Any of you guys encounter clak clak sound at the back of the car whenever you first drive in the morning or after the car has cooled down for a long period of time. For my case, the car will 'clak' like three time.
Hello bros,
I just sent in my car for a check and the technician confirmed the sound is a normal. The sound will appear when I start the engine and press the accelerator. There will be 3x clak sound coming out from in front the driver. Thereafter, drive as per normal and no more sound.
At first I don't believe it is normal. Then I test drove another car and it has the same sound as well. In fact the sound for this car is louder than my car.
Seems that I'm the only one here to hear it. Either my hearing is too good or I'm too paranoid. Haha
Hi guys, anyone recently taken delivery of a new Mazda 3? what is the waiting time like? weeks? months? (from booking to delivery) Tks.
Hi guys, anyone recently taken delivery of a new Mazda 3? what is the waiting time like? weeks? months? (from booking to delivery) Tks.
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I guess you have to start counting from when you got the COE.
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For me, between COE - delivery is about 6 weeks. My COE is first FEB batch and I got my car in late March
Hi guys, anyone recently taken delivery of a new Mazda 3? what is the waiting time like? weeks? months? (from booking to delivery) Tks.
Mine is March batch, collection end April.
Any bro here install door edge guards (similar to the one in the attached picture) and/or boot/trunk mat? Any idea how much do they cost and where to get them?
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Thanks �in advance.
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thanks to all the bros that can make it today. cheers
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more to come!
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May I ask how much is the servicing (normal and major)?
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thanks to all the bros that can make it today. cheers
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more to come!
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Lol this is for insulator installation and not all of us (15 in total) was able to make it. I couldn't make it.
Eurokars organising a drive to Malacca and KL, 4D3N for new Mazda 3 owners. You should receive a mail in your letterbox. Anyone plan on going? Letter says first 30 cars to register.
Lol this is for insulator installation and not all of us (15 in total) was able to make it. I couldn't make it.
Bros, do share about the insulator quietness.
Thanks.
Bros, do share about the insulator quietness.
Thanks.
I do felt a slight sound reduction. It's more quite during initial pick up and slightly mask off the hi pitch during hi -rev around 3000rpm.
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My current ride is going to up for scrap by Jan 16... After looking through the various BnB cars in the market, Mazda 3 really stands out with all the features and MIJ quality.
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Will be looking at visiting the showroom soon.. Anyone has any lobangs to introduce? What should I ask for? Solar films? Reverse sensors? If I am trading in my car which is going to be scrapped soon, what's the additional discount?
Any particular workshops which you frequent which is value for money as I do not intend to see myself visiting the AD once the free servicings are utilised.�
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Thanks alot in advance. :) Sorry for asking so many questions.. Can't wait to be a Mazda owner.. Previously Nissan and currently Toyota owner.
Edited by Ivan_06, 21 April 2015 - 09:53 PM.
For the M3 Del�xe, you should able to get:What should I ask for? Solar films? Reverse sensors?
Reverse Sensor
Reverse Camera
Front HD Camcorder pre-mounted
Solar Films
Spare complete set of Floor Mats
Umbrella/Folder/IU-Cover
Mazda does not give the Breakdown Triangular Hazard Sign-Stand, so you should keep your old one if you have.
Any particular workshops which you frequent which is value for money as I do not intend to see myself visiting the AD once the free servicings are utilised.�
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Thanks alot in advance. :) Sorry for asking so many questions.. Can't wait to be a Mazda owner.. Previously Nissan and currently Toyota owner.
I left Toyota and joined the Mazda club too. I'd say that I have been loving my ride so far since collecting it in mid Dec '14. Except for some issues (with more fanciful electronic parts sure come issues) like heads up display screen not closing when engine is turned off, Mz Connect screen never power on when turn on engine, constant loud sounds from front wheels after driving in a storm, etc. But the overall drive of the new Mz3 is great. I have been achieving constant FC of ~15.8km/l on RON98 since I collected the car, which is better than my previous ride. I don't think it is recommended to bring to third party workshop at all as the engine oil used in the new Mz3 is unique and with so many electronic features like the i-Stop, I'd say I'd only trust the AD better!
For the M3 Del�xe, you should able to get:
Reverse Sensor
Reverse Camera
Front HD Camcorder pre-mounted
Solar Films
Spare complete set of Floor Mats
Umbrella/Folder/IU-Cover
Mazda does not give the Breakdown Triangular Hazard Sign-Stand, so you should keep your old one if you have.
Now Trans Eurokars give free front HD camcorder?! Last time I nego like mad also don't want to give. End up I installed by myself outside. Yeah the other items are quite standard freebies which they will give. I got all the others too. But they were quite stingy on the umbrella though. Say strictly 1 car 1 umbrella......
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I left Toyota and joined the Mazda club too. I'd say that I have been loving my ride so far since collecting it in mid Dec '14. Except for some issues (with more fanciful electronic parts sure come issues)
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You are very right. My previous one was Mazda 3SP Deluxe. Maintained by Mazda for 8 years before I traded it in. Yet the auto power window, driver's side, and folding mirror left side�were beginning to give trouble. Needed regular WD40 spraying!
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Wanted to book MZ3 Deluxe, but got scared by the numerous electronics! I certainly don't need the electric driver seat adjustments, as I'm the only driver. Auto headlights and wipers? Most probably needed to use this car for the whole�of 10 years before I could not drive ( that gives you a�hint of my age). But I still wanted a Mazda, as this is my 3rd Mazda, from 323.
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So decided on the Standard version. Much fewer electronics. Still the sun roof and the auto dimming rear view I can do without. I don't�even use the Bluetooth though I use smart phone. Just that I don't answer calls whilst driving.
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I hope I've made the right choice. I do miss the fog lights though. But tested it on a really dark kampong road near Desaru, on the way to the Floating seafood and firefly site. The headlights seemed adequate. So may have to wait till the warranty period is over to install the fog lights.
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You are very right. My previous one was Mazda 3SP Deluxe. Maintained by Mazda for 8 years before I traded it in. Yet the auto power window, driver's side, and folding mirror left side�were beginning to give trouble. Needed regular WD40 spraying!
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Wanted to book MZ3 Deluxe, but got scared by the numerous electronics! I certainly don't need the electric driver seat adjustments, as I'm the only driver. Auto headlights and wipers? Most probably needed to use this car for the whole�of 10 years before I could not drive ( that gives you a�hint of my age). But I still wanted a Mazda, as this is my 3rd Mazda, from 323.
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So decided on the Standard version. Much fewer electronics. Still the sun roof and the auto dimming rear view I can do without. I don't�even use the Bluetooth though I use smart phone. Just that I don't answer calls whilst driving.
