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2014 Mazda 3 part 15

  • 17 October 2014 - 08:58 AM
    ST69

    Loke i said, no big deal as i dont feel the heat from the sun anyway. Also if change windscreen no heart pian.
    Free servicing means labor free only am i correct? Still need to pay for parts.

    Also, my car comes with free servicing at 10k, dont know if they will charge parts or not?

    Supposed to change EO & Oli filter at 10k svc.


  • 17 October 2014 - 09:03 AM
    ST69

    Oh, quite reasonable then... services I think 254 is for 20km which they do more checking and inspection.

    For 10km is lesser checks maybe...

    The rest of the things are quite reasonable priced for AD parts.

    Anyway, if I expect to drive around 90 to 100km daily, I think 1 year will clock around 33k which means�I will need to do for 3 servicing. I am thinking if I set $1500 per year for servicing and parts, is it enough?

    Might be buying mazda 3 this week. The promotion seems good. 103,999 which covers 3 years free�servicing and 5 years warranty with guaranteed COE. I think this ->��covers 3 years free�servicing and 5 years warranty with guaranteed COE is already worth 4k? So if considering 103,999 - 4k = 99,999 which is the price�back in�of May 2014

    Wow...very good deal. I understand 2 yrs extended warranty costs abt 2k, the 3 yrs free svc costs abt 2k+ assuming its upto 60k. Is that price for Deluxe mdl?


  • 17 October 2014 - 09:24 AM
    zzzzzz

    Wow...very good deal. I understand 2 yrs extended warranty costs abt 2k, the 3 yrs free svc costs abt 2k+ assuming its upto 60k. Is that price for Deluxe mdl?

    I thought 3 yrs free servicing and 2 yrs extended warranty both�abt 1k each? Guaranteed coe is abt 2k..

    the price is I quote from the sgcarmart... problem is we have to take loan�for 5 years (I am ok with taking 50% loan) and take insurance from them. I prefer to source my own insurance. Still thinking if it is better to go down and after next week COE bidding and see if the coe will drop further... also thinking to get their showroom car for discount but the sales person say not much discount..


  • 17 October 2014 - 10:04 AM
    Variablefeedback

    Seem strange, i would think solar film is all round esp the front has the most exposure. Is it standard practise for Mazda?

    I took a good hard look at the windscreen in the traffic light just now.

    There is solar film on the windscreen.

    Sorry to cause you guys a fright,

    the reason I thought there is no solar film is because I can feel the edge of the Sun shade film on the windscreen, so I thought they never fix the solar film.

    They actually lay the sun shade film over the solar film ..� [thumbsup]


    Edited by Variablefeedback, 17 October 2014 - 10:05 AM.

  • 17 October 2014 - 10:04 AM
    ST69

    I thought 3 yrs free servicing and 2 yrs extended warranty both�abt 1k each? Guaranteed coe is abt 2k..

    the price is I quote from the sgcarmart... problem is we have to take loan�for 5 years (I am ok with taking 50% loan) and take insurance from them. I prefer to source my own insurance. Still thinking if it is better to go down and after next week COE bidding and see if the coe will drop further... also thinking to get their showroom car for discount but the sales person say not much discount..

    Thats the amt I was given when I asked the SA during svc. I think most AD want you to take loan & insurance as they will get commission/rebates fr the finance companies. btw the insurance quoted is reasonable, just above 1k.�


  • 17 October 2014 - 10:45 AM
    zzzzzz

    Thats the amt I was given when I asked the SA during svc. I think most AD want you to take loan & insurance as they will get commission/rebates fr the finance companies. btw the insurance quoted is reasonable, just above 1k.�

    They quote my insurance as 5k... crazy ley


  • 17 October 2014 - 11:06 AM
    ST69

    They quote my insurance as 5k... crazy ley

    Oops...maybe its different profile/history...5k more like for MX5 or RX8


    Edited by ST69, 17 October 2014 - 11:08 AM.

  • 17 October 2014 - 11:12 AM
    zzzzzz

    Oops...maybe its different profile/history...5k more like for MX5 or RX8

    I have 1 accident claim.. but Aviva quote me 2.4k, so most likely I going for Aviva...


  • 17 October 2014 - 12:17 PM
    Huge

    just came back from a 20k service with mazda. cost me $480.

    v expensive and only items changed are engine oil, oil filter and aircon filter and battery for car key.

    they charged me $17 for the car key battery which is just a normal cr2025 battery. really expensive.

    I was told by my Mz SA that 40k,80k,120k..(+40k) you have to go back to Mz to service as this services are classified as Major�

    the rest of the 10ks i.e 10k,20k,30k, 50k..etc...this are normal servicing, which you can do it at their authorised service agent. (That's when shell, city auto were the authorised agents). So you can check with your SA.


  • 17 October 2014 - 04:52 PM
    West

    I have 1 accident claim.. but Aviva quote me 2.4k, so most likely I going for Aviva...

    The "discount" given for taking up their inhouse insurance is only $500 (as written on my sale slip). So maybe you just forgo this $500 and you free to buy your own insurance.


  • 17 October 2014 - 05:06 PM
    Notsogoodman


    The owner may have changed but the service charges is maintained from what I see. AD servicing is always higher than outside workshops, it is a norm, but I remember you can still go authorized workshops outside for servicing last time, not sure if it's still the case since my Mazda has always been serviced by Mazda only.


    Since MM DAYS in 2010, ouside workshops no more..... During those days when they expanded their showrooms & sales was bad, they even packaged their servicing in bundles & sell at discount
  • 17 October 2014 - 08:31 PM
    West

    Might be buying mazda 3 this week. The promotion seems good. 103,999 which covers 3 years free�servicing and 5 years warranty with guaranteed COE. I think this ->��covers 3 years free�servicing and 5 years warranty with guaranteed COE is already worth 4k? So if considering 103,999 - 4k = 99,999 which is the price�back in�of May 2014

    are you referring to this (taken from mazda website):

    http://www.mazda.com...-270x327-S4.pdf

    If not wrong, its for limited showroom unit.

    The normal listed price is $107K for standard sedan.


  • 18 October 2014 - 12:22 AM
    Variablefeedback

    Supposed to change EO & Oli filter at 10k svc.

    DO we have to pay for the parts?


  • 18 October 2014 - 08:31 AM
    revamp

    [thumbsup][thumbsup][thumbsup]


  • 18 October 2014 - 12:58 PM
    ST69

    DO we have to pay for the parts?

    Dunno. Gotta ask when I send car for 5k.


  • 18 October 2014 - 02:20 PM
    cguitar_16
    Hi bros,

    Wondering u guys realised something. Our engine bonnet, especially stucked in jam or after a long running, when u apply the spray on wiper, there is some smoke came out when water splashed on it. So when i reach home, i touched on it. Its very hot and ur hand cant hold it for long.
    So i open the hood and see the position. It is just right behind the engine near to car firewall there. I think the heat cannot despite to cause the hood very hot. Can someone advise is it normal?

    Thankx.

    Edited by cguitar_16, 18 October 2014 - 02:22 PM.

