mycarforum: 2014 Mazda 3 part 32

yes, Jul pricing is 111888. Just came back from showroom this afternoon.

With additional 5k discount ?

Hi, anyone bought the standard version that comes with the local fitted infotainment system? I want to know how to update the map to include Malaysia and other countries.
Can I also know how to let the system stay on the Home page? It keeps jumping to my current selection eg Radio and Disc.
Thanks.

Seeing that M3 comes with 205/60 R16 tyres, I am looking to replacing the stock tyres. If I want to reduce the profile to say 55, the closest match is 225/55 R16. But this is a strange size. I did a down size on my current ride which gave me the closest size to original, but it's still noticeably smaller.

Any M3 owners replaced to a lower profile while still using 16"? I recall Mazda used to give those lovely 17" rims.

Edited by EstherLui, 23 June 2015 - 07:31 AM.

Hi, anyone bought the standard version that comes with the local fitted infotainment system? I want to know how to update the map to include Malaysia and other countries.
Can I also know how to let the system stay on the Home page? It keeps jumping to my current selection eg Radio and Disc.
Thanks.

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press home and power down car in that screen.

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should be the same last screen when restart the car.

Hi, anyone bought the standard version that comes with the local fitted infotainment system? I want to know how to update the map to include Malaysia and other countries.
Can I also know how to let the system stay on the Home page? It keeps jumping to my current selection eg Radio and Disc.
Thanks.

Not sure of this but I bet it's down loading the maps to a thumb drive and stick it into the system.

Seeing that M3 comes with 205/60 R16 tyres, I am looking to replacing the stock tyres. If I want to reduce the profile to say 55, the closest match is 225/55 R16. But this is a strange size. I did a down size on my current ride which gave me the closest size to original, but it's still noticeably smaller.

Any M3 owners replaced to a lower profile while still using 16"? I recall Mazda used to give those lovely 17" rims.

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Gotta maintain the aspect ratio. If you dont change to larger rims, it would look odd as the gap will be bigger.

With additional 5k discount ?

Yup. Mazda still giving the rebate. But more difficult to get freebies as their margin reduce by 5k

Think up next in July they will absorb the 5K cev surcharge and its back to 111888. Lol.

Sister, ya one brother confirmed it's $111,888 for July le. Lol

Edited by Ivan_06, 23 June 2015 - 10:51 AM.

Yup. Mazda still giving the rebate. But more difficult to get freebies as their margin reduce by 5k

It's good to share the latest pricing here so that potential buyers will be aware. When I first walked into Mazda, I thought I had a good deal but as usual I didn't sign on the spot. Went home and got two other SEs quotation, then I realised the first SE who attended to me initially didn't give me the best deal.

It's good to share the latest pricing here so that potential buyers will be aware. When I first walked into Mazda, I thought I had a good deal but as usual I didn't sign on the spot. Went home and got two other SEs quotation, then I realised the first SE who attended to me initially didn't give me the best deal.

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yup, same AD different SE also give different prices. How's the best offer so far after all discounts?

EstherLui, on 22 Jun 2015 - 3:56 PM, said:

Think up next in July they will absorb the 5K cev surcharge and its back to 111888. Lol.

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EstherLui, on 22 Jun 2015 - 3:56 PM, said:
Is this for the std or the deluxe model?��

This is deluxe version. Dun believe their listed prices. Can easily slash by several thousands more.

It's good to share the latest pricing here so that potential buyers will be aware. When I first walked into Mazda, I thought I had a good deal but as usual I didn't sign on the spot. Went home and got two other SEs quotation, then I realised the first SE who attended to me initially didn't give me the best deal.

I've been to both their showrooms and the rebates structure is the same. Only extra you get is if you're trading in a Mazda, then you'll get 1k loyalty discount.

I've been to both their showrooms and the rebates structure is the same. Only extra you get is if you're trading in a Mazda, then you'll get 1k loyalty discount.

The rebate structure is mostly the same. But what I was referring was that the first SE who attended to me did not give the full rebates.. Anyway, it's good that there is mcf so car buyers can know the pricing before going down.

Even the two SEs whom I communicated through whatsapp can give slightly different pricing, though the difference is only at most 1-2k

SE can do wonders, my friend got 3k overtrade for a 9yr 8 mths lancer

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in all aspect, the 3 at this price be it std or deluxe is a steal compared to others. korean may give high coe rebate, others may have stronger brand names for mit vehicles, contis even have highline versions coming from mexico...

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with my 3SP, i dun get any problems after almost 200k km and 8 yrs driving vs what i have witness from my friend more 'value' or more 'valuable' rides

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for me the current 3 struck the right chord... not 'cheap' but 'worthy' when compare to others at current coe levels. ;p

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btw, understand the std model, free lcd no stock :(

SE can do wonders, my friend got 3k overtrade for a 9yr 8 mths lancer
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in all aspect, the 3 at this price be it std or deluxe is a steal compared to others. korean may give high coe rebate, others may have stronger brand names for mit vehicles, contis even have highline versions coming from mexico...
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with my 3SP, i dun get any problems after almost 200k km and 8 yrs driving vs what i have witness from my friend more 'value' or more 'valuable' rides
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for me the current 3 struck the right chord... not 'cheap' but 'worthy' when compare to others at current coe levels. ;p
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btw, understand the std model, free lcd no stock :(

Correct, that's exactly what I am driving at. Actually the price can be further reduced from the standard rebate but you would be taking a lower COE rebate and non guaranteed. A brother tried this approach with Mazda and got his ride. I countered the SE who said this can be done but it becomes non guaranteed. With the end June registration drawing near, I dare not take up this option.

So really it's a matter how hungry the SEs are hungry for your deal. Therefore dun just blindly sign on the spot thinking that the rebates are standard.

Edited by Ivan_06, 23 June 2015 - 12:18 PM.

Hey guys, i have a general question:

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when getting your new cars, and if getting car insurance through the dealer, how usually is the insurance payment settled? do they bill into the total car loan? or have to pay separately, directly to insurance company or to the dealer? Thanks!

Hey guys, i have a general question:

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when getting your new cars, and if getting car insurance through the dealer, how usually is the insurance payment settled? do they bill into the total car loan? or have to pay separately, directly to insurance company or to the dealer? Thanks!

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My understanding is that the car agent will have their assigned party to talk to you and the payment is separate, directly to the insurance agent/company

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My understanding is that the car agent will have their assigned party to talk to you and the payment is separate, directly to the insurance agent/company

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That means no payment is made for insurance when we collect car. but with that is it legal to drive on road? i thought only insured cars can drive away

Hey guys, i have a general question:
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when getting your new cars, and if getting car insurance through the dealer, how usually is the insurance payment settled? do they bill into the total car loan? or have to pay separately, directly to insurance company or to the dealer? Thanks!

They would have been able to quote you the premium on the spot. In the final payment, there would be a column where the premium is stated and you have the option of paying it through cheque or interest free instalments through credit cards.

i think getting the insurance with them is still the best. 1st 12 month got 1-4-1 replacement.

