mycarforum: 2014 Mazda 3 part 36

Mazda FREE servicing is really FREE!!. $0. Was told $0 for all new car with free servicing package.( as per their maintenance schedule which in oil and filter). But cabin filter is only a one off replacement until 30/40k ( can't remember) iridium spark plug good for 100k no replacement. Brake pad 60k no replacement..

Tire rotation free as well.

Free until you see consumables such as battery costing $400+.

Free until you see consumables such as battery costing $400+.

Mazda battery include built in I-Eloop function. Online parts store also selling USD$300. Just curious any early m3 owner (skn/ skm) changed their battery other than from Eurokars? Want to find out can the I-Eloop still work? Or at least the car still run smoothly?

No oil change until 10k. During 10 k oil change + cabin filter change.

Fong tat at race course sell Mazda cabin filter for$35. Of course you can always get cheaper ones too.

Mazda battery include built in I-Eloop function. Online parts store also selling USD$300. Just curious any early m3 owner (skn/ skm) changed their battery other than from Eurokars? Want to find out can the I-Eloop still work? Or at least the car still run smoothly?

Fong tat at race course sell Mazda cabin filter for$35. Of course you can always get cheaper ones too.

There are after mkt batteries that cater to energy regenerating function+ start stop functions. Just go google. 400? Im sure can get cheaper outside :)

There are after mkt batteries that cater to energy regenerating function+ start stop functions. Just go google. 400? Im sure can get cheaper outside :)

Anyone out there had tried batteries other than own? Can provide some feedback/info please.

There are after mkt batteries that cater to energy regenerating function+ start stop functions. Just go google. 400? Im sure can get cheaper outside :)

Gone thru your previous post for Varta battery, a search on their website found out that not a single varta start stop battery is recommended m3 2014 (model bm/by) Man... Got to keep searching .

Say if you replace the battery to a another brand outside during warranty, will Mazda void the warranty?

Btw what brand is Mazda using? So ex!

Edited by EstherLui, 26 July 2015 - 02:41 PM.

Can I check with M3 owners. I can hear a noise on the front right dash speaker. Trouble is it only affects a radio channel (gold 90) but not other channels, CD or iPhone. Anyone with this issue? Happened only after 1k service. Sometimes I hate going back coz new problems may surface.

Can I check with M3 owners. I can hear a noise on the front right dash speaker. Trouble is it only affects a radio channel (gold 90) but not other channels, CD or iPhone. Anyone with this issue? Happened only after 1k service. Sometimes I hate going back coz new problems may surface.

If it only happened to 1 channel then I wont listen to that channel

haha..

Gone thru your previous post for Varta battery, a search on their website found out that not a single varta start stop battery is recommended m3 2014 (model bm/by) Man... Got to keep searching .

I read bad comments on varta batts.
I also posted bosch batt link.
maybe that will work...
Anyway I dont think battery will fail this fast...probably can last 2 yrs at least...y current batt lasted 3yr+...but without start stop n all those stuff

Gone thru your previous post for Varta battery, a search on their website found out that not a single varta start stop battery is recommended m3 2014 (model bm/by) Man... Got to keep searching .

Can I check with M3 owners. I can hear a noise on the front right dash speaker. Trouble is it only affects a radio channel (gold 90) but not other channels, CD or iPhone. Anyone with this issue? Happened only after 1k service. Sometimes I hate going back coz new problems may surface.

Its unlikely to be a problem with the in car audio. It could be the 90.5 just happen to have a problem with their broadcast at that time. when u heard that noise did you check on your phone audio or some other tuner device to see if that noise persists?

Its unlikely to be a problem with the in car audio. It could be the 90.5 just happen to have a problem with their broadcast at that time. when u heard that noise did you check on your phone audio or some other tuner device to see if that noise persists?

Just so happens it came right after 1k service. Nah. I just checked today and it still persists. M3 is using windscreen antenna, but the noise wasn't there all these while. Sounds like a speaker with a torn cone or something.

