Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD vs 2.0 High 2WD
Verdict
This is a trim question, not a drivetrain question. Both Mazda CX-3 variants use the same 1,998 cc petrol engine with 154 hp and 204 Nm, the same conventional automatic and front-wheel drive, plus the same 350-litre boot and RM439 annual road tax. The RM13,200 gap mainly buys safety kit: the High gets six airbags and auto emergency braking, while the Core has two airbags and no AEB. For Malaysian buyers, that makes the High the sensible stretch if safety equipment matters.
Pick the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD if you want the same 154 hp, 204 Nm and 350-litre boot for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD if you are willing to pay extra for six airbags and auto emergency braking.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD RM118,359; Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD RM131,559
- Airbags: Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD 2; Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD 6
- Auto emergency braking: Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD no; Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD yes
- Power and torque: Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD 154 hp/204 Nm; Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD 154 hp/204 Nm
- Boot space: Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD 350 L; Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD 350 L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 118,359✓ | RM 131,559 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Power | 154 hp | 154 hp |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,275 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,535 mm | 1,535 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Boot space | 350 L | 350 L |
| Fuel tank | 48 L | 48 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 | 6✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | — | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 439 |
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.
2.0 Core 2WD
- Costs RM13,200 less
- Same 1,998 cc petrol engine with 154 hp and 204 Nm
- Same 350-litre boot and 5-year warranty
- Only 2 airbags
- No auto emergency braking
- No mechanical advantage over the High
2.0 High 2WD
- Gets 6 airbags
- Adds auto emergency braking
- Same engine, gearbox and front-wheel drive layout as the Core
- Costs RM13,200 more
- No extra power or torque
- Same 350-litre boot as the Core
2.0 Core 2WD vs 2.0 High 2WD FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD or Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD better?
The Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD is better on safety equipment, with 6 airbags and auto emergency braking. The Core is better value if you only care about the shared engine, gearbox, dimensions and boot space.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-3 2.0 High 2WD costs RM13,200 more than the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Core 2WD.
Do both Mazda CX-3 variants have the same engine and boot space?
Yes. Both use a 1,998 cc petrol engine making 154 hp and 204 Nm, paired with a conventional automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Both also have a 350-litre boot.