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I hope I've made the right choice. I do miss the fog lights though. But tested it on a really dark kampong road near Desaru, on the way to the Floating seafood and firefly site. The headlights seemed adequate. So may have to wait till the warranty period is over to install the fog lights.
Huh?.. install fog light will void warranty? True? I won't buy any car which does that..
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You are very right. My previous one was Mazda 3SP Deluxe. Maintained by Mazda for 8 years before I traded it in. Yet the auto power window, driver's side, and folding mirror left side�were beginning to give trouble. Needed regular WD40 spraying!
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Wanted to book MZ3 Deluxe, but got scared by the numerous electronics! I certainly don't need the electric driver seat adjustments, as I'm the only driver. Auto headlights and wipers? Most probably needed to use this car for the whole�of 10 years before I could not drive ( that gives you a�hint of my age). But I still wanted a Mazda, as this is my 3rd Mazda, from 323.
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So decided on the Standard version. Much fewer electronics. Still the sun roof and the auto dimming rear view I can do without. I don't�even use the Bluetooth though I use smart phone. Just that I don't answer calls whilst driving.
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I hope I've made the right choice. I do miss the fog lights though. But tested it on a really dark kampong road near Desaru, on the way to the Floating seafood and firefly site. The headlights seemed adequate. So may have to wait till the warranty period is over to install the fog lights.
I share the same philosophy as you. Took the standard so that there will be less electronics to deal with. �I don't use GPS, rear camera etc. �Like you, I also don't use the bluetooth or sun roof. �I like my cars to be mechanically simple - less to go wrong.
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You are very right. My previous one was Mazda 3SP Deluxe. Maintained by Mazda for 8 years before I traded it in. Yet the auto power window, driver's side, and folding mirror left side�were beginning to give trouble. Needed regular WD40 spraying!
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Wanted to book MZ3 Deluxe, but got scared by the numerous electronics! I certainly don't need the electric driver seat adjustments, as I'm the only driver. Auto headlights and wipers? Most probably needed to use this car for the whole�of 10 years before I could not drive ( that gives you a�hint of my age). But I still wanted a Mazda, as this is my 3rd Mazda, from 323.
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So decided on the Standard version. Much fewer electronics. Still the sun roof and the auto dimming rear view I can do without. I don't�even use the Bluetooth though I use smart phone. Just that I don't answer calls whilst driving.
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I hope I've made the right choice. I do miss the fog lights though. But tested it on a really dark kampong road near Desaru, on the way to the Floating seafood and firefly site. The headlights seemed adequate. So may have to wait till the warranty period is over to install the fog lights.
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Does the standard model come with iEloop & iStop?
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Does the standard model come with iEloop & iStop?
Yup. �Standard models comes with both, and sun roof too.
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still waiting for my COE. 3rd bid today unsuccessful although Mazda raised the bid
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Does the standard model come with iEloop & iStop?
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A Malaysian Mazda fan friend, told me that the Malaysian version does not have iStop. Seems that they don't like it as they drive along highways anyway. Also perhaps to cut costs. Mazda 3 is assembled by BMW in Malaysia, he said.
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But then, most of the time( when I remember ) I also turn off the iStop. Unfortunately it comes on automatically each time the engine is turned on. I would prefer the other way round where I would choose to turn it on. It's�a case of personal preference, I supposed. But should petrol price jump sky high, then maybe I'll appreciate the way it is now.
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The conversation came about because I enquired about Mazda JB. I was thinking that after the warranty period, to do the servicing in JB, which would be much cheaper. Since it is still a long way from now, will find out more.
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Many Singaporeans are now doing Toyota servicing ( especially those parallel imported Toyotas like Allion and Wish, at Toyota JB, near Tesco Extra and Aeon Tebrau ( formerly Jusco ). Nearby is also Autobacs.
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As for fog lights, it seems it will not void warranty if Eurokars fix them, with the original parts from Japan. Perhaps it is because of the wiring involved. But for Eurokars to fix, the cost is very high, for something one needs only occasionally.
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still waiting for my COE. 3rd bid today unsuccessful although Mazda raised the bid
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Next bidding will see many more COEs. May you get yours then. All the best. It's a nice feeling to see more Mazdas on the road.
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There were times when along the North - South Highway, when a Mazda passed by, we gave each other a hand wave! Nice feelings.
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Chatted with my SE last night. Told him that Mazda was popular in Iran. Seemed that it has a production factory there.
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Told him that Ahura Mazda is actually the Zoroastrianism God. The main religion of the ancient Persian ( Iranian ). There are still many of them. Visited the Fire Temple.�
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In Iran I told the guide of the car name, coming from Matsuda. He didn't know that.
still waiting for my COE. 3rd bid today unsuccessful although Mazda raised the bid
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Hmmm at least your SE got update you.
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I wonder is it cos lately Mazda 3 sales are very good, that's why they are not so enthusiastic already.
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Hmmm at least your SE got update you.
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My SE doesn't even get back to me despite me taking the initiative to enquire on the bidding results.�
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I wonder is it cos lately Mazda 3 sales are very good, that's why they are not so enthusiastic already.
You can check if Mazda bid for you, whether you got it and how much they bid for COE yourself! Just go to the LTA website.
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Hmmm at least your SE got update you.
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My SE doesn't even get back to me despite me taking the initiative to enquire on the bidding results.�
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I wonder is it cos lately Mazda 3 sales are very good, that's why they are not so enthusiastic already.
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Basically, priority given to orders where they hv the best margins, those under guaranteed COEs.�
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And you are right too, they have a big backlog of orders. Notice now, tthe pkg doesn't come with 3 yrs free servicing.�
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You are very right. My previous one was Mazda 3SP Deluxe. Maintained by Mazda for 8 years before I traded it in. Yet the auto power window, driver's side, and folding mirror left side�were beginning to give trouble. Needed regular WD40 spraying!
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Wanted to book MZ3 Deluxe, but got scared by the numerous electronics! I certainly don't need the electric driver seat adjustments, as I'm the only driver. Auto headlights and wipers? Most probably needed to use this car for the whole�of 10 years before I could not drive ( that gives you a�hint of my age). But I still wanted a Mazda, as this is my 3rd Mazda, from 323.
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So decided on the Standard version. Much fewer electronics. Still the sun roof and the auto dimming rear view I can do without. I don't�even use the Bluetooth though I use smart phone. Just that I don't answer calls whilst driving.
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I hope I've made the right choice. I do miss the fog lights though. But tested it on a really dark kampong road near Desaru, on the way to the Floating seafood and firefly site. The headlights seemed adequate. So may have to wait till the warranty period is over to install the fog lights.
