Verdict
The Mazda CX-3 DK costs RM126,776, RM18,856 more than the RM107,920 Mazda CX-3 DK Facelift, yet its 2.0-litre makes a meaningful 154 hp and 204 Nm against 114 hp and 149 Nm. It also gets six airbags, 18-inch wheels, LED lighting, a sunroof and auto headlamps. The Facelift counters with lower RM120 annual road tax, blind spot monitoring, an 8.0-inch screen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, plus five years/100,000 km free service. For most budget-minded buyers, the Facelift is the sensible newer buy; the DK is the one to seek for stronger performance and more passive safety hardware.
Pick the Mazda CX-3 DK if you want 154 hp, 204 Nm, six airbags and the better-equipped 18-inch-wheel specification.
Pick the Mazda CX-3 DK Facelift if you want to save RM18,856, pay RM120 yearly road tax and get five years/100,000 km free service.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-3 DK RM126,776; Mazda CX-3 DK Facelift RM107,920.
- Engine output: DK 1,998 cc, 154 hp and 204 Nm; Facelift 1,496 cc, 114 hp and 149 Nm.
- Kerb weight: DK 1,211 kg; Facelift 1,301 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: DK 18-inch alloys with 215/50R18 tyres; Facelift 16-inch alloys with 215/60R16 tyres.
- Airbags: DK 6 airbags; Facelift 2 airbags.
- Warranty and free service: DK 3 years/100,000 km warranty with 3 years/60,000 km free service; Facelift 5 years/100,000 km warranty and free service.
DK
- 154 hp and 204 Nm from the 2.0-litre engine.
- Six airbags and LED projector headlamps.
- 18-inch alloys, sunroof, auto wipers and paddle shifts.
- RM18,856 higher purchase price and RM439 annual road tax versus RM120.
- Only 3 years/60,000 km of free service versus 5 years/100,000 km.
- Lacks blind spot monitoring and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay.
DK Facelift
- RM18,856 lower price and RM120 annual road tax.
- Blind spot monitoring, all-seat belt reminders and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty and free service.
- Its 1.5-litre produces 114 hp and 149 Nm, versus 154 hp and 204 Nm.
- Only two airbags versus six.
- Misses the DK's 18-inch wheels, LED headlamps, sunroof, auto headlamps and paddle shifts.
What the DK has over the DK Facelift
What the DK Facelift has over the DK
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM126,776 | RM107,920✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,295/mo | RM1,100/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,609 | RM3,085✓ |
| 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 | 154 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 114 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 204 Nm at 2,800 rpm✓ | 149 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | 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 |
| Weight | 1,211 kg | 1,301 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 48 litres | 48 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 350 litres | 350 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes R40 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and front passenger only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory function | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual air-con |
| Sunroof | Front, tilt and slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 front, 2 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | 8.0" Touchscreen MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Central rev counter with digital speedometer | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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DK vs DK Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-3 DK or Mazda CX-3 DK Facelift better?
The Mazda CX-3 DK Facelift is the better buy for lower running costs, blind spot monitoring, wireless phone integration and five years of free service. Choose the Mazda CX-3 DK if its 154 hp 2.0-litre engine and six airbags matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-3 DK Facelift is RM18,856 cheaper than the Mazda CX-3 DK.
Which Mazda CX-3 has more airbags?
The Mazda CX-3 DK has six airbags: front, front-side and front/rear curtain airbags. The Mazda CX-3 DK Facelift has two front airbags, though it adds blind spot monitoring and all-seat belt reminders.
Which has the better warranty?
The DK Facelift carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 3 years for the DK. DK: 3-year/60,000 km free service. DK Facelift: 5-year/100,000 km Free Service.