  • 18 October 2014 - 07:19 PM
    ST69

    Hi bros,

    Wondering u guys realised something. Our engine bonnet, especially stucked in jam or after a long running, when u apply the spray on wiper, there is some smoke came out when water splashed on it. So when i reach home, i touched on it. Its very hot and ur hand cant hold it for long.
    So i open the hood and see the position. It is just right behind the engine near to car firewall there. I think the heat cannot despite to cause the hood very hot. Can someone advise is it normal?

    Thankx.

    I nvr encounter smoke, though there's mist. I realised its coming from the spray for the headlights.


  • 18 October 2014 - 08:00 PM
    xherion

    I nvr encounter smoke, though there's mist. I realised its coming from the spray for the headlights.

    U mean there is a sprayer for headlights cleaning in mazda 3?

    Does mazda 6 have this too?


  • 18 October 2014 - 09:51 PM
    ER-3682

    Hi bros,

    Wondering u guys realised something. Our engine bonnet, especially stucked in jam or after a long running, when u apply the spray on wiper, there is some smoke came out when water splashed on it. So when i reach home, i touched on it. Its very hot and ur hand cant hold it for long.
    So i open the hood and see the position. It is just right behind the engine near to car firewall there. I think the heat cannot despite to cause the hood very hot. Can someone advise is it normal?

    Thankx.

    Our SkyActiv engines run hotter than others N/A engine,because it got ultra high compression,nothing to worry about.


    U mean there is a sprayer for headlights cleaning in mazda 3?

    Does mazda 6 have this too?

    Only models with standard HID lights got it,i got it,just tried once...


  • 18 October 2014 - 10:05 PM
    cguitar_16

    Our SkyActiv engines run hotter than others N/A engine,because it got ultra high compression,nothing to worry about.

    Only models with standard HID lights got it,i got it,just tried once...


    oh? Mazda 3 deluxe version got headlight spraying feature? Or mazda 6?

    Ya.. could be the high compression ratio.
    wondering will it effect the paint or not. Anyone can advise what will be the max temperature that engine can achieve which consider normal? Coz our car dont have the temperature gauge, so still not feel comfortable.


    I think we have a bro doing the soundproofing on the engine hood, so is that okay also?
  • 18 October 2014 - 10:18 PM
    ST69

    U mean there is a sprayer for headlights cleaning in mazda 3?

    Does mazda 6 have this too?

    Yup. M3 Deluxe mdl.


  • 18 October 2014 - 11:46 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Yup. M3 Deluxe mdl.

    Dont have lah, thats the Front Collision Sensor option location laaaa. ...�


  • 19 October 2014 - 02:19 AM
    Handsomedi

    just came back from a 20k service with mazda. cost me $480.

    v expensive and only items changed are engine oil, oil filter and aircon filter and battery for car key.

    they charged me $17 for the car key battery which is just a normal cr2025 battery. really expensive

    can fight with Lexus in term of servicing cost. this is only for 10k servicing. please provide feedback after you go for your major servicing 30-40k down the road. i reckon would be 4 figures.


  • 19 October 2014 - 10:00 AM
    ER-3682

    oh? Mazda 3 deluxe version got headlight spraying feature? Or mazda 6?

    Ya.. could be the high compression ratio.
    wondering will it effect the paint or not. Anyone can advise what will be the max temperature that engine can achieve which consider normal? Coz our car dont have the temperature gauge, so still not feel comfortable.


    I think we have a bro doing the soundproofing on the engine hood, so is that okay also?

    Nobody knows what is the Max temperture,but for Japanese cars,as long as the fan are running,& coolant is enough,it is still 'safe',about the paint on the bonnet,it is the best to wipe dry the area before walking away after the rain,to prevent 'rainspots' forming..


    Dont have lah, thats the Front Collision Sensor option location laaaa. ...�

    Those cars equiped with standard HID should have this feature,it look like a rectangular piece of plastic below the lights...Front collision sensor or "Smart City Braking System" "SCBS" sensor is on the windscreen behind the rear view mirror.


    Edited by ER-3682, 19 October 2014 - 10:02 AM.

  • 19 October 2014 - 10:57 AM
    ST69

    Dont have lah, thats the Front Collision Sensor option location laaaa. ...�

    Waaa...you so lucky got that option. Only found in 2.5L luxury mdl which has Front Collision Sensor, Lane Departure, Brake Assist.

    Go read the manual or you can try it out. Make sure the headlights on / auto (if dark enuf), then activate wiper.


    can fight with Lexus in term of servicing cost. this is only for 10k servicing. please provide feedback after you go for your major servicing 30-40k down the road. i reckon would be 4 figures.

    you're back. Can you provide Toyota Sep figures exclude Lexus, Lorries, taxis, police cars? Thanks.


    Edited by ST69, 19 October 2014 - 11:03 AM.

  • 19 October 2014 - 02:25 PM
    ER-3682

    t is

    Waaa...you so lucky got that option. Only found in 2.5L luxury mdl which has Front Collision Sensor, Lane Departure, Brake Assist.

    Go read the manual or you can try it out. Make sure the headlights on / auto (if dark enuf), then activate wiper.


    you're back. Can you provide Toyota Sep figures exclude Lexus, Lorries, taxis, police cars? Thanks.

    Booked my 6,Nov 2012,collected in Feb 2013,COE is $97,000.. [furious][bigcry]�,but enjoyed driving this car..,only 1 good option is left out,it is the MRCC[Mazda Radar Cruise Control],cannot be fitted,because it is not approved by LTA,as it 'may' affect the ERP system..


  • 19 October 2014 - 02:31 PM
    ST69

    t is

    Booked my 6,Nov 2012,collected in Feb 2013,COE is $97,000.. [furious][bigcry]�,but enjoyed driving this car..,only 1 good option is left out,it is the MRCC[Mazda Radar Cruise Control],cannot be fitted,because it is not approved by LTA,as it 'may' affect the ERP system..

    its a pity...great safety feature actually.


  • 19 October 2014 - 02:32 PM
    Eyke

    only 1 good option is left out,it is the MRCC[Mazda Radar Cruise Control],cannot be fitted,because it is not approved by LTA,as it 'may' affect the ERP system..

    who tell u one?

    sometimes the sales like to tok cok, especially when is management decision not to�put in

    certain features which only the minority would want but would jack up the price for everyone...


  • 19 October 2014 - 06:10 PM
    Handsomedi


    Waaa...you so lucky got that option. Only found in 2.5L luxury mdl which has Front Collision Sensor, Lane Departure, Brake Assist.

    Go read the manual or you can try it out. Make sure the headlights on / auto (if dark enuf), then activate wiper.


    you're back. Can you provide Toyota Sep figures exclude Lexus, Lorries, taxis, police cars? Thanks.



    Haha i am always in the forum, looking at the car owners feedback on the various cars model. Nah the previous sales figures are from the mazda 6 thread.maybe you are kind enough to calculate for us?
    I am sitting at the sideline for the coe to drop further :)
  • 19 October 2014 - 07:02 PM
    Variablefeedback

    who tell u one?

    sometimes the sales like to tok cok, especially when is management decision not to�put in

    certain features which only the minority would want but would jack up the price for everyone...

    I agreed for the car industry.

    In my industry, we can pack up and change trade liao ...


    Those cars equiped with standard HID should have this feature,it look like a rectangular piece of plastic below the lights...Front collision sensor or "Smart City Braking System" "SCBS" sensor is on the windscreen behind the rear view mirror.