I've seen video/other forum on how to install fog lamp. All cables are already there, just a matter of plug and play. The only difficult part is to swap the car light switch that comes with the light and fog light switch.
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Just do a search online.�
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Hmmm at least your SE got update you.
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My SE doesn't even get back to me despite me taking the initiative to enquire on the bidding results.�
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I wonder is it cos lately Mazda 3 sales are very good, that's why they are not so enthusiastic already.
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I check via https://ocoe.lta.gov.sg myself for all the bids. My SE did sms to tell me unsuccessful after every bid.
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1st Bid: $64600
COE: $64700
Eurokars chasing until 3.50pm then give up
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2nd Bid: $63000
COE: $67749
Eurokars gave up at 2pm
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3rd bid: $66500
COE: $67601
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After the 1st bid (which missed by $100), I was thinking if Eurokars will allow me to top up $100 at the last min to secure the COE. For the 3rd bid, I sms the SE to ask if they can top up the bid 1.2k to secure the COE and I will pay for this difference. Sad to say, he told me this is not possible.
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Anyone got refunded the deposit after 6 failed bids by Eurokar?
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I check via https://ocoe.lta.gov.sg myself for all the bids. My SE did sms to tell me unsuccessful after every bid.
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1st Bid: $64600
COE: $64700
Eurokars chasing until 3.50pm then give up
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2nd Bid: $63000
COE: $67749
Eurokars gave up at 2pm
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3rd bid: $66500
COE: $67601
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After the 1st bid (which missed by $100), I was thinking if Eurokars will allow me to top up $100 at the last min to secure the COE. For the 3rd bid, I sms the SE to ask if they can top up the bid 1.2k to secure the COE and I will pay for this difference. Sad to say, he told me this is not possible.
Ridiculous right? $100. Wonder why not possible. Is it an internal policy? Mine same case. Missed by marginal amount. Refused to let me top up. Then got to wait for a few more bids and when they finally got it, the amount was 4k lesser than when I wanted to top up that few hundred bucks.
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I've seen video/other forum on how to install fog lamp. All cables are already there, just a matter of plug and play. The only difficult part is to swap the car light switch that comes with the light and fog light switch.
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Just do a search online.�
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This guy made it look all too easy. Must�be quite experienced. I'm not so ambitious though. Prefer to use professional help.
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Will wait till the price of installation etc come down. It will when the model becomes popular.
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So all those waiting for their Mazda 3 Standard: `May you get your COEs very soon!'
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I wonder is it cos lately Mazda 3 sales are very good, that's why they are not so enthusiastic already.
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Two possibilities. They could be revising their bids in a hurry during the last few minutes, and couldn't revise yours in time.
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They are waiting for May to July bidding for more COEs thus could bid lower. Higher profit margin.
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I check via https://ocoe.lta.gov.sg myself for all the bids. My SE did sms to tell me unsuccessful after every bid.
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1st Bid: $64600
COE: $64700
Eurokars chasing until 3.50pm then give up
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2nd Bid: $63000
COE: $67749
Eurokars gave up at 2pm
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3rd bid: $66500
COE: $67601
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After the 1st bid (which missed by $100), I was thinking if Eurokars will allow me to top up $100 at the last min to secure the COE. For the 3rd bid, I sms the SE to ask if they can top up the bid 1.2k to secure the COE and I will pay for this difference. Sad to say, he told me this is not possible.
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Just curious, when you booked your car, what was the price? �
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Basically, priority given to orders where they hv the best margins, those under guaranteed COEs.�
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And you are right too, they have a big backlog of orders. Notice now, tthe pkg doesn't come with 3 yrs free servicing.�
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Don't have 3 years free servicing leh. �I only got first 3 free service free.
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Just curious, when you booked your car, what was the price? �
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Don't have 3 years free servicing leh. �I only got first 3 free service free.
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yeah...strong order book, so no need to give 3 yrs free svc, which they did a few mths back.�
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Don't have 3 years free servicing leh. �I only got first 3 free service free.
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Me too, sigh! Only 3 free servicing.
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Just watched the `the scam on YouTube: Oil change scam: Hidden camera investigation on what really happens to your car (CBC Marketplace)
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Just wondering, what if car�agents use the same scam? How can we protect ourselves, unless we know how to do it and check ourselves?
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May have to attend AAS workshop on car maintenance. Another `sigh'!
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Me too, sigh! Only 3 free servicing.
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Just watched the `the scam on YouTube: Oil change scam: Hidden camera investigation on what really happens to your car (CBC Marketplace)
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Just wondering, what if car�agents use the same scam? How can we protect ourselves, unless we know how to do it and check ourselves?
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May have to attend AAS workshop on car maintenance. Another `sigh'!
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I always feel Jap/Kor ADs are scammers when it comes to servicing. �The 5K servicing interval is to milk your money. �You have to follow otherwise it will void your warranty. �You can never find any 5K service interval stated in any operation manual.
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I always feel Jap/Kor ADs are scammers when it comes to servicing. �The 5K servicing interval is to milk your money. �You have to follow otherwise it will void your warranty. �You can never find any 5K service interval stated in any operation manual.
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Nowadays, using synthetic oils, svc intervals are at 10k (though fully synthetic oils actually has a much longer lifespan, based on normal on usage). Oil filters though needed at be replaced every 10k.
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I think ADs are unlikely to be scammers as they hv a reputation to keep & their distributorship at stake, otherwise, can also complain to Mz Jpn directly. Though, I wouldn't say the same for those w/s that offer cheap svc packages.
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That's why I rather pay abit more for AD w/s.
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If you can DIY, after warranty, you can change oil filter on your own every 10k, & send to w/s every 20k.
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Anyone got refunded the deposit after 6 failed bids by Eurokar?
Yah, I'm curious too, did anyone fail after 6 bids and got their back the $10700? I'm 4 bids down, 2 more to go with the higher quota next month though I'm not�harbouring much hope, already thinking about which alternative car to get..
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Don't have 3 years free servicing leh. �I only got first 3 free service free.
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I booked my car at $107,000 with 3 years servicing. COE that time is 61k
Thank you everyone.. I am really tempted by the offer at expo this weekend. Still considering as my ride will expire Mid Jan 16... Should I go for it now..
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How much is the Mazda 3 Deluxe model for this promotion with the freebies?
Yah, I'm curious too, did anyone fail after 6 bids and got their back the $10700? I'm 4 bids down, 2 more to go with the higher quota next month though I'm not�harbouring much hope, already thinking about which alternative car to get..
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How much did you book your car?
clarkkent yours is non guarantee right. So did you manage to secure your coe?
