Verdict
The Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift is the cheaper, stronger outgoing choice at RM108,311, using a 1,998 cc petrol engine with 162 hp and 210 Nm. The Mazda 3 Sedan BP costs RM119,620, but the RM11,309 gap buys a newer package with auto emergency braking, seven airbags, a 444-litre boot and RM90 annual road tax. It is not quicker on paper here: its 1,496 cc engine makes 118 hp and 153 Nm. For a Malaysian buyer, this is power versus safety kit, boot space and running cost.
Pick the Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift if you want the stronger 2.0-litre sedan and a lower purchase price matters more than AEB and boot space.
Pick the Mazda 3 Sedan BP if you want the newer-generation sedan with AEB, seven airbags, a larger boot and much cheaper road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift RM108,311; Mazda 3 Sedan BP RM119,620
- Engine output: Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift 1,998 cc, 162 hp, 210 Nm; Mazda 3 Sedan BP 1,496 cc, 118 hp, 153 Nm
- Size: Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift 4,580 mm long, 2,700 mm wheelbase; Mazda 3 Sedan BP 4,660 mm long, 2,725 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift 408 litres; Mazda 3 Sedan BP 444 litres
- Safety: Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift 6 airbags and no AEB listed; Mazda 3 Sedan BP 7 airbags and AEB
- Road tax: Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift RM379 a year; Mazda 3 Sedan BP RM90 a year
BM Facelift
- Stronger 1,998 cc engine with 162 hp and 210 Nm
- RM11,309 cheaper to buy
- Five-year warranty matches the BP
- No auto emergency braking listed
- Smaller 408-litre boot
- Higher RM379 annual road tax
BP
- Auto emergency braking is included
- Seven airbags versus six in the BM Facelift
- Bigger 444-litre boot and lower RM90 road tax
- Costs RM11,309 more
- Weaker 1,496 cc engine with 118 hp and 153 Nm
- Gives away 44 hp and 57 Nm to the BM Facelift
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,311✓ | RM119,620 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 153 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 5.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,340 kg | 1,361 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 408 litres | 444 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/60R16 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/60R16 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo NanoEnergy R38 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Touch-screen with Commander Control, CD, Bluetooth, AUX and USB, 6 speakers | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Central speedometer with digital rev counter | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km free service | 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.
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BM Facelift vs BP FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift or Mazda 3 Sedan BP better?
For most daily buyers, the Mazda 3 Sedan BP is the better all-rounder because it has AEB, seven airbags, a 444-litre boot and RM90 road tax. Choose the Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift if you prioritise the stronger 162 hp engine.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Sedan BP costs RM11,309 more than the Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift. That extra spend brings AEB, one more airbag, a larger boot and much lower annual road tax, but not more power.
Which one has the stronger engine?
The Mazda 3 Sedan BM Facelift is stronger: its 1,998 cc petrol engine makes 162 hp and 210 Nm. The Mazda 3 Sedan BP uses a 1,496 cc petrol engine with 118 hp and 153 Nm.