    OIC ... ok, must try it out later laaaa ....�


  • 19 October 2014 - 08:25 PM
    Statr22

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  • 19 October 2014 - 09:14 PM
    ST69

    Haha i am always in the forum, looking at the car owners feedback on the various cars model. Nah the previous sales figures are from the mazda 6 thread.maybe you are kind enough to calculate for us?
    I am sitting at the sideline for the coe to drop further :)

    I dont bother lah, since I am already enjoying my M3 for 2 mths already.

    Only asking 'cos the last time you write so negative abt M3 but alot of praises for Toyota, so maybe you have strong connection with Toyota. Wanted to know how well their Altis is selling.


  • 19 October 2014 - 09:22 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Managed 623km on 40L of shell ron98 ... so thats about 15.5km/L .... The OBD indicated 6.7L/100km.

    I am officially impressed with FC of this car ... its even better than my 1.4L Fiat Grande Punto which weighs 1 ton.

    Mazda 3 weighs 1.3 ton btw and has a 51L fuel tank.

    The fuel indicator lighted up at about 52km range left .... so went to station and buy fuel - topped up 40L ... so I would reckon It can go a total of at least 700km if you are driving normally.

    Mind you, light footed is not driving like an auntie going to Pasak to buy vegetables ... of course there are moments of sprinting for overtaking and just pure fun ...�

    and of course, after 20mins of driving, it was time to change gears to run them in.

    1 thing to take note is that I dont brake much in corners and I dont zoom in/out during peak hours.

    Also worth mentioning is that the car came with 36PSI front/back.

    I pumped them up to 40PSI front/back now.

    I am not a fan of high profile tires like 60, 55 is optimal for me, 50 is the min I can take but I dont want.

    So once the tires run out, will probably change to 215/55R16.

    1 thing I am still confused about the car is that I always feel that the steering is trying to fight me in the corners and too sensitive on straights.

    What should I do after my 1st 1000km servicing , any suggestions ??? Hehehehe

    3rd tank - 605.8km / 41.78 L = 14.5km/l

    Very impressive indeed this Mazda Skyactive with iLoop.

    I was fiddling with the manual mode, trying out some spirited driving after warming up for > 20mins.

    The orientation of + and - is the opposite of my previous car so I need some time to get used to it.

    Still running in the engine so never "hoot" the gearbox as hard as my FIAT.

    Also, I was using the cruise control often.

    In cruise control mode, the engine is very eager to rev to the target speed so use with caution.

    1000 km servicing check never do anything, just check and wash my car.

    Nothing to report too so thats good news.

    Next time I would want them to check the clearance for the brake pedal as I find them to has too much free play to brake.

    I prefer those super "jiak" type but the stock brake feel is dialled towards slow speed comfort brake.

    BTW, I am on RON 98 Shell.

    I had the opportunity to drive the car in the rain. 2 things I notice that I dont like:

    1) The noise from the windscreen is loud lor ...�

    2) The stock tires TOYO seems to aquaplane eagerly.

    To KIV all these "observeations" ...

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    Bro, all bought form taobao except the rims har?

    Thanks for sharing!�

    How big is the rim and hows the BS compared to the stock TOYO.

    Actually, I just want to change the original brake rubber pad to aftermarket metal ones for bigger surface area of the pedal.

    Anyway upgraded the stock speakers har for Mazda 3?�

    Please share your experience here leh ...�


    Edited by Variablefeedback, 19 October 2014 - 09:41 PM.

  • 19 October 2014 - 09:52 PM
    ER-3682

    who tell u one?

    sometimes the sales like to tok cok, especially when is management decision not to�put in

    certain features which only the minority would want but would jack up the price for everyone...

    No,actually I willing to pay for it,but the sales said cannot bring in..


  • 19 October 2014 - 10:06 PM
    Statr22


    3rd tank - 605.8km / 41.78 L = 14.5km/l
    Very impressive indeed this Mazda Skyactive with iLoop.
    I was fiddling with the manual mode, trying out some spirited driving after warming up for > 20mins.
    The orientation of + and - is the opposite of my previous car so I need some time to get used to it.
    Still running in the engine so never "hoot" the gearbox as hard as my FIAT.
    Also, I was using the cruise control often.

    In cruise control mode, the engine is very eager to rev to the target speed so use with caution.

    1000 km servicing check never do anything, just check and wash my car.
    Nothing to report too so thats good news.

    Next time I would want them to check the clearance for the brake pedal as I find them to has too much free play to brake.
    I prefer those super "jiak" type but the stock brake feel is dialled towards slow speed comfort brake.
    BTW, I am on RON 98 Shell.

    I had the opportunity to drive the car in the rain. 2 things I notice that I dont like:
    1) The noise from the windscreen is loud lor ...�
    2) The stock tires TOYO seems to aquaplane eagerly.

    To KIV all these "observeations" ...


    Bro, all bought form taobao except the rims har?
    Thanks for sharing!�
    How big is the rim and hows the BS compared to the stock TOYO.

    Actually, I just want to change the original brake rubber pad to aftermarket metal ones for bigger surface area of the pedal.

    Anyway upgraded the stock speakers har for Mazda 3?�
    Please share your experience here leh ...�

    Yeah all taobao except rims! Already thinkin of getting the front,back n side skirting as well

    17 inch bro on bridgestone ..wats BS? Its quieter according to family.. Still thinkin of doin the underwheel spray at e-rev

    Stock speakers haven't upgrade but i will go find my tuner to see what he can do w/o voiding warranty

    Any bros do rim protection b4? The plastic thing around the rim

    Edited by Statr22, 19 October 2014 - 10:08 PM.

  • 19 October 2014 - 10:17 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Yeah all taobao except rims! Already thinkin of getting the front,back n side skirting as well

    17 inch bro on bridgestone ..wats BS? Its quieter according to family.. Still thinkin of doin the underwheel spray at e-rev

    Stock speakers haven't upgrade but i will go find my tuner to see what he can do w/o voiding warranty

    Any bros do rim protection b4? The plastic thing around the rim

    BS is Bridgestone laa.

    Which model?

    I too like BS or Michelin.

    Who is your tuner?

    Stock factory presents a challenge to wire.

    All the best and let us know here yar... thanks.


  • 20 October 2014 - 12:35 AM
    Handsomedi


    I dont bother lah, since I am already enjoying my M3 for 2 mths already.

    Only asking 'cos the last time you write so negative abt M3 but alot of praises for Toyota, so maybe you have strong connection with Toyota. Wanted to know how well their Altis is selling.


    Haha... toyota reliability is really no horse run. You think too much la, you are a mazda owner so you tend to be more defensive when ppl mention aby the negative of mazda. To be honest when come to buying car, toyota not my cup of tea. There are so many nice cars around Honda vezel, vw jetta, subaru impreza, mazda 3,volvo v40 D2 all within +-20k.

    Let us know if you manage to change battery outside without any problem happen to the car k.
    Frm what i heard frm ex-mazda SE in order for the car to work properly you must change the battery in their workshop. Not sure whether the SE talk cock or not. Hopefully its not true. Otherwise somebody got to pay $$$$ for maintenance liao.