After 12 months changes lol.... i have checked with NTUC income but does not come with 1-4-1 even in 1st 12 mths.�

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Sister, ya one brother confirmed it's $111,888 for July le. Lol

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Good deal!

i think all those who sign up during Expo sales period; be it at Showroom or Expo are banging wall now......

I am one of those....� [crazy]

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That means no payment is made for insurance when we collect car. but with that is it legal to drive on road? i thought only insured cars can drive away

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usually the car price is excluded the insurance. the SE will ask you for your credit card�for the car insurance payment, you can opt for the free interest monthly installment. hope this will help

Good deal!

i think all those who sign up during Expo sales period; be it at Showroom or Expo are banging wall now......

I am one of those....�

how much was the M3 delucxe during the expo sale?

I took the M6 during the expo promo, but the listed�price went up since then?

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usually the car price is excluded the insurance. the SE will ask you for your credit card�for the car insurance payment, you can opt for the free interest monthly installment. hope this will help

how much was the M3 delucxe during the expo sale?

I took the M6 during the expo promo, but the listed�price went up since then?

Thanks! very helpful!

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Almost the same time when seeing your reply, got msg from my bank my card is charged by insurance company. :) now all clear

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That means no payment is made for insurance when we collect car. but with that is it legal to drive on road? i thought only insured cars can drive away

I paid mine by credit card separately. I guess the insurance will start on day of car registration as I think you can't register a car without insurance.

i think getting the insurance with them is still the best. 1st 12 month got 1-4-1 replacement.
After 12 months changes lol.... i have checked with NTUC income but does not come with 1-4-1 even in 1st 12 mths.�
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Most AD give 500 rebate for using in house insurance co last time I checked. Mazda is AIG.

Most AD give 500 rebate for using in house insurance co last time I checked. Mazda is AIG.

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I also added on with NCD protection with additional premium to safeguard my 50% NCD rate.�

pocket burn again...� :TT_TT:

i think getting the insurance with them is still the best. 1st 12 month got 1-4-1 replacement.
After 12 months changes lol.... i have checked with NTUC income but does not come with 1-4-1 even in 1st 12 mths.�
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Good deal!
i think all those who sign up during Expo sales period; be it at Showroom or Expo are banging wall now......
I am one of those....�

The $111,888 is delux. So std is $111888-$7k = $104,888 with non guarantee? Extra $1k Off OT?

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I also added on with NCD protection with additional premium to safeguard my 50% NCD rate.�
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How does this work and how much more per month?

thanks a lot for sharing, possible to share where can i get this pricing?

The $111,888 is delux. So std is $111888-$7k = $104,888 with non guarantee? Extra $1k Off OT?

Oh yeah, normally it's non guarantee bid. Dunno how much Mazda charge for 1 bid guarantee Coe. Need to factor that cost. Otherwise they might pull a 'Borneo motors' stunt on you. Lol.

Oh yeah, normally it's non guarantee bid. Dunno how much Mazda charge for 1 bid guarantee Coe. Need to factor that cost. Otherwise they might pull a 'Borneo motors' stunt on you. Lol.

i remember it's 5k for 1 bid guaranteed, 2k for 6 bid guaranteed

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but but but! based on my experience, they no matter how still give you even with non guaranteed package. so if you are not in urgent need of car, take time and save the extra time... again but but but, that is just my experience with Mazda.. not sure about others

Last price list was 113 and 120

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-5k for CEVS "compensation"

-2k for off set 2 year ext warranty

-2k inhouse finance and insurance

-1k if current mazda owner.

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Last price list was 113 and 120
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-5k for CEVS "compensation"
-2k for off set 2 year ext warranty
-2k inhouse finance and insurance
-1k if current mazda owner.
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So now the 5k existing stock discount becomes CEVS compensation. Last time before it was existing stock discount, it was known as flexi.

Earlier this year, overtake cash discount was 5k then 3k then 2k. Last time I enquired in June, overtrade hidden cash discount was $2k

Edited by Ivan_06, 23 June 2015 - 10:29 PM.

i remember it's 5k for 1 bid guaranteed, 2k for 6 bid guaranteed
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but but but! based on my experience, they no matter how still give you even with non guaranteed package. so if you are not in urgent need of car, take time and save the extra time... again but but but, that is just my experience with Mazda.. not sure about others

Mine was 1 bid guarantee. Just breeze thru the process. Dam shiok. They're a good AD. My cousin opted 6 bid but still get at first bid.

So now the 5k existing stock discount becomes CEVS compensation. Last time before it was existing stock discount, it was known as flexi.

Earlier this year, overtake cash discount was 5k then 3k then 2k. Last time I enquired in June, overtrade hidden cash discount was $2k

Partly also becoz they can't let their car price roller coaster up and down, causing buyers to track like stock market and hesitating whether to buy now or later. You know how companies hate to see roller coaster monthly sales report.

Mine was 1 bid guarantee. Just breeze thru the process. Dam shiok. They're a good AD. My cousin opted 6 bid but still get at first bid.

Partly also becoz they can't let their car price roller coaster up and down, causing buyers to track like stock market and hesitating whether to buy now or later. You know how companies hate to see roller coaster monthly sales report.

Wah that time when they had this one bid guaranteed, I told them my base price for Mazda 3 standard was $100k, cos I counted all in with 1 bid guaranteed it was $103888. The SE told me in this case 100k becomes non guaranteed. I didn't dare to take the risk.

For those who are waiting, 100k Mazda 3 standard will soon be available. I guessed from Aug onwards.

Edited by Ivan_06, 23 June 2015 - 10:53 PM.

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press home and power down car in that screen.
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should be the same last screen when restart the car.

Thanks, but what I mean is while I'm driving, I can't get it to display the home page permanently. It kept jumping to my selection, i.e. radio or disc.
I need to press 'home' or 'return' to know what is the time. Very troublesome.

Good deal!

i think all those who sign up during Expo sales period; be it at Showroom or Expo are banging wall now......

I am one of those....�

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That was the time when COE looked like it would escalate sky high.

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Frankly, once you bought it, just enjoy it. Then perhaps in another two years, if the COE falls like a rock, your remaining value in COE of your present car would be quite substantial. You can trade that in, and with a little top up, get a new car.

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Your car would most probably be worth more than scrap value ( COE rebates + PARF ), as it is a Euro IV, and could be exported as reconditioned car even to NZ.

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So don't punish the wall, and look on the brighter side, Bro.� :-)

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I also added on with NCD protection with additional premium to safeguard my 50% NCD rate.�

pocket burn again...�

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Don't worry too much. After one year you can always look for a better quote from other insurance companies like NTUC, AAS recommendation, Direct Asia.

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Buying insurance is like having a fire extinguisher. The problem is, safe drivers end up paying for the reckless ones.

So now the 5k existing stock discount becomes CEVS compensation. Last time before it was existing stock discount, it was known as flexi.

