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Overview
The Mazda CX-3 is a five-seat B-segment SUV, launched in 2018 and sold in Malaysia as a Thailand-built CBU. It suits buyers who want a petrol SUV with an automatic gearbox and a choice of 1.5- or 2.0-litre engines. Prices start from RM107,920 for the 1.5 Core.
CX-3 in 2026 — what's new
For 2026, the Mazda CX-3 carries on unchanged in Malaysia, despite being discontinued in Japan. The local range remains the 1.5 Core, 2.0 Core 2WD and 2.0 High 2WD, all with front-wheel drive and automatic transmission. Its most recent Malaysian update brought ADAS and LED lighting to every 1.5- and 2.0-litre variant. A next-generation CX-3 is due to debut in 2027, with Thailand named as an ASEAN production base.
Variants (3)
RM107,920–RM131,559 · est. from RM1,100/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should pick the RM118,359 2.0 Core 2WD. Its 1,998 cc petrol engine makes 154 hp, a useful step up from the 1.5 Core’s 114 hp, for RM10,439 more. The 1.5 Core remains the entry point at RM107,920. The RM131,559 2.0 High 2WD uses the same 154 hp engine and front-wheel-drive automatic layout as the 2.0 Core; on paper you are paying RM13,200 for trim, so check the equipment list before stretching.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 114 hp
- Torque
- 149 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,496 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Torque
- 204 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Torque
- 204 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Previous model years (5)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 114 hp
- Torque
- 149 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,496 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Torque
- 204 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Torque
- 204 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Torque
- 204 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Torque
- 204 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 350 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Shopping the previous generation? CX-3 DK (2015–2018) →
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Deep Crystal Blue Metallic
- Machine Grey Pearl
- Platinum Quartz Metallic
- Polymetal Grey Pearl
- Snowflake White Pearl Pearl
- Soul Red Crystal Pearl
Mazda CX-3 buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The CX-3 remains a straightforward small SUV choice: five seats, automatic transmission and either 114 hp or 154 hp petrol power. All variants get LED lighting and ADAS following the latest Malaysian update. Its entry price is close to the Omoda Jaecoo J5 and Mitsubishi Xforce, while the GAC GS3 starts below it and the Perodua alternatives cost far less. The 2.0 Core is the sensible middle ground.
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Mazda CX-3 sales in Malaysia
2 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #332 best-selling model this year. 1 were registered in May 2026, the latest month on record.
Full CX-3 sales data, month by month →Mazda CX-3 resale value
What a used CX-3 holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Dealer sold | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RM126,200 | — | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM108,200 | — | — | 86% |
| 2024 | RM92,200 | — | — | 73% |
| 2023 | RM85,800 | RM69,900 (27) | — | 55% |
| 2022 | RM76,450 | — | RM70,800 | 61% |
| 2021 | RM74,550 | RM66,800 (6) | — | 53% |
| 2020 | RM69,700 | RM64,300 (12) | — | 53% |
| 2019 | RM64,500 | RM55,888 (17) | — | 45% |
| 2018 | RM58,300 | RM49,777 (21) | RM62,000 | 39% |
| 2017 | RM54,400 | RM45,800 (42) | — | 34% |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Generations
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
Mazda CX-3 FAQ
How much is the Mazda CX-3 in Malaysia?
The Mazda CX-3 range costs RM107,920 for the 1.5 Core, RM118,359 for the 2.0 Core 2WD and RM131,559 for the 2.0 High 2WD.
Which Mazda CX-3 variant should I buy?
Buy the 2.0 Core 2WD for its 154 hp 2.0-litre petrol engine at RM118,359. It gives you the stronger engine without the RM13,200 step to the 2.0 High 2WD.
Does the Mazda CX-3 have ADAS?
Yes. The latest Malaysian CX-3 update adds ADAS to all 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre variants. All variants also get LED lighting.
Is the Mazda CX-3 still sold in Malaysia in 2026?
Yes. The CX-3 remains available in Malaysia as a CBU import from Thailand, in 1.5 Core, 2.0 Core 2WD and 2.0 High 2WD forms.