    Lets wait till someone manage to change outside without any problem instead of hearsay :)
  • 20 October 2014 - 12:40 AM
    Handsomedi

    Hi bros,

    Wondering u guys realised something. Our engine bonnet, especially stucked in jam or after a long running, when u apply the spray on wiper, there is some smoke came out when water splashed on it. So when i reach home, i touched on it. Its very hot and ur hand cant hold it for long.
    So i open the hood and see the position. It is just right behind the engine near to car firewall there. I think the heat cannot despite to cause the hood very hot. Can someone advise is it normal?

    Thankx.


    Bro, do you install any aftermarket sound proof material under the bonnet? Just wondering if stock car bonnet its already so hot. Installing sound proof materials will it further reduce the amount of heat dissipates away from the engine bay and result in fire hazard?
  • 20 October 2014 - 12:43 AM
    fulltime68

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    Bro, the chrome colored material surrounding the AFS/istop off panel, is it some sort of sticker? How's the quality like? U got it from taobao?


    Btw, previously I feedback that the car did not auto lock after I walk away from the car.. It was supposed to be fixed after my 1k servicing but I have since encountered it numerous times, I.e. At times it does not auto lock.. Does any bro here have the same prob?
  • 20 October 2014 - 01:56 AM
    Variablefeedback

    Bro, the chrome colored material surrounding the AFS/istop off panel, is it some sort of sticker? How's the quality like? U got it from taobao?


    Btw, previously I feedback that the car did not auto lock after I walk away from the car.. It was supposed to be fixed after my 1k servicing but I have since encountered it numerous times, I.e. At times it does not auto lock.. Does any bro here have the same prob?

    I hate the autolock thing so I off it.

    Now I use my hand to lock or the key to lock, I cant stand thinking after leaving the car for 10 mins " did i lock the door" ... hahahaha


    Haha... toyota reliability is really no horse run. You think too much la, you are a mazda owner so you tend to be more defensive when ppl mention aby the negative of mazda. To be honest when come to buying car, toyota not my cup of tea. There are so many nice cars around Honda vezel, vw jetta, subaru impreza, mazda 3,volvo v40 D2 all within +-20k.

    Let us know if you manage to change battery outside without any problem happen to the car k.
    Frm what i heard frm ex-mazda SE in order for the car to work properly you must change the battery in their workshop. Not sure whether the SE talk cock or not. Hopefully its not true. Otherwise somebody got to pay $$$$ for maintenance liao.

    Lets wait till someone manage to change outside without any problem instead of hearsay :)

    no need wait so long lah, just disengage the ground for 10 mins and put it back can liao.

    I dont see any reason why cannot change outside, if you can find Q-85 battery.

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    Edited by Variablefeedback, 20 October 2014 - 02:09 AM.

  • 20 October 2014 - 07:31 AM
    ER-3682

    The car's Autolock,sometime will not work,then you need to open the door & slam it harder,you will hear a 'beep' sound followed by the mirror folding in...this comfirmed the car is lock.


  • 20 October 2014 - 08:30 AM
    ST69

    The car's Autolock,sometime will not work,then you need to open the door & slam it harder,you will hear a 'beep' sound followed by the mirror folding in...this comfirmed the car is lock.

    Yup...I realised this work too.�


  • 20 October 2014 - 08:44 AM
    ST69

    Haha... toyota reliability is really no horse run. You think too much la, you are a mazda owner so you tend to be more defensive when ppl mention aby the negative of mazda. To be honest when come to buying car, toyota not my cup of tea. There are so many nice cars around Honda vezel, vw jetta, subaru impreza, mazda 3,volvo v40 D2 all within +-20k.

    Let us know if you manage to change battery outside without any problem happen to the car k.
    Frm what i heard frm ex-mazda SE in order for the car to work properly you must change the battery in their workshop. Not sure whether the SE talk cock or not. Hopefully its not true. Otherwise somebody got to pay $$$$ for maintenance liao.

    Lets wait till someone manage to change outside without any problem instead of hearsay :)

    I accept views of matters that are subjective, however, for factual ones, I will dispel untruths or just hearsay.

    I will be the first to tell you abt the improvements needed to this car eg poor sound insulation, more low end torque needed, rear cabin space, no rear aircon vents, rear floor not flat...etc which are my subjective views.

    Factual views eg Battery, it uses Q85 (accept both MF or non MF), this is high powered battery for use in modern day cars. In any case, in my 30yrs of driving, only experience battery flat once & that could have been avoided if I had follow the maintenance schedule. For those really sloppy in this aspect, then be an AA member, dont need to loose sleep.

    At the end, there's no perfect car, you buy one which has the most positives & live with the negatives or DIY to overcome it.


  • 20 October 2014 - 08:56 AM
    ST69

    oh? Mazda 3 deluxe version got headlight spraying feature? Or mazda 6?

    Ya.. could be the high compression ratio.
    wondering will it effect the paint or not. Anyone can advise what will be the max temperature that engine can achieve which consider normal? Coz our car dont have the temperature gauge, so still not feel comfortable.


    I think we have a bro doing the soundproofing on the engine hood, so is that okay also?

    Yup. M3 Deluxe comes with headlight spray too.

    Our car does have a temp gauge. It just doesnt show when your car is normal. Blue light when cold, Amber light when hot. So, if you see Amber, then engine is too hot.

    I did the bonnet sound proofing. So far so good. Most higher value cars all come with bonnet soundproof/insulation. besides making it quieter, it also helps to protect the paintwork.


    no need wait so long lah, just disengage the ground for 10 mins and put it back can liao.

    I dont see any reason why cannot change outside, if you can find Q-85 battery.

    [thumbsup]� Yes, very good factual sharing...not hearsay, spread confusion�


  • 20 October 2014 - 09:28 AM
    Variablefeedback

    [thumbsup]� Yes, very good factual sharing...not hearsay, spread confusion�

    Bro ST69,�

    1 thing to take note is that according to service manual, there is a current sensor at the battery terminal, dont break that.

    Also, we might need to re-initiate the Power Window and Sunroof default setting.

    Go to page 2004 of the manual to check the correct operation of the battery after removal.


  • 20 October 2014 - 10:07 AM
    ST69

    Bro ST69,�

    1 thing to take note is that according to service manual, there is a current sensor at the battery terminal, dont break that.

    Also, we might need to re-initiate the Power Window and Sunroof default setting.

    Go to page 2004 of the manual to check the correct operation of the battery after removal.

    Thanks! Will read that.


  • 20 October 2014 - 10:31 AM
    Variablefeedback

    [thumbsup]� Yes, very good factual sharing...not hearsay, spread confusion�

    Thats the job of Mazda sales people laaa ... cannot change this cannot touch that ...� [sunny]


  • 20 October 2014 - 11:53 AM
    cguitar_16

    Erm.. I agree, no car is perfect anyway, as long as the driver enjoy it and the "Permanent passenger" loves it.

    In fact before I commit to M3, I did tried and view altis then I found that there are few things that I do not really like so I have more dislike than like. Hence I go to M3.

    I found the passenger seat dashboard too "Squarish" and my wife told me she doesn't like the feel because she felt quite uncomfortable with the dashboard too near to her. with this "Dislike" from my wife, I cannot get that car lo, even though I quite like the CVT gearbox.. lol....

    soundproofing on hood is my next thing to consider that is why I am researching the feedback from other bros whom had the experience on doing that.