I'd rather it affects 93.3 or something instead. Lol.

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Just got my car last Friday.

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Just like to check, anyone manage to get the door to lock automatically after driving off?

Hello all!
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Just got my car last Friday.
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Just like to check, anyone manage to get the door to lock automatically after driving off?

Unfortunately this function is not included in Singapore M3. The service consultant told me there is no such function. I told him in other countries there is such function. He even told me M6 also don't have. I told him they shouldn't take out this basic safety feature.

Unfortunately this function is not included in Singapore M3. The service consultant told me there is no such function. I told him in other countries there is such function. He even told me M6 also don't have. I told him they shouldn't take out this basic safety feature.

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My 2013 M5 have this feature, But I'm not sure whether its related to my aftermarket keyless entry alarm.

Because Immediately i collect car, I went to install keyless alarm. (M5 stock does not have keyless entry)

Maybe can ask around after market shop for advise...

Hi Mz3 buyer/owners,

I'm searching new budget car to replace my 10 years Nissan Sunny, now shortlist narrow down to Mz3 and K3,

tested drive both in short distance, but cannot tell too much significant information, �

Price Mz3 about 5k expensive,

K3 engine power higher than Mz3 a bit,

Mz3 FC better than K3 (paper stated),

Mz3 rear leg room cramp a bit than K3,

Mz MIJ Vs K3 MIK, reliability wise?

K3 6 Airbags vs Mz3 4 Airbags

can you advise why you choose Mz3 but not K3?

thanks

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Hi Mz3 buyer/owners,

I'm searching new budget car to replace my 10 years Nissan Sunny, now shortlist narrow down to Mz3 and K3,

tested drive both in short distance, but cannot tell too much significant information, �

Price Mz3 about 5k expensive,

K3 engine power higher than Mz3 a bit,

Mz3 FC better than K3 (paper stated),

Mz3 rear leg room cramp a bit than K3,

Mz MIJ Vs K3 MIK, reliability wise?

K3 6 Airbags vs Mz3 4 Airbags

can you advise why you choose Mz3 but not K3?

thanks

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which one will u like to drive more? can least 10 years

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which one will u like to drive more? can least 10 years

a bit inclined to K3, but worry its reliability and durability

Unfortunately this function is not included in Singapore M3. The service consultant told me there is no such function. I told him in other countries there is such function. He even told me M6 also don't have. I told him they shouldn't take out this basic safety feature.

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Hi 7nine, have you tried the steps following the instruction manual on Mazda 3? I have a soft copy which I was looking through and found this:

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The factory settings for Mazda 3 2014 is:

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All the doors and the liftgate/trunk lid
lock automatically when the vehicle
speed is about 20 km/h (12 mph) or
more. All the doors and theliftgate/
trunk lid unlock when the ignition is
switched from ON to Off

You can actually set the settings by following the manual page 3-18. I do hope this feature is included. I cannot imagine a year 2014 car missing a feature my old 2005 car had.

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Mazda 3 operation manual

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Can't test it yet coz my COE bidding wasn't successful last round, so no car yet :(
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Hi Mz3 buyer/owners,
I'm searching new budget car to replace my 10 years Nissan Sunny, now shortlist narrow down to Mz3 and K3,
tested drive both in short distance, but cannot tell too much significant information, �
Price Mz3 about 5k expensive,
K3 engine power higher than Mz3 a bit,
Mz3 FC better than K3 (paper stated),
Mz3 rear leg room cramp a bit than K3,
Mz MIJ Vs K3 MIK, reliability wise?
K3 6 Airbags vs Mz3 4 Airbags
can you advise why you choose Mz3 but not K3?
thanks
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I test k3 and maz3.
Bought mazda 3. Just feel that mazda 3 is a much better build car.
and it looks way better imho.
5k is negligible over 10yrs..mazda 3 better fc will recover that 5k over 10yrs.