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Mine is non guarantee. 3rd bid unsuccessful. Hopefully I will get the COE in May bid
Thank you everyone.. I am really tempted by the offer at expo this weekend. Still considering as my ride will expire Mid Jan 16... Should I go for it now..
where did you see this?
Clarkkent, my package was quite confusing, including over trade of 5k shld be around 105k, definitely lesser than yours and the past failed bids eurkars only put in bids of 50+ k for me, quite unlikely I will get in the final 2 bids. I wonder how the refund of deposit will work, it's gg to be troublesome for me as I charged through credit card.
Price is the best after CNY when COE is 57k. I had not test drive Mazda 3 then and was unable to commit. I immediately booked after COE went up to 61k and Eurokar maintained the price. I also trade in my car �which is scrapping in Jun this year�for 5k additional discount.
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Did you order the soul red color and does your package include 3 years servicing? How old is the car you are trading in?
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If so, then your order is about 2-3k cheaper than mine. Wonder why they only bid 50+k for your COE.
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My theory is that Eurokar needs to maintain profit of 8-10k per Mazda 3 to pay for the fancy showroom, salesman commission, warranty, marketing (huge cost for those ads every Sat).
where did you see this?
It is published in yesterday newspaper.
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Edited by clarkkent, 25 April 2015 - 10:26 AM.
My current car still hav 2.5 years to go so I might just continue driving it or maybe buy a Vezel when coe situation improves.
So is there anyone here who got refunded before?
Oh ya, not soul red and yes, 3 yr servicing n 3+2 years warranty.
I didn't commit in time for 61k COE but immediately placed a deposit after that. No trade in due to extreme low offer for my current ride (<5k at least if you don't include over trade). I get the 6 bids guaranteed COE and managed to get it on the first bid. I remember the reserve it's about 66k plus region. Don't want to get my SE into trouble so I won't include the final price here. Overall I am pleased with the final package. My SE, not very pleased lol.Price is the best after CNY when COE is 57k. I had not test drive Mazda 3 then and was unable to commit. I immediately booked after COE went up to 61k and Eurokar maintained the price. I also trade in my car �which is scrapping in Jun this year�for 5k additional discount.
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Did you order the soul red color and does your package include 3 years servicing? How old is the car you are trading in?
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If so, then your order is about 2-3k cheaper than mine. Wonder why they only bid 50+k for your COE.
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My theory is that Eurokar needs to maintain profit of 8-10k per Mazda 3 to pay for the fancy showroom, salesman commission, warranty, marketing (huge cost for those ads every Sat).
It is published in yesterday newspaper.
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sgcarmart should have the same ads
Edited by Taeyu, 25 April 2015 - 03:21 PM.
Traded in my hatchback impreza 1.5r for this Mazda 3 sedan.
Hoping that I will like the new drive. Been too used to manual AWD that has been pretty engaging....
But wife likes the Mazda interior so go with wife preference hehe!
I didn't commit in time for 61k COE but immediately placed a deposit after that. No trade in due to extreme low offer for my current ride (<5k at least if you don't include over trade). I get the 6 bids guaranteed COE and managed to get it on the first bid. I remember the reserve it's about 66k plus region. Don't want to get my SE into trouble so I won't include the final price here. Overall I am pleased with the final package. My SE, not very pleased lol.
If current ride left with only 8 months and agent gives additional 2.5k discount.. Is this considered good deal? My car is only a vios.
Hello people... I am very tempted to get the Mazda 3. The agent who serviced me gave me a super good package.. The total discount is quite unbelievable. Is it common that sales people can give higher discounts than originally quoted in the price list? :)
If current ride left with only 8 months and agent gives additional 2.5k discount.. Is this considered good deal? My car is only a vios.
"Good" deals depend on individual. The AD has many factors to play with. Sometimes when you ask for discount they will withdraw certain terms. Just be careful of that. For me the 3+2 years extended warranty is necessary as skyactiv is new. After all, this technology just launched last year.
Hello people... I am very tempted to get the Mazda 3. The agent who serviced me gave me a super good package.. The total discount is quite unbelievable. Is it common that sales people can give higher discounts than originally quoted in the price list? :)
If current ride left with only 8 months and agent gives additional 2.5k discount.. Is this considered good deal? My car is only a vios.
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I was driving vio as well (expiring Jun this year) and the overtrade discount is 5k.�If your SE is giving you additional 2.5k discount on top of 5k overtrade discount, it is a good deal. If not, no.
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The SE is also able to give 1k additional loyalty discount if you are driving a Mazda
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I was driving vio as well (expiring Jun this year) and the overtrade discount is 5k.�If your SE is giving you additional 2.5k discount on top of 5k overtrade discount, it is a good deal. If not, no.
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The SE is also able to give 1k additional loyalty discount if you are driving a Mazda
Your ride expiring in Jun? You have 3 more bids left for unguaranteed COE? You have plan B?
Yah, I got it after cny when the coe was 57k so was slightly cheaper. Was v disappointed with eurkars when they could hav bidded for the 61k round but chose not to in order to try for bigger margin in subsequent biddings and the situation just got worse. Seriously I'm not having high hopes for the remaining 2 bids.
My current car still hav 2.5 years to go so I might just continue driving it or maybe buy a Vezel when coe situation improves.
So is there anyone here who got refunded before?
Oh ya, not soul red and yes, 3 yr servicing n 3+2 years warranty.
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You and�Singxmm�(he got his mazda 3 standard at 95k) both got it after CNY. So both of you will likely be the first to test the refund system of Eurokar for Mazda 3.
Your ride expiring in Jun? You have 3 more bids left for unguaranteed COE? You have plan B?
My last bid will be the first bid of Jun. My COE ends 31st Jun 2015.
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If I don't get at my last bid, it will mean that COE has crossed the 70k mark.
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Haha I will probably go with BMW - TX series (Bus MRT Walk Taxi) until end of the year and hopefully the price will stabilise with the increase COE quota.
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However, I may not choose Mazda 3 then. May consider Ford Focus or Vezel or Kia K3
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I was driving vio as well (expiring Jun this year) and the overtrade discount is 5k.�If your SE is giving you additional 2.5k discount on top of 5k overtrade discount, it is a good deal. If not, no.
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Overtrade discount??? How does it work?? Gee, like this I need to reassess my sums.. As the CEVS discount will just drop by 5k from July onwards..
I want to loan the bare minimum sum.. So the overtrade is thanks but no thanks.
I will take the upfront discount of $2.5k for trade in anything, considering my ride expires in 8 months time. Went to hyundai who told me no additional discount, even trade in old car also no discount. I walked out man. No wonder hyundai is so empty.
Saw the overtrade thing. Chey it's not discount, it's a mean to get you to pay more interest as less cash is required up front.