    I didn't realised that our car has the headlight sprayer. I will try it later...

    erm... my last tank was 7.2L / 100KM. actual was 7.37L / 100KM (13.56KM per liter) ; I think it will be improved.


  • 20 October 2014 - 02:01 PM
    Huge

    Waaa...you so lucky got that option. Only found in 2.5L luxury mdl which has Front Collision Sensor, Lane Departure, Brake Assist.

    Go read the manual or you can try it out. Make sure the headlights on / auto (if dark enuf), then activate wiper.

    That can only be found in the top of the range Mazda 3 SP25 Astina.


  • 20 October 2014 - 02:45 PM
    Huge

    I hate the autolock thing so I off it.

    Now I use my hand to lock or the key to lock, I cant stand thinking after leaving the car for 10 mins " did i lock the door" ... hahahaha

    I remember i was able to use the MZD connect to set it for 10, 20 or 30 sec to auto lock the car. So setting it to the minimal, should be able to �hear and visualise the locking by hearing the beep and seeing the light flash.

    Will double confirm it on Thursday.

    Wife just scratch the car while exiting the ramp from her home. So gonna spend the weekend tying to "repair' it and hopefully restore it. See on You tube that it is possible to do it. Just need patient, effort and time.

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  • 20 October 2014 - 05:08 PM
    mgmuse

    Just collected my M3 last Friday. It is so f**king beautiful :D�It feels like a continental car, very smooth, modern ride and only downside would be that it's slightly underpowered because of its relatively big body.

    WiTSXwi.jpg

    As it is my first personal car I have a few qns:

    1. How do I maintain the paint perfectly? When do I have to wash/polish?/wax? it and how?

    2. Saw this earlier in the thread, has anyone here done such a mod yet? How do I go about doing it?

    p1.jpg?ct=6a87c7551064

    3. Anyone knows how I can reset the avg fuel consumption meter beside the speedometer?


  • 20 October 2014 - 07:01 PM
    ST69

    I remember i was able to use the MZD connect to set it for 10, 20 or 30 sec to auto lock the car. So setting it to the minimal, should be able to �hear and visualise the locking by hearing the beep and seeing the light flash.

    Will double confirm it on Thursday.

    Wife just scratch the car while exiting the ramp from her home. So gonna spend the weekend tying to "repair' it and hopefully restore it. See on You tube that it is possible to do it. Just need patient, effort and time.

    Ouch...Hope it can be removed!�


  • 20 October 2014 - 07:11 PM
    ST69

    Just collected my M3 last Friday. It is so f**king beautiful :D�It feels like a continental car, very smooth, modern ride and only downside would be that it's slightly underpowered because of its relatively big body.

    As it is my first personal car I have a few qns:

    1. How do I maintain the paint perfectly? When do I have to wash/polish?/wax? it and how?

    Plenty of companies providing detailing svcs if you dont mind spending $$$ ... Can search the forum under Aftermarket/Detailing. If you like DIY, there's some good pdts available like Permanon, Duragloss etc...

    2. Saw this earlier in the thread, has anyone here done such a mod yet? How do I go about doing it?

    Not if you want LTA after you. These lights are illegal.

    3. Anyone knows how I can reset the avg fuel consumption meter beside the speedometer?

    Goto MzdConnect, under Apps, Select the top I think is Maintenance, then at the bottom there's a 'reset' icon. See if it works.


    Edited by ST69, 20 October 2014 - 07:41 PM.

  • 20 October 2014 - 07:52 PM
    xherion

    CONGRATS!

    White is a nice color on M3.

    Just collected my M3 last Friday. It is so f**king beautiful :D�It feels like a continental car, very smooth, modern ride and only downside would be that it's slightly underpowered because of its relatively big body.

    WiTSXwi.jpg


  • 20 October 2014 - 09:00 PM
    Statr22

    Bro, the chrome colored material surrounding the AFS/istop off panel, is it some sort of sticker? How's the quality like? U got it from taobao?


    Btw, previously I feedback that the car did not auto lock after I walk away from the car.. It was supposed to be fixed after my 1k servicing but I have since encountered it numerous times, I.e. At times it does not auto lock.. Does any bro here have the same prob?

    yup from taobao.. 3m tape on the other side

    not bad.. finish quite similar to the original trim


    BS is Bridgestone laa.

    Which model?

    I too like BS or Michelin.

    Who is your tuner?

    Stock factory presents a challenge to wire.

    All the best and let us know here yar... thanks.

    forgot which Bs model.. latest one..

    these few weekend tuned liao let you know


  • 21 October 2014 - 08:40 AM
    En0203

    Since MM DAYS in 2010, ouside workshops no more..... During those days when they expanded their showrooms & sales was bad, they even packaged their servicing in bundles & sell at discount

    I see. Thanks for the information. I am still doing my servicing with Mazda, that's why I didn't know it's been abolished.

    The servicing bundle + discount is still there, they typically bundle the 10k & 20k servicing together and by signing the contract you are entitled to free towing service and some discount on parts and labor for any repair work.


  • 21 October 2014 - 08:58 AM
    Notsogoodman


    I see. Thanks for the information. I am still doing my servicing with Mazda, that's why I didn't know it's been abolished.

    The servicing bundle + discount is still there, they typically bundle the 10k & 20k servicing together and by signing the contract you are entitled to free towing service and some discount on parts and labor for any repair work.



    That shows u how long i have not been back to AD..... ;)
  • 21 October 2014 - 09:02 AM
    En0203

    That shows u how long i have not been back to AD..... ;)

    lol I see. Mazda has probably sucked me dry. No wonder I cannot afford new car now, guess I am stuck� :D


  • 21 October 2014 - 09:31 AM
    L23

    2. Saw this earlier in the thread, has anyone here done such a mod yet? How do I go about doing it?

    p1.jpg?ct=6a87c7551064

    If i'm not wrong, this is illegal in Singapore context.

    Please correct me if i'm wrong.


  • 21 October 2014 - 10:06 AM
    ST69

    If i'm not wrong, this is illegal in Singapore context.

    Please correct me if i'm wrong.

    Yup. Goto LTA website. There's a list of what can / cannot be done.


  • 21 October 2014 - 11:49 AM
    Knoobie

    I remember i was able to use the MZD connect to set it for 10, 20 or 30 sec to auto lock the car. So setting it to the minimal, should be able to �hear and visualise the locking by hearing the beep and seeing the light flash.

    Will double confirm it on Thursday.

    Wife just scratch the car while exiting the ramp from her home. So gonna spend the weekend tying to "repair' it and hopefully restore it. See on You tube that it is possible to do it. Just need patient, effort and time.

    try using off the shelf car wax.. that may do the trick.


  • 21 October 2014 - 12:21 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Those cars equiped with standard HID should have this feature,it look like a rectangular piece of plastic below the lights...Front collision sensor or "Smart City Braking System" "SCBS" sensor is on the windscreen behind the rear view mirror.

    OK, once the headlights are on and I pulled the wiper command stick ... water splashed on my face from the front headlight position ... so confirmed have ...� [crazy]:blink:


  • 21 October 2014 - 12:28 PM
    zhehao

    OK, once the headlights are on and I pulled the wiper command stick ... water splashed on my face from the front headlight position ... so confirmed have ...� [crazy]:blink:

    Headlight need to wash one meh?� [laugh]


    Wow white is nice! Is that the sedan?