Earlier this year, overtake cash discount was 5k then 3k then 2k. Last time I enquired in June, overtrade hidden cash discount was $2k

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They will always come up with this and that, to give or remove discounts.

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The real reason�is the relative pricing of similar class cars. This is because buyers will always have at least two different makes of similar class cars in mind.

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It's like the petrol companies. Thus in a way it's kind of price-fixing, but they don't consult one another directly. Thus not illegal under the price-fixing law.

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That was the time when COE looked like it would escalate sky high.

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Frankly, once you bought it, just enjoy it. Then perhaps in another two years, if the COE falls like a rock, your remaining value in COE of your present car would be quite substantial. You can trade that in, and with a little top up, get a new car.

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Your car would most probably be worth more than scrap value ( COE rebates + PARF ), as it is a Euro IV, and could be exported as reconditioned car even to NZ.

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So don't punish the wall, and look on the brighter side, Bro.� :-)

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Don't worry too much. After one year you can always look for a better quote from other insurance companies like NTUC, AAS recommendation, Direct Asia.

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Buying insurance is like having a fire extinguisher. The problem is, safe drivers end up paying for the reckless ones.

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True indeed! Once bought considered deal done and never look back...�

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Perhaps time can be better utilise to think what is next car to change after Mazda in 5yr down the road...

How does this work and how much more per month?

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NCD % usually affected after a claim in done against your policy.

protector is meant to protect NCD in event of a claim. Machiam like a plasma shield if u do play starcraft...

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May vary accordingly to different insurer u r covered under with.

By default, some insurer will give free as loyalty customer freebies or u need to pay additional 10-15% extra on the base premium. �

Anyone did�MEGUIARS M188 DEEP CRYSTAL COATING for your new car or similar glass coating? Is it good and advisable? Thanks.

Anyone know how to load sms from iPhone 6? Read elsewhere that iOS7 works.

There is one company OXYGEN grooming who has this product. I enquire and he gave me 2 yrs warranty. I read in the Meg website that this product at most last only 6 months or so. Therefore I went to another grooming company to do

Anyone did�MEGUIARS M188 DEEP CRYSTAL COATING for your new car or similar glass coating? Is it good and advisable? Thanks.

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There is one company OXYGEN grooming who has this product. I enquire and he gave me 2 yrs warranty. I read in the Meg website that this product at most last only 6 months or so. Therefore I went to another grooming company to do
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So which one you went to? Did the wet gloss look last longer?

For those interested to do coating.. Do check out gleam pro permenant coating..

Located at one of the mscp in yishun. Its reasonably priced

Hi all

I just got my new m3 ride for a week. Last two days I notice my istop function, which was working fine before , will restart my engine after 15-20 secs even though I am still pressing on the brake pedal ( no I also didn't shift the wheel or touch anything else) .

Any advise ? Should I get madza to check my battery or something in the next servicing ?

Hi all

I just got my new m3 ride for a week. Last two days I notice my istop function, which was working fine before , will restart my engine after 15-20 secs even though I am still pressing on the brake pedal ( no I also didn't shift the wheel or touch anything else) .

Any advise ? Should I get madza to check my battery or something in the next servicing ?

Enjoying your ride?

One of the criteria, of all things, for itstop to work is the AC temp. According to the SE, it will not function if the temp is too high. I drove just now at 24 deg and it worked fine.

About the timing, I noticed that if you go into one of of the menus - 'App' iirc - in the istop menu, you can see a timing. Mine was 13 sec. Have no idea about that time honestly. But yeah, I encountered that too. It will restart after some time even if you are still stepping on the brakes.

Anyway how I use it is when I hit red light at a major junction, I'll activate it. When the other direction is turning amber, I'll lift my foot slightly to restart the engine, while still braked. It works and the 'auto restart' did not happen.

Hi all

I just got my new m3 ride for a week. Last two days I notice my istop function, which was working fine before , will restart my engine after 15-20 secs even though I am still pressing on the brake pedal ( no I also didn't shift the wheel or touch anything else) .

Any advise ? Should I get madza to check my battery or something in the next servicing ?

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istop will not work if the small battery that use to power your car while your engine is off is weak. It will start up your car and load the main system. Engine break if possible so that you can "charge" up the small batt.

Hi all

I just got my new m3 ride for a week. Last two days I notice my istop function, which was working fine before , will restart my engine after 15-20 secs even though I am still pressing on the brake pedal ( no I also didn't shift the wheel or touch anything else) .

Any advise ? Should I get madza to check my battery or something in the next servicing ?

Dun worry it should be fine. i personally experience the amount for i-stop time depend on the build up during braking, as it charge up the capacitor which generate the energy to operate mazda 3. Therefore once the level of energy is low the engine will restart taking back control.

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Thanks for the advices on my istop problem . Anyway to check whether if the capacitor is indeed low which therefore cause the engine to start prematurely ?

Honestly other than this problem I have been enjoying my new ride. .

Enjoying your ride?

One of the criteria, of all things, for itstop to work is the AC temp. According to the SE, it will not function if the temp is too high. I drove just now at 24 deg and it worked fine.

About the timing, I noticed that if you go into one of of the menus - 'App' iirc - in the istop menu, you can see a timing. Mine was 13 sec. Have no idea about that time honestly. But yeah, I encountered that too. It will restart after some time even if you are still stepping on the brakes.

Anyway how I use it is when I hit red light at a major junction, I'll activate it. When the other direction is turning amber, I'll lift my foot slightly to restart the engine, while still braked. It works and the 'auto restart' did not happen.

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Nope it is the other way. If you set AC temp too low, it will dry up the capacitor energy faster. When capacitor energy is used up, the engine will restart automatically.�

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A bit more into the istop technology: your car's electronic devices all need power. and usually they are powered by a generator connected with car engine. Mazda added a capacitor to recycle energy when braking/slowing down. So when capacitor has certain energy, engine can stop, while capacitor can power all the devices without burning fuel.

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In the first 10 mins driving your car, usually the capacitor doesn't have chances to save much energy from braking yet. Hence after engine stops, it can't last long. ANd if you set AC temp low, it will consume energy from capacity faster.

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�And just in case if some don't know, capacity can't store energy for long. This is a key difference comparing to batteries. And this is a key difference to Hybrid cars. That means, every time you park your car and shut down your engine for more than 10-20 mins, the "short istop timing" thing will happen again, coz the capacitor needs time to store enough power again.

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Thanks for the advices on my istop problem . Anyway to check whether if the capacitor is indeed low which therefore cause the engine to start prematurely ?

Honestly other than this problem I have been enjoying my new ride. .

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mine is standard version and there is no way to check capacity energy level. Not sure about Deluxe version.�

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But if your car has that problem even after 20+ mins driving, and your AC temp is not set too low, then send to Mazda to check. Remember, the more electronic stuff you have, the lower AC temp you set, the shorter istop can sustain.�

Edited by Singxmm, 28 June 2015 - 12:08 PM.