I want to loan the bare minimum sum.. So the overtrade is thanks but no thanks.
I will take the upfront discount of $2.5k for trade in anything, considering my ride expires in 8 months time. Went to hyundai who told me no additional discount, even trade in old car also no discount. I walked out man. No wonder hyundai is so empty.
Maybe I misunderstood but the 5k over trade deduct from the listed price. How does it get you to pay more interest?
Saw the overtrade thing. Chey it's not discount, it's a mean to get you to pay more interest as less cash is required up front.
I want to loan the bare minimum sum.. So the overtrade is thanks but no thanks.
I will take the upfront discount of $2.5k for trade in anything, considering my ride expires in 8 months time. Went to hyundai who told me no additional discount, even trade in old car also no discount. I walked out man. No wonder hyundai is so empty.
If you does not have enough cash, overtrade is a way to help you loan more with less cash upfront.
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If you have enough cash, overtrade works the same way as outright discount.
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The only thing tie to your loan amount is the additional discount ($1.5k) for in-house loan which requires minimum 60k loan and 60 months.
Trans Eurokars charges higher car price premium around 30%, is Mazda 3 still worth buying?
I bought my mazda 3 standard for $98,300 on 15 Feb, got my COE ($57k) on 17 Feb. I took the car on 4 Mar. I realized now that I'm very fortunate and blessed to have had a smooth process from downpayment to collection in 3 weeks.
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While the car isn't perfect in all aspects (I found that the fuel consumption is around 7.3L/100km, not 5.7L/100km as advertised), overall it is OK. I can't think of any entry-level sedan that I would buy at the moment - the M3 really looks the best among all.
List price from Trans Euroka for Mazda 3 standard during 15 feb is 116,800. Wonder how you manage to get discount as much as 18,500.I bought my mazda 3 standard for $98,300 on 15 Feb, got my COE ($57k) on 17 Feb. I took the car on 4 Mar. I realized now that I'm very fortunate and blessed to have had a smooth process from downpayment to collection in 3 weeks.
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While the car isn't perfect in all aspects (I found that the fuel consumption is around 7.3L/100km, not 5.7L/100km as advertised), overall it is OK. I can't think of any entry-level sedan that I would buy at the moment - the M3 really looks the best among all.
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I bought my mazda 3 standard for $98,300 on 15 Feb, got my COE ($57k) on 17 Feb. I took the car on 4 Mar. I realized now that I'm very fortunate and blessed to have had a smooth process from downpayment to collection in 3 weeks.
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While the car isn't perfect in all aspects (I found that the fuel consumption is around 7.3L/100km, not 5.7L/100km as advertised), overall it is OK. I can't think of any entry-level sedan that I would buy at the moment - the M3 really looks the best among all.
Minus 20% off from the spec is very normal...your fc is norm...
List price from Trans Euroka for Mazda 3 standard during 15 feb is 116,800. Wonder how you manage to get discount as much as 18,500.
I am not talking cock, it's really true. I�got a good deal, but I think others got it lower. Someone in this forum said he booked his M3 at 95k.
I bought my mazda 3 standard for $98,300 on 15 Feb, got my COE ($57k) on 17 Feb. I took the car on 4 Mar. I realized now that I'm very fortunate and blessed to have had a smooth process from downpayment to collection in 3 weeks.
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While the car isn't perfect in all aspects (I found that the fuel consumption is around 7.3L/100km, not 5.7L/100km as advertised), overall it is OK. I can't think of any entry-level sedan that I would buy at the moment - the M3 really looks the best among all.
Is the engine run in yet? Some bros said that between 5k to 10k the FC dropped closer to 5.7l/100km.
Is it demo unit?
Is the engine run in yet? Some bros said that between 5k to 10k the FC dropped closer to 5.7l/100km.
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Nope, new unit.
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You're right, i'm now at the 3k+, haven't gone for the 5k servicing. it would be good if what you say abt the FC is true, when it hits 10k.
Just purchased my new mazda3 deluxe last week and will be collecting my car this coming weekend. Great to join the Mazda family! Got my car at 113k and manage to nego with my guy to down payment till monthly payment of
Hi all!
Just purchased my new mazda3 deluxe last week and will be collecting my car this coming weekend. Great to join the Mazda family! Got my car at 113k and manage to nego with my guy to down payment till monthly payment of <1k. (With a trade in of 19k).
One question to all of u guys here. I know there are lots of thread talking about paint protection in this forum,been reading thru all of it past days but still have some questions about them.
understand in the order of popularity or latest technology,it's WAX - protection film - glass coating then ceramic.
But what's the main different between glass and ceramic? (Less the price)
Both are nano-tech both able to provide 9h thickness, so in term of budget I'm more leaning towards glass.
Maybe I can hear what most of u seniors been using or your valued feedback on various protection system.
Looking forward for your replies. Cheers.
Hi all!
Just purchased my new mazda3 deluxe last week and will be collecting my car this coming weekend. Great to join the Mazda family! Got my car at 113k and manage to nego with my guy to down payment till monthly payment of
Hi all!
Just purchased my new mazda3 deluxe last week and will be collecting my car this coming weekend. Great to join the Mazda family! Got my car at 113k and manage to nego with my guy to down payment till monthly payment of <1k. (With a trade in of 19k).
One question to all of u guys here. I know there are lots of thread talking about paint protection in this forum,been reading thru all of it past days but still have some questions about them.
understand in the order of popularity or latest technology,it's WAX - protection film - glass coating then ceramic.
But what's the main different between glass and ceramic? (Less the price)
Both are nano-tech both able to provide 9h thickness, so in term of budget I'm more leaning towards glass.
Maybe I can hear what most of u seniors been using or your valued feedback on various protection system.
Looking forward for your replies. Cheers.
Sounds like u got a good deal. I got mine at 115k. Maybe because my trade in vehicle is manual couldn't get a better pricing. Im getting my car next Saturday too!
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"Good" deals depend on individual. The AD has many factors to play with. Sometimes when you ask for discount they will withdraw certain terms. Just be careful of that. For me the 3+2 years extended warranty is necessary as skyactiv is new. After all, this technology just launched last year.���������������
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It's not a new technology, but what�are already known separately. Only Mazda put them all together in one.
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Sadly, I got just the 3 year warranty. Hopefully it's enough.
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Should have waited for the Car Show offer. But then who can tell which way the COE will go.
My back up is to do any repair at Mazda JB, after the warranty period.
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Will inform how that would be when I have had the experience, but will have to wait for almost 3 years from now, and hopefully never have to do so! My previous ride's major repairs for Mazda3 SP Deluxe was a change of the exhaust sensor ( which caused the engine warning light to come on ) and replacement of the air con compressor, after more than 7 years.