    Just collected my M3 last Friday. It is so f**king beautiful :D�It feels like a continental car, very smooth, modern ride and only downside would be that it's slightly underpowered because of its relatively big body.

    WiTSXwi.jpg


  • 21 October 2014 - 12:33 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Headlight need to wash one meh?� [laugh]

    if HID, yes becos the temp is high ... dirty lens will reflect a lot of heat back to the lens and reflector.

    I also blur blur lah .... though our car dont have mah ...� :D[:p]


  • 21 October 2014 - 01:14 PM
    Huge

    Share a link that i found in other mazda forum for those who want to "chng" their 2014 mazda.

    http://www.mazda.co....t/axela/pc.html


    Edited by Huge, 21 October 2014 - 01:15 PM.

  • 21 October 2014 - 06:12 PM
    Oppositelock

    Share a link that i found in other mazda forum for those who want to "chng" their 2014 mazda.

    http://www.mazda.co....t/axela/pc.html

    The exterior set plan not bad. 166,627 yen. Thats like SGD2k, not sure if worth it.�


    Edited by Oppositelock, 21 October 2014 - 06:13 PM.

  • 21 October 2014 - 07:08 PM
    Heartlander

    From the catalogue just posted, the Signature Wing Illumination piece cost only 46,286yen --> S$600 before shipment and installation costs.

    Not expensive if permitted on the road here.

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  • 21 October 2014 - 07:11 PM
    ER-3682

    if HID, yes becos the temp is high ... dirty lens will reflect a lot of heat back to the lens and reflector.

    I also blur blur lah .... though our car dont have mah ...� :D[:p]

    Actually HID not as hot as Halogen..


  • 21 October 2014 - 07:40 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Actually HID not as hot as Halogen..

    Not sure becos i never measure them but i read from the web it is.

    I must have got them mixed up

    Thanks for the clarifications Bro.


    Edited by Variablefeedback, 21 October 2014 - 07:49 PM.

  • 22 October 2014 - 10:55 AM
    Oppositelock

    From the catalogue just posted, the Signature Wing Illumination piece cost only 46,286yen --> S$600 before shipment and installation costs.

    Not expensive if permitted on the road here.

    Nice. I'm still waiting for my ride to be delivered. Never own a Mazda before. Hope its good.�


  • 22 October 2014 - 12:02 PM
    Huge

    Nice. I'm still waiting for my ride to be delivered. Never own a Mazda before. Hope its good.�

    Different people different expectation. I can only quote based on mine is that I have no regrets getting it for my 1st car (My choice at that time was between Honda Civic FD and Mazda 3) So far in terms of reliability, Mazda 3(1st Generation/BK) doesn't give me much problem. The designer of Mazda 3 have really done the car justice that it is one of the most popular cars in the World for a compact, and that is enough for me to get a 2nd Mazda 3 (3rd Generation/BM). I also read online that the fuel consumption is now on par/better with/than Toyota now.


  • 22 October 2014 - 02:20 PM
    Heartlander

    Nice. I'm still waiting for my ride to be delivered. Never own a Mazda before. Hope its good.�

    I have owned cars from Nissan, Kia, VW, and Mazda. Quality wise, Mazda is above average based on 6 months of usage so far.

    Frankly, you will not go wrong with any main stream cars nowadays. Except for a few makes, all should be about there.

    If you are concerned about reliability, Mazda cars generally are quite ok, according to assurances from my colleagues before I got my car.


  • 22 October 2014 - 02:36 PM
    ER-3682

    Nice. I'm still waiting for my ride to be delivered. Never own a Mazda before. Hope its good.�

    You have make the right choice,the lastest 3,CX-5 or 6,are the most advanced middle range of Japanese car,you can buy today,the agent's service centres are friendly,booking are easy to get,[not like a German Brand [furious][lipsrsealed]�]..the car's good handling,will make you feels young again,the only downside are engine a bit noisier than other's brand...


    Edited by ER-3682, 22 October 2014 - 02:37 PM.

  • 22 October 2014 - 06:38 PM
    Rman

    Collected my new Mazda 3 yesterday. �So far so good. �The handling is excellent. �So much better than my previous ride. �Will enjoy getting used to the new low driving position. �Just curious, does anyone find the headlights direction a bit high. �Can it be adjusted lower?


  • 22 October 2014 - 07:50 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Just curious, does anyone find the headlights direction a bit high. �Can it be adjusted lower?

    Not for me.�

    My headlights just pointing at the top of most car's license plate at the rear.�


    One thing i noted is that the tires tend to aquaplane when going puddle of water.�

    I was using Michelin XM2 in my previous car no such feeling at the same speed.

    Maybe its the weight of Mazda ... i dont know.

    Anyone has the same feeling or I am just not used to the weight of the car?


    the only downside are engine a bit noisier than other's brand...

    yesterday i slowly revved the engine at 3rd gear to 5k rpm and shift up to 4th gear go a bit more and then dropped back to 3rd gear for a slightly long corner .... oh that engine noise is so lovely .... reminds me of my FIAT .... shiok lor .....�


  • 22 October 2014 - 08:28 PM
    Oppositelock

    I have owned cars from Nissan, Kia, VW, and Mazda. Quality wise, Mazda is above average based on 6 months of usage so far.

    Frankly, you will not go wrong with any main stream cars nowadays. Except for a few makes, all should be about there.

    If you are concerned about reliability, Mazda cars generally are quite ok, according to assurances from my colleagues before I got my car.

    Yup. My main concern is the reliability because I ordered the deluxe model. I'm afraid that after 5 years of usage, problems will start surfacing. Biggest doubt is the iEloop system (Most likely I will always off it). Audi A4 got similar system, everytime the traffic light turn green, the car will get a sudden jerk when the engine restarts in a hurry to move off.


  • 22 October 2014 - 09:31 PM
    ST69

    Yup. My main concern is the reliability because I ordered the deluxe model. I'm afraid that after 5 years of usage, problems will start surfacing. Biggest doubt is the iEloop system (Most likely I will always off it). Audi A4 got similar system, everytime the traffic light turn green, the car will get a sudden jerk when the engine restarts in a hurry to move off.

    start/stop systems are common in European cars & have been around before Mzd due to stringent emission requirements & environmental concerns & better fuel efficiency. this technology helps M3 get their big improvement in fc to 5.7L/100km at least on paper.�

    iEloop is different from iStop. I think you can disable iStop, though I am not sure there's a switch for iEloop.�

    iELoop basically converts lost energy during braking/deceleration & store in the SuperCapacitor which is turn used to charge the battery & power the accessories when engine is stopped.

    I hope understand it correctly.

    there's quite alot of write-up on this which you may want to read...google Mazda iEloop / iStop. here's one

    http://articles.sae.org/11845/


    Edited by ST69, 22 October 2014 - 09:40 PM.

  • 22 October 2014 - 09:35 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Audi A4 got similar system, everytime the traffic light turn green, the car will get a sudden jerk when the engine restarts in a hurry to move off.

    Mercs also have such "problem" laa ... so no big deal ...