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Thanks for the advices on my istop problem . Anyway to check whether if the capacitor is indeed low which therefore cause the engine to start prematurely ?

Honestly other than this problem I have been enjoying my new ride. .

The i-Stop can stopped the engine for 2 mins,with A/C off..

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Nope it is the other way. If you set AC temp too low, it will dry up the capacitor energy faster. When capacitor energy is used up, the engine will restart automatically.�
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A bit more into the istop technology: your car's electronic devices all need power. and usually they are powered by a generator connected with car engine. Mazda added a capacitor to recycle energy when braking/slowing down. So when capacitor has certain energy, engine can stop, while capacitor can power all the devices without burning fuel.
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In the first 10 mins driving your car, usually the capacitor doesn't have chances to save much energy from braking yet. Hence after engine stops, it can't last long. ANd if you set AC temp low, it will consume energy from capacity faster.
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�And just in case if some don't know, capacity can't store energy for long. This is a key difference comparing to batteries. And this is a key difference to Hybrid cars. That means, every time you park your car and shut down your engine for more than 10-20 mins, the "short istop timing" thing will happen again, coz the capacitor needs time to store enough power again.

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mine is standard version and there is no way to check capacity energy level. Not sure about Deluxe version.�
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But if your car has that problem even after 20+ mins driving, and your AC temp is not set too low, then send to Mazda to check. Remember, the more electronic stuff you have, the lower AC temp you set, the shorter istop can sustain.�

Thanks for the explanation. I figured the capacitor thing after reading the manual. So you're saying that the braking will charge up this capacitor - this eloop thingy right? The deluxe has this app that displays the capacitor power level.

Pretty confused with this.

Just gotten my ride.� [thumbsup]

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Some questions puzzling me.....

Wonder if any1 have the same experience as mine?�

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1) Does anyone experience the blue color icon, think is the �"Low coolant temperature" on every cold startup? but the blue light does go off in about 20-30 seconds...

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2) Does anyone heard loud rev sound on cold startup... thinking the RPM hover around 1-2 K RPM before coming down in the next 10-15 seconds ... is this normal?�

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3) During parking mode and idling, any1 feel that periodically jerk a bit... or maybe i am too sensitive to car motion...�

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4) My old ride have the individual trip distance travel (till next reset)... i can't seem to find this option in M3, only the total mileage travel on the left cluster display...�

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Thanks for the explanation. I figured the capacitor thing after reading the manual. So you're saying that the braking will charge up this capacitor - this eloop thingy right? The deluxe has this app that displays the capacitor power level.

Pretty confused with this.

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For this... i think the app next page have pretty much more info... .

sadly i havent even save a tree (x 0) .. Only 3.1 KM saved on iStop...

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right now i only in the range of 8.5l/100KM after half tank of gas gone.....�

Wonder if i can achieve 5.6l/100KM in 1 full tank... Look forward to it..

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nice shot! eating Ang pang you tau foo at Katong??? [:p]

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High five. Same white sedan here too. :)

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Wonder if any1 have the same experience as mine?�

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1) Does anyone experience the blue color icon, think is the �"Low coolant temperature" on every cold startup? but the blue light does go off in about 20-30 seconds...

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2) Does anyone heard loud rev sound on cold startup... thinking the RPM hover around 1-2 K RPM before coming down in the next 10-15 seconds ... is this normal?�

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3) During parking mode and idling, any1 feel that periodically jerk a bit... or maybe i am too sensitive to car motion...�

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4) My old ride have the individual trip distance travel (till next reset)... i can't seem to find this option in M3, only the total mileage travel on the left cluster display...�

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For this... i think the app next page have pretty much more info... .

sadly i havent even save a tree (x 0) .. Only 3.1 KM saved on iStop...

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right now i only in the range of 8.5l/100KM after half tank of gas gone.....�

Wonder if i can achieve 5.6l/100KM in 1 full tank... Look forward to it..

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nice shot! eating Ang pang you tau foo at Katong???

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first 3 points are very normal. no worries.

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Mine is swinging between 6.0 - 6.1 after 1000km.

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i think this is the best i can get in reality. every time i bring my whole family out (full-load), it goes up to 6.1. after a few days light-load (just my wife and me) for commuting to office, it goes down to 6.0

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maybe after the first servicing it can get even better... since everyone says new engine consumes more fuel. :P

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Thanks for the explanation. I figured the capacitor thing after reading the manual. So you're saying that the braking will charge up this capacitor - this eloop thingy right? The deluxe has this app that displays the capacitor power level.

Pretty confused with this.

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Yup whenever your car is slowing down (braking, or simply lifting up from accelerator) the e-loop will kick in to recycle the car's momentum into electricity and charge the capacitor. But if the car speed if low like below 15-20 km/hr, e-loop would not kick in.

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Edited by Singxmm, 28 June 2015 - 04:59 PM.

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High five. Same white sedan here too. :)

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first 3 points are very normal. no worries.

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Yup whenever your car is slowing down (braking, or simply lifting up from accelerator) the e-loop will kick in to recycle the car's momentum into electricity and charge the capacitor. But if the car speed if low like below 15-20 km/hr, e-loop would not kick in.

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yeah the white is nice and chio!

but hard to maintain... saw some earlier posting on Brila coating.. Wonder if it is worth to do some water repellant coating..�

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u also experience all those 3 points. I was still thinking to feedback those observations to the service engineer in my 1st 1K servicing.. [laugh]

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yeah the white is nice and chio!

but hard to maintain... saw some earlier posting on Brila coating.. Wonder if it is worth to do some water repellant coating..�

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u also experience all those 3 points. I was still thinking to feedback those observations to the service engineer in my 1st 1K servicing..

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regarding the blue light thing:

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if you notice on most other cars, they get a engine temp gauge. Mazda simplified it into this color code system. when engine is cold, it's blue; when normal temp, it's off; when too hot, it's red. Totally makes sense in my view. I don't need that much info from a temp gauge. :)

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Just gotten my ride.�
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Some questions puzzling me.....
Wonder if any1 have the same experience as mine?�
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1) Does anyone experience the blue color icon, think is the �"Low coolant temperature" on every cold startup? but the blue light does go off in about 20-30 seconds...
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3) During parking mode and idling, any1 feel that periodically jerk a bit... or maybe i am too sensitive to car motion...�
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4) My old ride have the individual trip distance travel (till next reset)... i can't seem to find this option in M3, only the total mileage travel on the left cluster display...�
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other than above 3 issues.... quite satisfied with the handling.�

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For this... i think the app next page have pretty much more info... .
sadly i havent even save a tree (x 0) .. Only 3.1 KM saved on iStop...
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right now i only in the range of 8.5l/100KM after half tank of gas gone.....�
Wonder if i can achieve 5.6l/100KM in 1 full tank... Look forward to it..

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nice shot! eating Ang pang you tau foo at Katong???