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Just purchased my new mazda3 deluxe last week and will be collecting my car this coming weekend. Great to join the Mazda family! Got my car at 113k and manage to nego with my guy to down payment till monthly payment of <1k. (With a trade in of 19k).
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Does the 113k include the 19k trade in? Looks like you got the COE on the first try.
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Just after CNY there was an offer of the deluxe showroom model at 109k, after overtrade. Seemed that the person who bought it ( someone I know ) got the COE at first bid. Mazda bidded quite aggressively to get the COE for him.
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After looking at his ride, felt kind of envious. Should have got that instead of my Standard edition. hehehehehheh. But I'm happy with my ride, with less electronics.
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One question to all of u guys here. I know there are lots of thread talking about paint protection in this forum,been reading thru all of it past days but still have some questions about them.
understand in the order of popularity or latest technology,it's WAX - protection film - glass coating then ceramic.
But what's the main different between glass and ceramic? (Less the price)
Both are nano-tech both able to provide 9h thickness, so in term of budget I'm more leaning towards glass.
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I don't know the details of the paint protection. What I did was becoming a member of Shine Shine Car Grooming in JB. The one I went to was located at Tesco Extra Tebrau, just next to AEON, formerly Jusco.
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My previous ride was with Cars' International located at AEON.
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I paid RM$1300/- to be a member. For that I got 4 times of the 4-layer polishing, waxing and coatings, and 4 times interior cleaning and grooming, to spread over 2 years of membership.
For extra washings it was formerly at RM$8 per wash and interior vacuuming, now RM$9 due to GST. For extra waxing it was formerly at RM$30, now RM$32 I think. Haven't gone for that waxing yet, as the first 4 layer treatment is still holding up well, after 1and a half month. Will go again for that treatment after 6 months.
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So for slightly less than SGD$500, my ride's exterior and interior should be fine for 2 years. The extra perk is that they take good care of my ride while I go shopping.
When I traded in my previous ride after 8 years, the original paintwork was still very good.
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I hope that helps.
Though there is 1.5k rebate for in house loan, but the interest rate is higher, which is more worth?
Trans Eurokars charges higher car price premium around 30%, is Mazda 3 still worth buying?
In house loan should be 2.28% compare to Citibank 1.48%
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Assuming your loan is 60k over 5 years, the difference is 2.4k
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Eurokar is giving you discount of 1.5k for in house loan so the difference is $900
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After the various discount, the car premium is definitely not 30%. Probably around 15-20% depending on how much the COE cost.
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Higher than what Toyota Altis and Nissan Slyphy but you get a made in Japan car vs made in Thailand.
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Question is whether you feel this additional premium is worth it after test driving the car. I feel it is better than Kia 3 and Altis hence I place the order.
No lah the CNY Mazda 3 promo was 107k before any discounts..
Oh I see. Thought can bargain to have such a big discount.
No lah the CNY Mazda 3 promo was 107k before any discounts..
Nope, you're wrong. When i booked on 15 feb, the list price was still at 116k. It went lower only after CNY.
Bought the standard cos i didn't feel all the additional features of the deluxe I was worth the 8-10k premium.
In house loan should be 2.28% compare to Citibank 1.48%
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Assuming your loan is 60k over 5 years, the difference is 2.4k
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Eurokar is giving you discount of 1.5k for in house loan so the difference is $900
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After the various discount, the car premium is definitely not 30%. Probably around 15-20% depending on how much the COE cost.
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Higher than what Toyota Altis and Nissan Slyphy but you get a made in Japan car vs made in Thailand.
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Question is whether you feel this additional premium is worth it after test driving the car. I feel it is better than Kia 3 and Altis hence I place the order.
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so if I intend to loan 80k, I am better off to go for Citibank? Any idea will�it be troublesome on paper work w/o taking their inhouse financing loan? Can the SE help us on applying Citibank financing? ty
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Nope, new unit.
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You're right, i'm now at the 3k+, haven't gone for the 5k servicing. it would be good if what you say abt the FC is true, when it hits 10k.
I constantly get between 5.2 to 5.8 L/100km. But I notice that you need to be light footed to acheive this and traveling at around 100km/h burns 6.x L/km. So if u go at high speed, it will be difficult to get good mileage. The economical speed is around 60-90km/h.
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Just my experience driving the M3 since late October. �Great feel, minimal body roll. �FC is great but I don't think I can get 5.7 L/100km based on short distance travel and with many stops. �You can get that kind of FC (5.7) if you drive on expressways consistently.
DesmondCheong. Don't think about the 2k. My friend got it at 116k. So yours cheaper! Lol. What colour u got for exterior and interior? Drive safe:)
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Just my experience driving the M3 since late October. �Great feel, minimal body roll. �FC is great but I don't think I can get 5.7 L/100km based on short distance travel and with many stops. �You can get that kind of FC (5.7) if you drive on expressways consistently.
Thing is, we were told that it was 5.7L/100k at the showroom. And they said this was for MIXED, not expressway driving.
Thing is, we were told that it was 5.7L/100k at the showroom. And they said this was for MIXED, not expressway driving.
Pls lah. In real life conditions you cannot expect consumption to be listed figures.
Pls lah. In real life conditions you cannot expect consumption to be listed figures.
Mazda car are not known to be frugal.
Use to drive Mazda 323 n Mazda 3. Even with SkyActiv Technology I think the consumption figure offered by AD is stretched.
always discount off 30%
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Thing is, we were told that it was 5.7L/100k at the showroom. And they said this was for MIXED, not expressway driving.
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No, Citibank 1.48% is self application. I called in once. You have to apply first to get the IPA (In Principle Approval) then put the deposit with Mazda (10.7k) and with the details submit again online. After that once approved the bank will dispatch the funds to Mazda. I just get the in house loan. The difference with the in house discount was less than a thousand. I let my SE earn the commission.�
so if I intend to loan 80k, I am better off to go for Citibank? Any idea will�it be troublesome on paper work w/o taking their inhouse financing loan? Can the SE help us on applying Citibank financing? ty
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so if I intend to loan 80k, I am better off to go for Citibank? Any idea will�it be troublesome on paper work w/o taking their inhouse financing loan? Can the SE help us on applying Citibank financing? ty
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For 80k loan over 5 years, the difference between in house loan and citibank direct loan is $3.2k
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Given the in house loan discount of 1.5k, the difference is 1.7k.
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If you do no want the hassle of taking the loan directly, why not consider asking your SE to up your discount from 1.5k to 2.5k since you are loaning more.
