rated consumption of 5.9 L/100 km. Its safety kit is in another class, including front/rear autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and seven airbags. The NV200 is the work-first choice: its 4,200-litre load space dwarfs the Mazda’s 295 litres, but it has two seats, a five-speed manual and only driver/passenger airbags.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback if you need five seats, an automatic and substantially stronger active and passive safety equipment.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if a 4,200-litre cargo area and the RM39,820 lower purchase price matter more than passenger capacity and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 3 Hatchback RM119,620; Nissan NV200 RM79,800
- Boot space: Mazda 3 Hatchback 295 litres; Nissan NV200 4,200 litres
- Seating: Mazda 3 Hatchback five seats; Nissan NV200 two seats
- Power and torque: Mazda 3 Hatchback 118 hp/153 Nm; Nissan NV200 108 hp/152 Nm
- Rated fuel economy: Mazda 3 Hatchback 5.9 L/100 km; Nissan NV200 7.14 L/100 km
- Warranty: Mazda 3 Hatchback five years/100,000 km; Nissan NV200 three years/100,000 km
3 Hatchback
- Five seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seats
- 118 hp, 153 Nm and a six-speed automatic
- Seven airbags, front/rear autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring
- RM39,820 dearer
- 295-litre boot is far smaller than the NV200’s 4,200 litres
- Heavier at 1,368 kg versus 1,220 kg
NV200
- 4,200-litre cargo area
- RM79,800 purchase price
- Lighter 1,220 kg kerb weight and 55-litre fuel tank
- Two seats only
- Five-speed manual and higher 7.14 L/100 km rated consumption
- Only two airbags and no stability control, autonomous braking or reverse camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,620 | RM79,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Commercial |
| Segment | C-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp✓ | 108 hp |
| Torque | 153 Nm✓ | 152 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 74.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 9.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | 5MT |
| Gears | 6 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.9 L/100 km✓ | 7.14 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,460 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,368 kg | 1,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 295 litres | 4,200 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 165/R14C |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 165/R14C |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | Brake Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
Used 3 Hatchback & NV200 for sale
3 Hatchback vs NV200 FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Hatchback or Nissan NV200 better?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback is better for carrying people, automatic-driving convenience and safety, with five seats, seven airbags and front/rear autonomous braking. Choose the Nissan NV200 only when its 4,200-litre cargo capacity is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM39,820 more than the Nissan NV200: RM119,620 versus RM79,800.
Which has more cargo space?
The Nissan NV200 has 4,200 litres of cargo space, compared with 295 litres in the Mazda 3 Hatchback. The trade-off is that the NV200 has only two seats, while the Mazda seats five.