Verdict
At RM119,620, the Mazda 3 Sedan costs RM25,820 more than the MG 5, but brings a 118 hp/153 Nm 1.5-litre engine, six-speed automatic and a longer 2,725 mm wheelbase. Its 444-litre boot also beats the MG’s 401 litres. The MG is the more affordable route to a sedan with a sunroof, rear air-con vents and a 360-degree camera. For Malaysian buyers who value active safety, the Mazda’s steering-correction lane assist, front-and-rear Smart City Brake Support and driver’s knee airbag justify looking beyond the price gap.
Pick the Mazda 3 Sedan if you want the stronger 118 hp engine, 444-litre boot and more complete driver-assistance hardware.
Pick the MG 5 if you want to save RM25,820 while gaining a sunroof, rear air-con vents and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 3 Sedan RM119,620; MG 5 RM93,800.
- Output: Mazda 3 Sedan 118 hp and 153 Nm; MG 5 112 hp and 150 Nm.
- Wheelbase and boot: Mazda 3 Sedan 2,725 mm and 444 litres; MG 5 2,680 mm and 401 litres.
- Transmission: Mazda 3 Sedan six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic; MG 5 iCVT automatic.
- Wheels: Mazda 3 Sedan 18-inch alloys with 215/45R18 tyres; MG 5 17-inch alloys with 215/50R17 front and 215/55R17 rear tyres.
- Lane assistance: Mazda 3 Sedan steering correction; MG 5 warning only.
3 Sedan
- 118 hp and 153 Nm, ahead of the MG 5’s 112 hp and 150 Nm.
- 444-litre boot and 2,725 mm wheelbase.
- Front-and-rear Smart City Brake Support, steering-correction lane assist and a driver’s knee airbag.
- Costs RM25,820 more.
- No sunroof or rear air-con vents.
- No 360-degree camera.
5
- RM25,820 lower purchase price.
- Sunroof, rear air-con vents and 360-degree camera.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus seven years of unlimited powertrain coverage.
- 112 hp and 150 Nm trail the Mazda 3 Sedan’s 118 hp and 153 Nm.
- 401-litre boot and 2,680 mm wheelbase are smaller and shorter.
- Lane assistance only warns, rather than providing steering correction.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,620 | RM93,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp✓ | 112 hp |
| Torque | 153 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 74.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | iCVT |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,675 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,361 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 444 litres✓ | 401 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | Maxxis Primetra S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| 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, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC vent |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Passive Cruise Control |
| 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 | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
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 Sedan vs 5 FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Sedan or MG 5 better?
The Mazda 3 Sedan is the stronger all-round choice for its 118 hp output, larger 444-litre boot and more advanced safety kit. The MG 5 is better for buyers prioritising a lower entry price, sunroof, rear air-con vents and 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Sedan costs RM25,820 more than the MG 5.
Which sedan has the better safety equipment?
The Mazda 3 Sedan has the fuller set: front-and-rear Smart City Brake Support, steering-correction lane assist and a driver’s knee airbag. The MG 5 has autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring, but its lane system is warning-only.