I have the same experiences on he first three point . Think it's quite normal

I only manage to bring it to 7.8l /100 km after three quarter of the tank I hope the fc improves as the engine runs in .

nice shot! eating Ang pang you tau foo at Katong???

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Thanks :)...no lah, i live in the Katong area, was waiting for my lunch to be ready...

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Congrats on your new ride!

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My FC ain't that great though...only getting about 6.9l/100k...

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Otherwise, it's a great ride..

Last I checked I got 10.4 over the weekend. Went on PIE and tried cruise control.

Edited by EstherLui, 28 June 2015 - 10:27 PM.

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High five. Same white sedan here too. :)

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High five too buddy. I'm biased, but i think the M3 looks brilliant in white. it looks even better after i put on a ceramic coat.

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High five. Same white sedan here too. :)

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High five too buddy. I'm biased, but i think the M3 looks brilliant in white. it looks even better after i put on a ceramic coat.

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how much does it cost?

SE havnt confirm when take car... Zzzzz

Just gotten my ride.�

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Some questions puzzling me.....

Wonder if any1 have the same experience as mine?�

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1) Does anyone experience the blue color icon, think is the �"Low coolant temperature" on every cold startup? but the blue light does go off in about 20-30 seconds...

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2) Does anyone heard loud rev sound on cold startup... thinking the RPM hover around 1-2 K RPM before coming down in the next 10-15 seconds ... is this normal?�

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3) During parking mode and idling, any1 feel that periodically jerk a bit... or maybe i am too sensitive to car motion...�

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4) My old ride have the individual trip distance travel (till next reset)... i can't seem to find this option in M3, only the total mileage travel on the left cluster display...�

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other than above 3 issues.... quite satisfied with the handling.�

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For this... i think the app next page have pretty much more info... .

sadly i havent even save a tree (x 0) .. Only 3.1 KM saved on iStop...

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right now i only in the range of 8.5l/100KM after half tank of gas gone.....�

Wonder if i can achieve 5.6l/100KM in 1 full tank... Look forward to it..

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nice shot! eating Ang pang you tau foo at Katong???

For first 3 points any combustion engine will do this. The engine and exhaust need to reach an optimal temperature to perform well. However it is ok to drive off immediately in our climate. I do feel that the inital warming noise is a bit too loud, but the noise is not from the engine during the heating up but from something else of a high pitch noise. The sound goes away when the blue light goes off.

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for point 3..it is the aircon compressor cutting in and out while the engine is on. there will be dead silence when the engine is cut.

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I am quite heavy foot a times and after drive for a while, to get <7.7km(combined), i must not rev more than 2k on most gears except the first couple. my ave speed is 36km/hr on the meter which i think is on the higher side with 70% highway,30%city driving.Mine is 2litre by the way so it sip a little more fuel.

SE havnt confirm when take car... Zzzzz

Is yours existing stock?

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I haven't got a collection date yet.

SE havnt confirm when take car... Zzzzz

Is yours existing stock?

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I haven't got a collection date yet.

SE havnt confirm when take car... Zzzzz

Is yours existing stock?

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I haven't got a collection date yet.

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Thanks :)...no lah, i live in the Katong area, was waiting for my lunch to be ready...

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Congrats on your new ride!

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My FC ain't that great though...only getting about 6.9l/100k...

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Otherwise, it's a great ride..

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6.9l/100km is not good?

Thought it was above average and definitely compared to other makes it's [thumbsup]

Hi all

I just got my new m3 ride for a week. Last two days I notice my istop function, which was working fine before , will restart my engine after 15-20 secs even though I am still pressing on the brake pedal ( no I also didn't shift the wheel or touch anything else) .

Any advise ? Should I get madza to check my battery or something in the next servicing ?

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Probably cause these few days weather is extra hot? So if you on temperature low, then may not even kick-in. For me i prefer to cozy temperature, so i usually set at 26.5deg. Even then, the iStop do not often kick in especially during the afternoon period

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Another thing about iStop, it activates only when you pressure on the brakes is sufficient. Initially, i also wonder why mine often don't kick in. Then i realized becoz of my habit, usually my previous rides, i just lightly tap on the brakes at the traffic light. It needs a certain amt of pressure to activate it. So just take note. As long as the iStop sign on the dashboard is blinking when you stop, means the conditions are met for iStop to be activated, if yours is not activated, just step on the brakes harder.

Edited by 206134083638155, 29 June 2015 - 12:20 PM.

Hi all

I just got my new m3 ride for a week. Last two days I notice my istop function, which was working fine before , will restart my engine after 15-20 secs even though I am still pressing on the brake pedal ( no I also didn't shift the wheel or touch anything else) .

Any advise ? Should I get madza to check my battery or something in the next servicing ?

think of it this way, the aircon and radio and all the electronics still need power after the engine is cut. where do you think it comes from? how long do you think that power source will last?

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Probably cause these few days weather is extra hot? So if you on temperature low, then may not even kick-in. For me i prefer to cozy temperature, so i usually set at 26.5deg. Even then, the iStop do not often kick in especially during the afternoon period

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Another thing about iStop, it activates only when you pressure on the brakes is sufficient. Initially, i also wonder why mine often don't kick in. Then i realized becoz of my habit, usually my previous rides, i just lightly tap on the brakes at the traffic light. It needs a certain amt of pressure to activate it. So just take note. As long as the iStop sign on the dashboard is blinking when you stop, means the conditions are met for iStop to be activated, if yours is not activated, just step on the brakes harder.

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you need to really press down hard with your foot and hold it there to activate the i-stop.

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good exercise!!

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Probably cause these few days weather is extra hot? So if you on temperature low, then may not even kick-in. For me i prefer to cozy temperature, so i usually set at 26.5deg. Even then, the iStop do not often kick in especially during the afternoon period
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Another thing about iStop, it activates only when you pressure on the brakes is sufficient. Initially, i also wonder why mine often don't kick in. Then i realized becoz of my habit, usually my previous rides, i just lightly tap on the brakes at the traffic light. It needs a certain amt of pressure to activate it. So just take note. As long as the iStop sign on the dashboard is blinking when you stop, means the conditions are met for iStop to be activated, if yours is not activated, just step on the brakes harder.

Actually I found out that the car needs to drive a bit for the capacitor to be fully charged then when u activate istop the engine won't restart by itself

This morning I drove around 20 min then when I try my istop , the engine did not restart for a whole 60 secs . I notice the capacitor was about 6 bars ( you can see it from your ieloop screen on your Mzconnect screen) . If the capacitor is only 2 bars then the engine will restart very shortly after you activate istop.

If you use your aircon too strongly then the capacitor diminish its bars faster and you might not able to even activate your istop

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Is yours existing stock?

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I haven't got a collection date yet.

supposed to be ex stock, but i got the std version, SE says over demand, not enuf pple working on the local leather, no LCD display until 1k servicing. the car got registered today, but no collection date yet.

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So they delay long, can ask them for some copi and roti money back?

