Verdict
At RM119,620 against RM100,000, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is the proper five-seat passenger car: it brings 118 hp, a 200 km/h top speed, a 295-litre boot and a much deeper active-safety kit. The Wuling Porta EV costs RM19,620 less, uses a 41.9-kWh battery for a stated 300 km range and has 180 Nm, but its commercial layout seats only two and its 115 km/h maximum matters on longer intercity runs. For Malaysian private use, take the Mazda; choose the Wuling when its EV drivetrain and two-seat commercial format take priority.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback if you need five seats, a 295-litre boot, 200 km/h performance and comprehensive driver assistance.
Pick the Wuling Porta EV if two seats are sufficient and you want a RM100,000 electric commercial vehicle with a stated 300 km range.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 3 Hatchback RM119,620 | Wuling Porta EV RM100,000
- Power: Mazda 3 Hatchback 118 hp from a 1,496 cc petrol engine | Wuling Porta EV 100 hp from one electric motor
- Torque: Mazda 3 Hatchback 153 Nm | Wuling Porta EV 180 Nm
- Top speed: Mazda 3 Hatchback 200 km/h | Wuling Porta EV 115 km/h
- Seating: Mazda 3 Hatchback 5 seats | Wuling Porta EV 2 seats
- Wheelbase: Mazda 3 Hatchback 2,725 mm | Wuling Porta EV 3,050 mm
3 Hatchback
- Five seats and a 295-litre boot
- 200 km/h top speed and 118 hp
- Smart City Brake Support, adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring
- Costs RM19,620 more
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM50
- Lower rated torque at 153 Nm versus 180 Nm
Porta EV
- RM100,000 purchase price and RM50 annual road tax
- 41.9-kWh battery with a stated 300 km EV range
- 180 Nm motor torque and a 3,050 mm wheelbase
- Two seats versus the Mazda's five
- 115 km/h top speed versus 200 km/h
- Only driver and passenger airbags listed, against the Mazda's side, curtain and driver's knee airbags
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,620 | RM100,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Commercial |
| Segment | C-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 118 hp | — |
| Torque | 153 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 74.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 180 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 41.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 300 km |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | Single-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 115 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,460 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,975 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 3,050 mm |
| Weight | 1,368 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 295 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| 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 | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 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 | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | — |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED |
| Taillamps | 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 | — |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Electronic Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Dual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | EV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km |
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.
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3 Hatchback vs Porta EV FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Hatchback or Wuling Porta EV better?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback is better for most private buyers because it has five seats, a 295-litre boot, 200 km/h top speed and substantially more safety equipment. The Wuling Porta EV suits a two-seat commercial EV brief with a stated 300 km range.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM19,620 more than the Wuling Porta EV. Its annual road tax is also RM40 higher, at RM90 versus RM50.
Which has the stronger safety kit?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback does. It adds front side airbags, front and rear curtain airbags, a driver's knee airbag, Smart City Brake Support, lane-keeping steering correction, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.