  • 22 October 2014 - 09:49 PM
    ER-3682

    Yup. My main concern is the reliability because I ordered the deluxe model. I'm afraid that after 5 years of usage, problems will start surfacing. Biggest doubt is the iEloop system (Most likely I will always off it). Audi A4 got similar system, everytime the traffic light turn green, the car will get a sudden jerk when the engine restarts in a hurry to move off.

    It is i-stop,i-Eloop is the capacitor that capture the energy from braking,which cannot be switch off,so far my i-Stop already clocked 96 hours of stopping[mine is the first batch of the 6],so far so good.


    Not for me.�

    My headlights just pointing at the top of most car's license plate at the rear.�


    One thing i noted is that the tires tend to aquaplane when going puddle of water.�

    I was using Michelin XM2 in my previous car no such feeling at the same speed.

    Maybe its the weight of Mazda ... i dont know.

    Anyone has the same feeling or I am just not used to the weight of the car?


    yesterday i slowly revved the engine at 3rd gear to 5k rpm and shift up to 4th gear go a bit more and then dropped back to 3rd gear for a slightly long corner .... oh that engine noise is so lovely .... reminds me of my FIAT .... shiok lor .....�

    The Toyo or Bridgestone given on our cars are more for comfort & economy...not for outright grip..


    Collected my new Mazda 3 yesterday. �So far so good. �The handling is excellent. �So much better than my previous ride. �Will enjoy getting used to the new low driving position. �Just curious, does anyone find the headlights direction a bit high. �Can it be adjusted lower?

    If your headlight are HID,it is self adjusting,if it is Halogen,there should be a switch,to adjust the height...the switch is a turning one,marked 0.1.2.3....adjust it depends on the load your are carrying.


  • 22 October 2014 - 10:08 PM
    Variablefeedback

    The Toyo or Bridgestone given on our cars are more for comfort & economy...not for outright grip..

    http://www.mycarforu...&product=20772#

    Toyo good, PS3 bad ...�Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ... [grin][laugh][laugh]


  • 23 October 2014 - 02:02 AM
    Notsogoodman

    I remember i was able to use the MZD connect to set it for 10, 20 or 30 sec to auto lock the car. So setting it to the minimal, should be able to �hear and visualise the locking by hearing the beep and seeing the light flash.

    Will double confirm it on Thursday.

    Wife just scratch the car while exiting the ramp from her home. So gonna spend the weekend tying to "repair' it and hopefully restore it. See on You tube that it is possible to do it. Just need patient, effort and time.

    Is the white part the paint work from the wall? If it is, can restore quite a fair bit. Give Meguiar's Scratch X 2.0 a try, works well for me in the past


  • 23 October 2014 - 07:23 AM
    ER-3682

    http://www.mycarforu...&product=20772#

    Toyo good, PS3 bad ...�Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ...Toyo good, PS3 bad ... [grin][laugh][laugh]

    Actually Toyo & Bridgestone got better models for better grip,but it is too noisy,T1R & Potenza Re-11a are one of them,but it is not suitable for normal saloon.


  • 23 October 2014 - 08:54 AM
    Variablefeedback

    Actually Toyo & Bridgestone got better models for better grip,but it is too noisy,T1R & Potenza Re-11a are one of them,but it is not suitable for normal saloon.


    Yar, agreed. Got friends using them. I think T1R still not as noisy as BS.
  • 23 October 2014 - 10:38 AM
    Variablefeedback

    Yar, agreed. Got friends using them. I think T1R still not as noisy as BS.

    I mean BS not as noisy as T1R ... someting wong with my brain ...�


  • 23 October 2014 - 07:13 PM
    ER-3682

    The higher the performance, the noiser. [mad],but the OEM size 205/60-16,not much good choice performance tyres,except you upgrade to 17" rims,then a wider choice.


    Edited by ER-3682, 23 October 2014 - 07:16 PM.

  • 24 October 2014 - 12:18 AM
    zzzzzz
    Mazda 3 deep crystal blue looks like bmw colour rite ?
  • 24 October 2014 - 12:48 AM
    Genes

    The higher the performance, the noiser. [mad],but the OEM size 205/60-16,not much good choice performance tyres,except you upgrade to 17" rims,then a wider choice.


    Using Goodyear triplemax. Not much choices for this profile.
  • 24 October 2014 - 10:57 AM
    Variablefeedback

    The higher the performance, the noiser. [mad],but the OEM size 205/60-16,not much good choice performance tyres,except you upgrade to 17" rims,then a wider choice.

    Yar seems like not common for OEM size and 215/55R16 too.


  • 24 October 2014 - 07:11 PM
    ER-3682

    Yar seems like not common for OEM size and 215/55R16 too.

    Now a days,Car Mfg like to use same 'new' odd size of tyres,the Tires Mfg need demand to make new size,in order to make $,also because of odd size like Mazda 6 225/45-19[another damm size [furious]�] [mad]�,Bridgestone is selling a very high price....need to wait a few years before other's Mfg keep up.


  • 24 October 2014 - 09:15 PM
    ahboy86

    Hi all.�

    Those interested in a more powerful 3, with those big rims, paddle shifters, dual exhaust outlets, do check this out.�

    I happened to spot a white hatch with dual exhausts and big fat rims sitting behind the Mazda workshop when collecting my car few days ago.�

    Went to do some research and the realised they have brought in the 2.0 mazda3.� :D

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    • M3.jpg

  • 24 October 2014 - 10:01 PM
    Blackyv
    Only those buy with heart (of cause must have deep pocket as well) would buy the 2l mz3... Those buy with head will go for mz6 with that amount...hehehe...
  • 24 October 2014 - 11:02 PM
    Virage

    Hi all.�

    Those interested in a more powerful 3, with those big rims, paddle shifters, dual exhaust outlets, do check this out.�

    I happened to spot a white hatch with dual exhausts and big fat rims sitting behind the Mazda workshop when collecting my car few days ago.�

    Went to do some research and the realised they have brought in the 2.0 mazda3.� :D

    Great news!� [;)]

    may I know, where did u got this news? i checked Mazda SG website, there is no update on this.


  • 25 October 2014 - 07:31 AM
    ER-3682

    Great news!� [;)]

    may I know, where did u got this news? i checked Mazda SG website, there is no update on this.

    Website take time to update,go down to any showroom...the sales will bring you see the car,if the price is agreed.


  • 25 October 2014 - 11:00 AM
    xherion

    Only those buy with heart (of cause must have deep pocket as well) would buy the 2l mz3... Those buy with head will go for mz6 with that amount...hehehe...

    Exactly...


  • 25 October 2014 - 11:22 AM
    ahboy86

    Great news!� [;)]

    may I know, where did u got this news? i checked Mazda SG website, there is no update on this.

    Got the price list from website. But the Mazda 3 page has no specs or any info about this 2.0 sport edition.�

    The actual car is sitting behind the Ubi delivery suites, workshop area.�

    You have to ask the sales people, if they agree, prob they will bring you see.�

    Should have snapped a pic but was too engrossed checking my new car. hehe�


    Edited by ahboy86, 25 October 2014 - 11:23 AM.