Hi everyone,

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Am deciding between M3 and Sylphy. Heart says M3 but head says Sylphy. Can I ask if the aircon in M3 is cold enough for rear passengers (esp in the afternoon)�and whether the white leather seat will be easily dirty?

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Thanks in advance!

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Can the M3 2.0 drivers give us some idea of your typical fuel consumption?

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On paper it looks like it is supposed to be as good as the 1.5?!

don't worry too much, just hoot the 2.0L

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Specs almost the same, real world should be not much difference from 1.5L real world. Sometimes, could be even better due to less strains on bigger engine especially if you do lotsa stop/start, climbing MCSCPs, etc.

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Can the M3 2.0 drivers give us some idea of your typical fuel consumption?

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On paper it looks like it is supposed to be as good as the 1.5?!

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Hi everyone,

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Am deciding between M3 and Sylphy. Heart says M3 but head says Sylphy. Can I ask if the aircon in M3 is cold enough for rear passengers (esp in the afternoon)�and whether the white leather seat will be easily dirty?

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Thanks in advance!

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A bit difficult to say as it is probably down to personal feel as some do not like to feel the cold wind

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Still, my previous rides always have a rear air-con until I bought this M3. My kids says they are comfortable despite the hot weather in the past few months. My wife, in particular, like it as there is no draft, �but still comfy.

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Hope it help.

supposed to be ex stock, but i got the std version, SE says over demand, not enuf pple working on the local leather, no LCD display until 1k servicing. the car got registered today, but no collection date yet.
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So they delay long, can ask them for some copi and roti money back?

Congrats. Hope can get ur new ride soon!!:)

My cool car )...

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Hey! Looks like mine! heheheheheheheh

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I was apprehensive of white in�the beginning, after having a dark one for 8 years. Have gone through several colours, red, silver, light blue, brown, maroon, grey.

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I now find that white does not look so dirty when you get the spray from the car in front�on a wet road.

Grey was worse. Of course silver is better.

Hi everyone,

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Am deciding between M3 and Sylphy. Heart says M3 but head says Sylphy. Can I ask if the aircon in M3 is cold enough for rear passengers (esp in the afternoon)�and whether the white leather seat will be easily dirty?

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Thanks in advance!

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Sylphy, uses CVT. Find out about that, and see if you are happy with it. The transmission is belt driven.

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On the other hand, Tan Chong is Malaysian. Even if you service your car at Tan Chong JB, the warranty will not be void.

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In terms of space and comfort, Sylphy is better. CVT also means smoother and quieter engine. Looks wise, Nissan sedan has never been good ( except the sports models, Fairlady, GTR).

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A colleague called it: Uncle's kind of car. Mazda has better looks, and 10 years from now, it would still look good, judging from the first M3 model.

Edited by Sobriquet, 30 June 2015 - 09:00 AM.

Hi everyone,

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Am deciding between M3 and Sylphy. Heart says M3 but head says Sylphy. Can I ask if the aircon in M3 is cold enough for rear passengers (esp in the afternoon)�and whether the white leather seat will be easily dirty?

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Thanks in advance!

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I set my air con temp at 23.5 and one of my kids in the rear seat needs to use a blanket whenever she is in the car �- she says it is too cold! �So, yes, aircon is cold enough i think.

supposed to be ex stock, but i got the std version, SE says over demand, not enuf pple working on the local leather, no LCD display until 1k servicing. the car got registered today, but no collection date yet.

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So they delay long, can ask them for some copi and roti money back?

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Wow, so you got your car number? Any idea it is SKU or SKV now?

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I was looking at the ads last weekend�and I don't see them offering LCD for the standard versions; previous ads state this clearly.

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Wow, so you got your car number? Any idea it is SKU or SKV now?

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I was looking at the ads last weekend�and I don't see them offering LCD for the standard versions; previous ads state this clearly.

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SKU

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the LCD was together with the Ex Stock offer i think...

Thank you, FromA2B2C and Loki, that's comforting to know.

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My current 9.5 years Latio not cold, back passengers always complain. So I am quite concern about this.

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Sylphy, uses CVT. Find out about that, and see if you are happy with it. The transmission is belt driven.

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On the other hand, Tan Chong is Malaysian. Even if you service your car at Tan Chong JB, the warranty will not be void.

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In terms of space and comfort, Sylphy is better. CVT also means smoother and quieter engine. Looks wise, Nissan sedan has never been good ( except the sports models, Fairlady, GTR).

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A colleague called it: Uncle's kind of car. Mazda has better looks, and 10 years from now, it would still look good, judging from the first M3 model.

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Thanks, my heart is with M3. I test drove twice and feel that it is as good as Audi A3 sedan, which I have also test drove twice.

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Hey! Looks like mine! heheheheheheheh

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I was apprehensive of white in�the beginning, after having a dark one for 8 years. Have gone through several colours, red, silver, light blue, brown, maroon, grey.

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I now find that white does not look so dirty when you get the spray from the car in front�on a wet road.

Grey was worse. Of course silver is better.

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White looks great on a sporty looking car mate :)...white is underrated. Almost everyone says it looks dirty easily, but that's not my experience :)

Hi everyone,
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Am deciding between M3 and Sylphy. Heart says M3 but head says Sylphy. Can I ask if the aircon in M3 is cold enough for rear passengers (esp in the afternoon)�and whether the white leather seat will be easily dirty?
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Thanks in advance!

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My take on rear AC. Don't think it's an issue. The tinting at the rear windows are darker than the front. So it's not too bad. The auto ac, as in any car, will blast then lower the fan speed. My ac is fixed at 24 now. Any lower everybody will freeze.

Nissan? The looks get dated very quickly imo, as the design is very conservative. I drove the old sunny and the experience was horrible.

Edited by EstherLui, 30 June 2015 - 10:40 AM.

anyone tried this website before?

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http://www.carid.com...a-3-fog-lights/

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i only basic model, thinking about adding somethings ;p

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Hey! Looks like mine! heheheheheheheh
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I was apprehensive of white in�the beginning, after having a dark one for 8 years. Have gone through several colours, red, silver, light blue, brown, maroon, grey.
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I now find that white does not look so dirty when you get the spray from the car in front�on a wet road.
Grey was worse. Of course silver is better.

White not as much bird shyt problem. Birds shyt only dark cars. Lol.

Edited by EstherLui, 30 June 2015 - 10:45 AM.

anyone tried this website before?

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http://www.carid.com...a-3-fog-lights/

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i only basic model, thinking about adding somethings ;p

I don't think you can install fog lamp on the standard model or the warranty will be void.

Somebody mentioned on this forum that�Mazda Ubi sells it for about $500 but the control may not be at the stalk. Not sure is it replacement sets or for people to add on to the standard version.

Thank you, FromA2B2C and Loki, that's comforting to know.

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My current 9.5 years Latio not cold, back passengers always complain. So I am quite concern about this.