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They may give you and both parties benefit from the arrangement
No, Citibank 1.48% is self application. I called in once. You have to apply first to get the IPA (In Principle Approval) then put the deposit with Mazda (10.7k) and with the details submit again online. After that once approved the bank will dispatch the funds to Mazda. I just get the in house loan. The difference with the in house discount was less than a thousand. I let my SE earn the commission.
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1.48% is really low.
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Cheaper to take a loan for a car than a house.
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For 80k loan over 5 years, the difference between in house loan and citibank direct loan is $3.2k
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Given the in house loan discount of 1.5k, the difference is 1.7k.
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If you do no want the hassle of taking the loan directly, why not consider asking your SE to up your discount from 1.5k to 2.5k since you are loaning more.
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Good idea. why I didn't think of that before? Thx for the advise
Sobriquet. 113 does not inclues the 19k trade in. Thanks for the feedback. I stay in the east. I think I will be too lazy to drive up north for the appt. :) I got a appt with groomerslab for their glass coating. Talk to them thru phone. Sound very genuine and Facebook shows positive review by their customers. They only do one car per day and are fully book almost the whole may. Will feedback u guys once I got the treatment. :)
DesmondCheong. Don't think about the 2k. My friend got it at 116k. So yours cheaper! Lol. What colour u got for exterior and interior? Drive safe:)
Got the titanium flash mica with black interior :)
Looks like many more Mazda3 �being bought.
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Yesterday at Punggol Settlement alone, I saw a almost complete range of Mazda 3 colours. There are
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Deep Blue (mine lol)
Mica Blue
Black
White (dunno what white)
Red
Silver type
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and also on the way back, saw a Titanium Flash to complete it. Lol
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Just my experience driving the M3 since late October. �Great feel, minimal body roll. �FC is great but I don't think I can get 5.7 L/100km based on short distance travel and with many stops. �You can get that kind of FC (5.7) if you drive on expressways consistently.
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I got mine mid Nov last year. 5.7L/100 km is practically impossible. I'm getting around 7.1 to 7.7L/100 km. My worst is 1 full tank, only 480km.
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All the car manufacturer exaggerated the FC.
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http://www.autoblog....l-compensate-o/
Looks like many more Mazda3 �being bought.
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Yesterday at Punggol Settlement alone, I saw a almost complete range of Mazda 3 colours. There are
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Deep Blue (mine lol)
Mica Blue
Black
White (dunno what white)
Red
Silver type
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yes, all in the same car park...maybe some forumers having a gathering there?...
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and also on the way back, saw a Titanium Flash to complete it. Lol
Yeah agree. Seems that sales have been very good for the Mz3 lately. I was quite pissed off when calling Ubi service centre few days ago to book my 10k km servicing. The earliest date was 1 month later in mid-May! I asked them is it because car sales have been good for them, they tell me yes but also becos their service centre in Ubi undergoing renovation. When i did my 1k km servicing, waiting time was few days, 5k km servicing was a week, now 1 month. Seriously a joke!
Yeah agree. Seems that sales have been very good for the Mz3 lately. I was quite pissed off when calling Ubi service centre few days ago to book my 10k km servicing. The earliest date was 1 month later in mid-May! I asked them is it because car sales have been good for them, they tell me yes but also becos their service centre in Ubi undergoing renovation. When i did my 1k km servicing, waiting time was few days, 5k km servicing was a week, now 1 month. Seriously a joke!
Chill bro, what to do, no choice already! Lun for 3/5 years then ban them lol! We are already at their mercy!
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I got mine mid Nov last year. 5.7L/100 km is practically impossible. I'm getting around 7.1 to 7.7L/100 km. My worst is 1 full tank, only 480km.
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of course it is impossible. �I am happy to just get anything less than 8L/100 km. �I am not very light footed plus I turn off the iStop. �So, anything less than 8L is good enough for me.
Just curious, why do most turn off iStop?
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I check via https://ocoe.lta.gov.sg myself for all the bids. My SE did sms to tell me unsuccessful after every bid.
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1st Bid: $64600
COE: $64700
Eurokars chasing until 3.50pm then give up
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2nd Bid: $63000
COE: $67749
Eurokars gave up at 2pm
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3rd bid: $66500
COE: $67601
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After the 1st bid (which missed by $100), I was thinking if Eurokars will allow me to top up $100 at the last min to secure the COE. For the 3rd bid, I sms the SE to ask if they can top up the bid 1.2k to secure the COE and I will pay for this difference. Sad to say, he told me this is not possible.
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And thanks to ST69 and Taeyu too!
Just curious, why do most turn off iStop?
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I think its a matter of getting used to it. If you can control brake pressure, there's no need to turn off.
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Now, I am so used to it that without the iStop coming in, I thot something is wrong with the car.
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In fact, during my last 10k svc, I told Mz that the iStop seems not working like it was when I first got it.
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Now, in the mornings, the system needs to be driven like 10 to 15mins before iStop can function (abt 10mins if headlights off).
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Mazda car are not known to be frugal.
Use to drive Mazda 323 n Mazda 3. Even with SkyActiv Technology I think the consumption figure offered by AD is stretched.
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I agree Mz cars are not known to be frugal. Used to drive 626, MPV, mx5 then break for 10 yrs fr Mz. Now, back b'cos of this new design & system & the rave reviews.
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I am not light footed, and normally only 10% highway driving, so far having done 10k km, it averaged 7.5L/100km. Really cannot complain.
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I agree Mz cars are not known to be frugal. Used to drive 626, MPV, mx5 then break for 10 yrs fr Mz. Now, back b'cos of this new design & system & the rave reviews.
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I am not light footed, and normally only 10% highway driving, so far having done 10k km, it averaged 7.5L/100km. Really cannot complain.
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Hahahahah agreed...
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My previous ride Toyota Allion. Still champion. Full tank 800km. Average 15km per litre... altho they claim 18km per litre...
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My previous ride Toyota Allion. Still champion. Full tank 800km. Average 15km per litre... altho they claim 18km per litre...
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wow...thats excellent...maybe you shd stick with toyota, maybe altis can gv you the same fc.
wow...thats excellent...maybe you shd stick with toyota, maybe altis can gv you the same fc.
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I constantly get between 5.2 to 5.8 L/100km. But I notice that you need to be light footed to acheive this and traveling at around 100km/h burns 6.x L/km. So if u go at high speed, it will be difficult to get good mileage. The economical speed is around 60-90km/h.
Your fuel consumption is amazing. I'm light footed and drives 70% highway but only achieve 6.2-6.5 L/100km.
Chill bro, what to do, no choice already! Lun for 3/5 years then ban them lol! We are already at their mercy!
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Agree on this!
Just curious, why do most turn off iStop?
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Probably vary of the wear and tear that could be brought about through�the start/stop? I only step harder on the brakes when I know the wait will be long e.g. when the traffic light just turned red. Otherwise I just tap lightly and don't activate the iStop.