  • 25 October 2014 - 11:33 AM
    Hotnyh

    Tech specs should be similar to the 2L in M'sia

    mazda-docs-043-850x1134.jpg


  • 25 October 2014 - 12:32 PM
    zzzzzz

    Tech specs should be similar to the 2L in M'sia
    mazda-docs-043-850x1134.jpg

    what colour is this ?

    Looks nice.
  • 25 October 2014 - 01:18 PM
    ahboy86

    Some discreet advertising by Mazda for the 2.0 Sports�

    Anyway the 2.0 looks exactly like the hatch in this picture, complete with dual exhausts and this same rims.�

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    • M3.jpg

    Edited by ahboy86, 25 October 2014 - 01:21 PM.

  • 25 October 2014 - 03:29 PM
    Virage

    Some discreet advertising by Mazda for the 2.0 Sports�

    Anyway the 2.0 looks exactly like the hatch in this picture, complete with dual exhausts and this same rims.�

    thanks to all for the information, I'll probably take a close look at it next weekend � [rolleyes]


  • 25 October 2014 - 04:10 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Only those buy with heart (of cause must have deep pocket as well) would buy the 2l mz3...�

    The Italian way .... bellissima!�

    Passion is the way of life.... hehehe


  • 25 October 2014 - 05:19 PM
    xherion

    Nice 18" wheels, 215/45/18 is more common size too.


  • 25 October 2014 - 09:43 PM
    ER-3682

    Nice 18" wheels, 215/45/18 is more common size too.

    Still a very odd size...225/40-18 then is the common one.


  • 25 October 2014 - 09:49 PM
    ER-3682

    Tech specs should be similar to the 2L in M'sia

    mazda-docs-043-850x1134.jpg

    The Mazda 3,2.0 is running at 14:1 compression[Mazda 6 is 13:1],hence 10 Bhp & 10 Nm more,the body of the 3 also lighter,i think this car will be very fast.


  • 27 October 2014 - 12:57 AM
    Variablefeedback

    The Mazda 3,2.0 is running at 14:1 compression[Mazda 6 is 13:1],hence 10 Bhp & 10 Nm more,the body of the 3 also lighter,i think this car will be very fast.

    I think it might be lighter since not much luxury items installed.


  • 27 October 2014 - 02:35 AM
    Zippaboy
    I am torned between the Vezel and mazda 3.....

    What is the Real life FC you guys are getting?
  • 27 October 2014 - 07:20 AM
    ER-3682

    I am torned between the Vezel and mazda 3.....

    What is the Real life FC you guys are getting?

    Vezel & Mazda 3 are different class of car,one is a mini SUV,the other one is Saloon/Hatchback...anyway,i can say Mazda with SkyActiv,save fuel...can be very sure better than Honda.


  • 27 October 2014 - 09:09 AM
    cguitar_16

    I am torned between the Vezel and mazda 3.....

    What is the Real life FC you guys are getting?

    My actual is 7L / 100KM (Actual calculation)

    you might want to compare the features that the car can provides to you. In fact, Korean car offered similar features like M3. The good thing this M3 is from Japan.

    Nothing offend , just my own opinion..


  • 27 October 2014 - 09:25 AM
    Variablefeedback

    Vezel & Mazda 3 are different class of car,one is a mini SUV,the other one is Saloon/Hatchback...anyway,i can say Mazda with SkyActiv,save fuel...can be very sure better than Honda.

    I agreed. Should compare CX-5 to Vesel perhaps?


  • 27 October 2014 - 01:21 PM
    Huge

    Does those on deluxe version have any of these features : * blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, smart city brake support, # Radar cruise control, forward obstruction warning, high beam control, lane departure warning, smart brake support.

    * found in GT

    # found in top of the range Mz3 (Astina)�


  • 27 October 2014 - 01:47 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Does those on deluxe version have any of these features : * blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, smart city brake support, # Radar cruise control, forward obstruction warning, high beam control, lane departure warning, smart brake support.

    * found in GT

    # found in top of the range Mz3 (Astina)�

    nope.


  • 27 October 2014 - 02:31 PM
    Radolf
    Hi all Bros,anyone can advise me how many km dies the mazda 3 need to run - in? Cos wanted to try on the NS highway after the 1k service.
  • 27 October 2014 - 03:30 PM
    Variablefeedback

    Hi all Bros,anyone can advise me how many km dies the mazda 3 need to run - in? Cos wanted to try on the NS highway after the 1k service.

    Bro, when you going in? I join you lah.

    It is not how long run in period, just do it after the engine is HOT and we are fine.


  • 27 October 2014 - 04:01 PM
    Radolf

    Bro, when you going in? I join you lah.
    It is not how long run in period, just do it after the engine is HOT and we are fine.


    Thanks for ur good advise.
    Thinking of going in next weekend.
    So have u Bro done up ur 5k service?
  • 27 October 2014 - 04:09 PM
    Variablefeedback
    You going in what time? I only available after midnight.
  • 27 October 2014 - 04:17 PM
    Radolf
    Me going in morning with my family. Trying out the cruise control.
  • 27 October 2014 - 07:11 PM
    ER-3682

    Hi all Bros,anyone can advise me how many km dies the mazda 3 need to run - in? Cos wanted to try on the NS highway after the 1k service.

    Any thing below 4000rpm is O.K.,for the 3,3500-4000 rpm top gear should�be around 130-140km/h,which already exceeded M'sia speed limits.


  • 27 October 2014 - 07:59 PM
    ahboy86

    For those keen on the Mazda 3, 2.0 Sport. Test drove it today.�

    - Feels much livelier than then 1.5.�

    - Nice steering helm and meaty feel. (probably those 18 inchers had some contribution)

    - Good steering feedback.�

    - 18 inch rims with Dunlop Sport Maxx TT tyres, paddle shifters, boot lip spoiler (for sedan), dual exhausts (for hatch).�

    - every thing else that's good about the 1.5 Deluxe is carried over.�

    - $15,000 premium over the 1.5 deluxe. Maybe can bargain... haha

    - if it was launched 3 months ago, i would have bought it immediately. arghhhhh.....� [smallcry]

    Some pics:�

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  • 27 October 2014 - 08:12 PM
    Radolf
    Thanks for sharing. Those with deep pocket can go for it.
    But on personal preference, with that price, I would go for Mazda 6.
  • 27 October 2014 - 08:54 PM
    ST69

    For those keen on the Mazda 3, 2.0 Sport. Test drove it today.�

    - Feels much livelier than then 1.5.�

    - Nice steering helm and meaty feel. (probably those 18 inchers had some contribution)

    - Good steering feedback.�

    - 18 inch rims with Dunlop Sport Maxx TT tyres, paddle shifters, boot lip spoiler (for sedan), dual exhausts (for hatch).�

    - every thing else that's good about the 1.5 Deluxe is carried over.�

    - $15,000 premium over the 1.5 deluxe. Maybe can bargain... haha

    - if it was launched 3 months ago, i would have bought it immediately. arghhhhh.....� [smallcry]

    Some pics:�

    COE already $ 10k more, its probably higher OMV. If its only $ 15k more, than its a good deal. Hmmm...wonder if I can trade-in.


  • 27 October 2014 - 10:02 PM
    xherion


    COE already $ 10k more, its probably higher OMV. If its only $ 15k more, than its a good deal. Hmmm...wonder if I can trade-in.


    Ha i thought u just got your M3 few months ago?
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