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Thanks, my heart is with M3. I test drove twice and feel that it is as good as Audi A3 sedan, which I have also test drove twice.

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Good! Welcome to Mazda 3 Club.

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I find the dual zone air con useful. I like it cooler when driving, but my wife can't take too cold, especially at night.

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One thing you will notice, moving from Latio to M3:� The headroom. Latio has high headroom. So just make sure you don't bump your head too often on M3.

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White looks great on a sporty looking car mate :)...white is underrated. Almost everyone says it looks dirty easily, but that's not my experience :)

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Very true, very true indeed. Looks good too. Somehow looks bigger than dark colours.

Edited by Sobriquet, 30 June 2015 - 12:09 PM.

White not as much bird shyt problem. Birds shyt only dark cars. Lol.

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True................ but worse would be red. Attracts lots of birdshits as well as scratches.

Actually I found out that the car needs to drive a bit for the capacitor to be fully charged then when u activate istop the engine won't restart by itself

This morning I drove around 20 min then when I try my istop , the engine did not restart for a whole 60 secs . I notice the capacitor was about 6 bars ( you can see it from your ieloop screen on your Mzconnect screen) . If the capacitor is only 2 bars then the engine will restart very shortly after you activate istop.

If you use your aircon too strongly then the capacitor diminish its bars faster and you might not able to even activate your istop

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After last 2 days of observation, yes it is confirmed!

It restarted the engine at time even my elephant foot is on the brake pedal... as the commander screen show my running low on the capacitor level. ard 1. Can last 2 minutes or more if it is full charged with 6 bars I think....

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Well... the charging of the capacitor is also very fast.... I realized from the screen... brake a few time from high speed... wohoo... it is almost charged.

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Good! Welcome to Mazda 3 Club.
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I find the dual zone air con useful. I like it cooler when driving, but my wife can't take too cold, especially at night.
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One thing you will notice, moving from Latio to M3:� The headroom. Latio has high headroom. So just make sure you don't bump your head too often on M3.

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Very true, very true indeed. Looks good too. Somehow looks bigger than dark colours.

Talk about headroom on M3, how high do you sit? I'm too used to cars with plenty of headroom, I'm having trouble deciding how high to sit. Currently I'm a fist away from the moonroof shade. Plus the front bonnet is so long.

Edited by EstherLui, 30 June 2015 - 12:21 PM.

Hi everyone,

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Am deciding between M3 and Sylphy. Heart says M3 but head says Sylphy. Can I ask if the aircon in M3 is cold enough for rear passengers (esp in the afternoon)�and whether the white leather seat will be easily dirty?

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Thanks in advance!

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Sylphy is mainly for family as it is spacious and quiet. M3 is sporty and got more features than Sylphy and M3 design also better. But take note that M3 headroom is much lower.

Bro, Im interested too. Same white M3 here. Can you PM me the details?

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how much does it cost?

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Bro, Im interested too. Same white M3 here. Can you PM me the details?

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thinking of the ceramics coating too... able to PM the details too.

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cheers!

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SKU

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the LCD was together with the Ex Stock offer i think...

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SKU... so fast.... I still see SKU series up for bidding at LTA website..

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Maybe those SKU on the road are using bidded plate? and... auto system generated still at SKT?

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SKU... so fast.... I still see SKU series up for bidding at LTA website..

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Maybe those SKU on the road are using bidded plate? and... auto system generated still at SKT?

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me no bid leh, spent way too much for a car come to think of it

Hi to all M3 kakis on the road! So many. Lol.

Hi all! �I just got my new M3! �Met another brother who collected together with me at Ubi at 6pm. �Very excited and can' t wait to enjoy my ride. � [laugh] � �I have a question and apologise if it has been asked previously. Does the Nav system offer Traffic monitoring? �I read somewhere that Mazda has an app which can report traffic but cannot find it.

Hi all! �I just got my new M3! �Met another brother who collected together with me at Ubi at 6pm. �Very excited and can' t wait to enjoy my ride. � � �I have a question and apologise if it has been asked previously. Does the Nav system offer Traffic monitoring? �I read somewhere that Mazda has an app which can report traffic but cannot find it.

U have to log on using wifi. Not sure will that occur extra charges.

My cool car )...

Nice car :)

U have to log on using wifi. Not sure will that occur extra charges.

The moment you connect to wifi , the app can download traffic conditions but the subscription is only for one year starting from the moment you click yes after your wifi connection is established. The app is at your navigation page.

I try but it takes a while to download . Have to try again when I have more time

Nice car :)

For point (4)

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Are you referring to Trip A and Trip B. If you press the stick, it will switch between A, B and Total. I think you press and hold to reset

Hope it help

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Just gotten my ride.�

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Some questions puzzling me.....

Wonder if any1 have the same experience as mine?�

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1) Does anyone experience the blue color icon, think is the �"Low coolant temperature" on every cold startup? but the blue light does go off in about 20-30 seconds...

�

2) Does anyone heard loud rev sound on cold startup... thinking the RPM hover around 1-2 K RPM before coming down in the next 10-15 seconds ... is this normal?�

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3) During parking mode and idling, any1 feel that periodically jerk a bit... or maybe i am too sensitive to car motion...�

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4) My old ride have the individual trip distance travel (till next reset)... i can't seem to find this option in M3, only the total mileage travel on the left cluster display...�

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other than above 3 issues.... quite satisfied with the handling.�

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For this... i think the app next page have pretty much more info... .

sadly i havent even save a tree (x 0) .. Only 3.1 KM saved on iStop...

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right now i only in the range of 8.5l/100KM after half tank of gas gone.....�

Wonder if i can achieve 5.6l/100KM in 1 full tank... Look forward to it..

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nice shot! eating Ang pang you tau foo at Katong???

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Hi all! �I just got my new M3! �Met another brother who collected together with me at Ubi at 6pm. �Very excited and can' t wait to enjoy my ride. � � �I have a question and apologise if it has been asked previously. Does the Nav system offer Traffic monitoring? �I read somewhere that Mazda has an app which can report traffic but cannot find it.

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I tried previously and it only provides Traffic in Malaysia, not Singapore.

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My service subscription is only for 3 months, Expired now

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how much does it cost?

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Well, alot of places offer ceramic coating services. i didn't check the market rate, but just went for a recommendation by a friend to use Nick and Vin at Downtown East. i don't think they are cheap, but they did a good job. They spent close to 5 hours on my M3.

Talk about headroom on M3, how high do you sit? I'm too used to cars with plenty of headroom, I'm having trouble deciding how high to sit. Currently I'm a fist away from the moonroof shade. Plus the front bonnet is so long.

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Hehehhheehehh, You have to get used to not seeing the bonnet from where you are sitting. Can be difficult when in a congestion like at the checkpoints. So need to learn how close you can get to the car in front.

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M3 is like a continental car, in that aspect. It is actually meant to run free on highways and well-paved country roads, not in congested Singapore. For that, M2 would be better. Notice, M2 also has a 1.5l engine, but smaller and nifty, for urban driving.