Currently even on my Subaru 1.5R I can do 7.5l / 100km
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1.48% is really low.
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if you calc the effective interest for car loan on monthly rest, it is around 3%.
Thing is, we were told that it was 5.7L/100k at the showroom. And they said this was for MIXED, not expressway driving.
Try driving without spare maybe can get closer to 5.7l/100km.
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You are very right. My previous one was Mazda 3SP Deluxe. Maintained by Mazda for 8 years before I traded it in. Yet the auto power window, driver's side, and folding mirror left side�were beginning to give trouble. Needed regular WD40 spraying!
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Wanted to book MZ3 Deluxe, but got scared by the numerous electronics! I certainly don't need the electric driver seat adjustments, as I'm the only driver. Auto headlights and wipers? Most probably needed to use this car for the whole�of 10 years before I could not drive ( that gives you a�hint of my age). But I still wanted a Mazda, as this is my 3rd Mazda, from 323.
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So decided on the Standard version. Much fewer electronics. Still the sun roof and the auto dimming rear view I can do without. I don't�even use the Bluetooth though I use smart phone. Just that I don't answer calls whilst driving.
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I hope I've made the right choice. I do miss the fog lights though. But tested it on a really dark kampong road near Desaru, on the way to the Floating seafood and firefly site. The headlights seemed adequate. So may have to wait till the warranty period is over to install the fog lights.
Bro you got the standard version yes? No fog light? I collected my deluxe today and it came with fog light.
I hope fc will be good. I drive 60km to and fro from home to work on aye to changi.
Currently even on my Subaru 1.5R I can do 7.5l / 100km
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Me too, u shld be able to get 20km/L (5.0L/100km) quite easily or better. Just that weekend shopping trips will increase the overall fuel consumption, ha ha.�
"Good" deals depend on individual. The AD has many factors to play with. Sometimes when you ask for discount they will withdraw certain terms. Just be careful of that. For me the 3+2 years extended warranty is necessary as skyactiv is new. After all, this technology just launched last year.
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Skyactiv has been around since about 2012.
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Just my experience driving the M3 since late October. �Great feel, minimal body roll. �FC is great but I don't think I can get 5.7 L/100km based on short distance travel and with many stops. �You can get that kind of FC (5.7) if you drive on expressways consistently.
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Yup, same for me. I can get 5.7 or below (lowest I got was 5.4), but it has to be uninterrupted driving with minimal stops for at least 10 minutes.
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Or else start stop traffic is anywhere from 7+ to 11+...
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I got mine mid Nov last year. 5.7L/100 km is practically impossible. I'm getting around 7.1 to 7.7L/100 km. My worst is 1 full tank, only 480km.
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All the car manufacturer exaggerated the FC.
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I set my FC to reset when I reset trip A. So during every pump I will reset. Currently my average FC per trips to the pump is around 7.2-7.7, which is actually pretty good for a Mazda I feel.
Just curious, why do most turn off iStop?
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I off in during the afternoon when the weather is too hot, because the cabin temperature will kick the aircon in and restart the engine, which is quite annoying. I also control it by not fully depressing the brake when I know the traffic light is going to change lights soon.
Bro you got the standard version yes? No fog light? I collected my deluxe today and it came with fog light.
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But the fog light is halogen. The xenon lights so bright I think the fog light is useless... lol
Your fuel consumption is amazing. I'm light footed and drives 70% highway but only achieve 6.2-6.5 L/100km.
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You have to learn to coast the car. Don't constantly step the pedal, once I reach the target speed I want to travel at, I will release the accelerator, or control such that I see on the current FC info on the right of the console it is well below the 6L/100km, this will help bring down your average FC. Also, learn to use the engine to brake since our Mazda 3 has more engine braking due to the deceleration caused by the drive converting kinetic to potential energy. Everytime I drive, it's like a game I play to drive more fuel efficiently, my middle screen is set to the fuel consumption screen to show the average for this drive and my driving console to current...
Edited by 0pires7, 27 April 2015 - 11:37 PM.
For me, on weekdays if drive alone, and a long stretch of expressway, i can get even 4.5l / 100km...
I always reset my fc meter for every pump i made..
On weekend, i tend to have city driving more often... and i fetch 2-4 passengers around. The fc can be around 7.5l / 100km for sat and sun..
For the more average reading, i have drive abt 13k km till date and pump at 800l. So it is still decent at above 16km / l ... but i think depends on how much city driving really... my previous vios dun give me such a huge different between highway driving vs city driving...
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Been seeing more and more Mazda Skyactiv on the road here and across the causeway.
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Positive point: There'll be lots of parts and accessories, original as well as 3rd party's around for some time like the original Mazda 3. Parts would also be available across the causeway, putting our minds at ease when travelling up north.
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Negative point: More Mazda would�be stolen, here and across the Causeway. Seems that Mazda has been included in the brand of cars cloned in Malaysia. I assume they are the ones scraped, and usually the SUV or MPV.
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For the present model, Malaysia's entry level is 2.0 . They don't sell the 1.5 . But the possibility of being stolen is still great. After all many entry level cars there are 1.5 or below, like the Myvi, Axia and Saga.
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So don't just rely on the immobiliser. Fix a brake lock when you park there. Just a little inconvenience but gives you greater assurance that you do not have to use public transport to come home.
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Found out about another curiosity. Here if you choose a red Mazda, you need to top up 1k. In Malaysia if you choose white, you'll get a discount! Seems that white is the basic colour. Don't know about the Snowflake though.
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Edited by Sobriquet, 28 April 2015 - 07:40 AM.
I hope fc will be good. I drive 60km to and fro from home to work on aye to changi.
Currently even on my Subaru 1.5R I can do 7.5l / 100km
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The 7.5l/100km for me is 10% highway driving.
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If you go aye to changi everyday, thats like 90% highway, you'll easily get <6l/100km.�
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You have to learn to coast the car. Don't constantly step the pedal, once I reach the target speed I want to travel at, I will release the accelerator, or control such that I see on the current FC info on the right of the console it is well below the 6L/100km, this will help bring down your average FC. Also, learn to use the engine to brake since our Mazda 3 has more engine braking due to the deceleration caused by the drive converting kinetic to potential energy. Everytime I drive, it's like a game I play to drive more fuel efficiently, my middle screen is set to the fuel consumption screen to show the average for this drive and my driving console to current...
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That's correct. Releasing accelerator will activate the iELOOP which will charge up the super capacitor, helps in fc.
sorry if this is a stupud qn: �how do you reset the FC meter?
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that's amazing. then i'm looking forward to a better FC...
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