Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Nissan NV200
Verdict
This is a passenger hatchback against a commercial van, so the choice is blunt. The Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM119,620, RM39,820 more than the Nissan NV200, but it gets five seats, 7 airbags, auto emergency braking and a conventional automatic. It is also thriftier at 5.9 L/100 km versus 7.1 L/100 km. The NV200 answers with a much larger 4,200-litre boot against 295 litres, a taller body and a lower RM79,800 price. For family use, Mazda. For business loads, Nissan.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback if you need five seats, an automatic gearbox, better safety kit and lower rated fuel use.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if a 4,200-litre load area and lower purchase price matter more than rear seats or an automatic gearbox.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda RM119,620; Nissan RM79,800
- Seats: Mazda 5; Nissan 2
- Boot space: Mazda 295 L; Nissan 4,200 L
- Fuel economy: Mazda 5.9 L/100 km; Nissan 7.1 L/100 km
- Power and torque: Mazda 118 hp/153 Nm; Nissan 108 hp/152 Nm
- Safety: Mazda 7 airbags with AEB; Nissan 2 airbags with no AEB
3 Hatchback
- Five seats versus the Nissan’s two
- Lower rated fuel use at 5.9 L/100 km
- 7 airbags and auto emergency braking
- Costs RM39,820 more
- Boot space is only 295 litres
- Smaller 51-litre fuel tank
NV200
- Huge 4,200-litre boot space
- Lower RM79,800 price
- Taller 1,855 mm body suits bulky loads
- Only two seats
- Manual gearbox only
- 2 airbags and no auto emergency braking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 119,620 | RM 79,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Commercial |
| Segment | C-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| 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 |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| 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) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Steel |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Drum |
| 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 120 |
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.
3 Hatchback vs NV200 FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Hatchback or Nissan NV200 better?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback is better for private use because it has five seats, an automatic gearbox, 7 airbags and AEB. The Nissan NV200 is better if the main job is carrying goods, thanks to its 4,200-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM119,620, while the Nissan NV200 costs RM79,800. That makes the Mazda RM39,820 more expensive.
Which is more economical to run on fuel and road tax?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback has the better fuel figure at 5.9 L/100 km versus 7.1 L/100 km, and lower annual road tax at RM90 versus RM120 for the Nissan NV200.