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I actually sit relatively high, to see a little of the bonnet. Thus when I look at the sunshade's mirror, I can get cross-eyed! lol. So looks like we have the same problem. My old M3 SP has better head clearance. I suppose it is a matter of getting used to the car.

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Hehehhheehehh, You have to get used to not seeing the bonnet from where you are sitting. Can be difficult when in a congestion like at the checkpoints. So need to learn how close you can get to the car in front.
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M3 is like a continental car, in that aspect. It is actually meant to run free on highways and well-paved country roads, not in congested Singapore. For that, M2 would be better. Notice, M2 also has a 1.5l engine, but smaller and nifty, for urban driving.
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I actually sit relatively high, to see a little of the bonnet. Thus when I look at the sunshade's mirror, I can get cross-eyed! lol. So looks like we have the same problem. My old M3 SP has better head clearance. I suppose it is a matter of getting used to the car.

It feels strange for me not seeing some bonnet and you'll start raising your head to see what's in front. I'm looking at roughly the middle of the windscreen now. And It doesn't help that the power seats have no memory function. Plus my wife is driving the car occasionally so have to adjust again. Pita man.

Edited by EstherLui, 01 July 2015 - 07:54 AM.

quick question ...

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if you have the blakpunt recorder..

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what is the format of the SD card in?

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32FAT or something else?

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can anyone share? .. [laugh]

in the olden days, people install a stick with light at the front bumper. [laugh]

It feels strange for me not seeing some bonnet and you'll start raising your head to see what's in front. I'm looking at roughly the middle of the windscreen now. And It doesn't help that the power seats have no memory function. Plus my wife is driving the car occasionally so have to adjust again. Pita man.

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Hi bro, mind pm me the shop name and total cost, as well as any necessary maintenance after the treatment?

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Well, alot of places offer ceramic coating services. i didn't check the market rate, but just went for a recommendation by a friend to use Nick and Vin at Downtown East. i don't think they are cheap, but they did a good job. They spent close to 5 hours on my M3.

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I was there. Did the S$35 service and was looking at their ceramic package.

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What is your experience with them, can share?

Thanks

Thank you, FromA2B2C and Loki, that's comforting to know.

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My current 9.5 years Latio not cold, back passengers always complain. So I am quite concern about this.

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Thanks, my heart is with M3. I test drove twice and feel that it is as good as Audi A3 sedan, which I have also test drove twice.

Mz3 interior looks so much better than A3 if you ignore the logo for a moment

Thanks for the tips on traffic info. �Will try to connect WIFI using HP tethering �later and see if it works... [;)]

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Edited by Mikecwm, 01 July 2015 - 04:56 PM.

quick question ...

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if you have the blakpunt recorder..

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what is the format of the SD card in?

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32FAT or something else?

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can anyone share? ..

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Hope i am not wrong, I think SD cards are usually formatted with exFAT

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Hope i am not wrong, I think SD cards are usually formatted with exFAT

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I think default format is FAT32. Because not all devices are able to recognise exFAT. Hence FAT32 is more the commonly used one.

Mazda3 is definitely not like a continental car... feels strange to hear that :p. Finally got to drive it into malaysia roads.... feels 110% like a typical japanese car .. haha. But it is definitely a very value for money car.

Hi

Anyone has their MZ connect screen rebooting intermittently especially after a cold start in the morning ?

My screen keeps going back to the first page, later in the afternoon it sort of resumed normal again . Happen for the past two mornings .

Mazda3 is definitely not like a continental car... feels strange to hear that :p. Finally got to drive it into malaysia roads.... feels 110% like a typical japanese car .. haha. But it is definitely a very value for money car.

How does it feel when driving continental car into msia ?

How does it feel when driving continental car into msia ?

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Feels expensive... hahaha

Mazda3 is definitely not like a continental car... feels strange to hear that :p. Finally got to drive it into malaysia roads.... feels 110% like a typical japanese car .. haha. But it is definitely a very value for money car.

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is it rocket science to say a bmw is definitely not like a japanese car??.. [laugh] [laugh]

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stating the obvious here ..

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Feels expensive... hahaha

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can safely say all cars in singapore are expensive.. some say #1 most expensive in the world!! lols.
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old Mazda 3 used the same platform as Ford Focus - maybe that's where the impression comes from

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i owned a Mazda before and it definitely doesnt drive like honda or toyota. i feel it drives closer to BMW in all honesty but of course the torque and ponies not comparable la. the handling and road feel.... very BMW

old Mazda 3 used the same platform as Ford Focus - maybe that's where the impression comes from

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i owned a Mazda before and it definitely doesnt drive like honda or toyota. i feel it drives closer to BMW in all honesty but of course the torque and ponies not comparable la. the handling and road feel.... very BMW

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Bro, I agree as I test driven both Mazda and BMW 3 series......

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3 series engine pick up is more like Honda's but Mazda's interior and feel is more like BMW's.....

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Merc engine feels more like Mazda's new generation ones....... not tried Audi though......

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I believe the price difference between a beamer/conti and a Jap car is mostly in the before (ads/mktg, etc.) / aftersales service and branding. (Mazda has done a great job in bridging the interior quality with the contis)...

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Hence, depends on what you want in a car..... for showmanship (or seen in one) or value........

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My 2 cents :)
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Bro, I agree as I test driven both Mazda and BMW 3 series......
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3 series engine pick up is more like Honda's but Mazda's interior and feel is more like BMW's.....
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Merc engine feels more like Mazda's new generation ones....... not tried Audi though......
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I believe the price difference between a beamer/conti and a Jap car is mostly in the before (ads/mktg, etc.) / aftersales service and branding. (Mazda has done a great job in bridging the interior quality with the contis)...
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Hence, depends on what you want in a car..... for showmanship (or seen in one) or value........
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My 2 cents :)
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Jap car will forever be jap car. When ppl say Mazda is like conti car they're talking about the materials and features. Design a little conti, maybe. Conti car designs are very distinctive, very euro.

In fact I see that jap cars now have or going for a very similar design. For instance Altis and M3. Gives me the same vibe. A decade ago, cars in this class look staid since they are BB cars. Conti also have staid cars like Opel. Imo Mazda is currently producing aces and setting the trend. That's why I chose it!

My Mazda 3 2L 2010

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What I liked:

- handling very zoom zoom (very close to BMW 320 I tested)

- heavy steering

- paddle shifters (very useful since it is only 5-speed)

- exterior looks good / sporty

-�comes with top line equipment like bi-xenon lights, rain sensor, folding side mirrors

- interior very nice for its time in 2009

- auto door lock when you walk away (i miss this feature!)

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What I didn't like:

- engine is very noisey and under powered (even for 2L on a Mazda 3 body)

- soft plastic on the dashboard melts under the sun! becomes sticky.....

- torque is poor for 2L engine

- parts (original) are quite expensive

- lousy resale value

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