Hi Mz3 buyer/owners,

I'm searching new budget car to replace my 10 years Nissan Sunny, now shortlist narrow down to Mz3 and K3,

tested drive both in short distance, but cannot tell too much significant information, �

Price Mz3 about 5k expensive,

K3 engine power higher than Mz3 a bit,

Mz3 FC better than K3 (paper stated),

Mz3 rear leg room cramp a bit than K3,

Mz MIJ Vs K3 MIK, reliability wise?

K3 6 Airbags vs Mz3 4 Airbags

can you advise why you choose Mz3 but not K3?

thanks

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There're also very intangible things, which you shouldn't, but will consider.

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Eg, how does the car feel when you step out of it on a wet Monday morning?

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Since buying a car in Singapore is never rational, you might as well give more thought to such things.

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I've looked at M3 and K3 too. K3 has a really competitive package, 10 year engine warranty, 5 year unlimited mileage, cheaper with a lot more equipment (like rear aircon which even the ultimate M3 won't have). In the end I still went for M3.

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Hi 7nine, have you tried the steps following the instruction manual on Mazda 3? I have a soft copy which I was looking through and found this:
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The factory settings for Mazda 3 2014 is:
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All the doors and the liftgate/trunk lid
lock automatically when the vehicle
speed is about 20 km/h (12 mph) or
more. All the doors and theliftgate/
trunk lid unlock when the ignition is
switched from ON to Off

You can actually set the settings by following the manual page 3-18. I do hope this feature is included. I cannot imagine a year 2014 car missing a feature my old 2005 car had.
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Mazda 3 operation manual
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Can't test it yet coz my COE bidding wasn't successful last round, so no car yet :(
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If you look back in this tread, this has been discussed. The M3 here don't even have the button for you to change the setting. Please post here if anyone has found the solution.

They go with the ang moh chia style - tight leg and head room. Even the BMW 5 series is freaking cramp at the rear.

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Not sure which BMW 5 series you are referring to but I sat at the back of my friend's 528, it is comfortable and spacious. My legs have ample room to move around.

But at times, I really do not understand how designer design their car with limited legroom at the back, eg. peugeot 308. Who the hell can sit at the back for long drive??????

a bit inclined to K3, but worry its reliability and durability

Some things like shiokness factor is priceless. That's why some ppl advise you to go with your heart. Today's specs will be superseded by the next big trend. So if you buy based on specs, the next model will make your current ride old and obsolete.

If you look back in this tread, this has been discussed. The M3 here don't even have the button for you to change the setting. Please post here if anyone has found the solution.

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My apologies. I have since looked at the posts. That's a disappointment. Looks like I have to adopt the habit of locking the car manually then.

All of my cars do not have such function. Haha...whats the big deal? O.o

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My apologies. I have since looked at the posts. That's a disappointment. Looks like I have to adopt the habit of locking the car manually then.

Doesnt take a lot to manually lock the car right?

Doesnt take a lot to manually lock the car right?

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Hi all, i agree it doesnt take too much to manually lock the car, just that I got used to this feature in the past though. Now I have to exercise my fingers more, LOL.

Mazda FREE servicing is really FREE!!. $0. Was told $0 for all new car with free servicing package.( as per their maintenance schedule which in oil and filter). But cabin filter is only a one off replacement until 30/40k ( can't remember) iridium spark plug good for 100k no replacement. Brake pad 60k no replacement..

Tire rotation free as well.

My 07 Mz 3 only just recently replaced the brake pad 190k. My mz 3 has been serviced by AD since day 1. So for someone complainting about $400 battery, well with the amount of electronics you have on board, would you want to sacrifice the electronics due to low current that the cheaper battery provide?

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Anyway battery are consumable, which the AD never dictated that you got to buy from them or else your warranty get void. You can also go to autobacs or any other store that �you can source for yourself.

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anyone know wherelse can i get the hood insulator?

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read that some of the guys here actually bought and installed it...

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is it worth it?

My 07 Mz 3 only just recently replaced the brake pad 190k. My mz 3 has been serviced by AD since day 1. So for someone complainting about $400 battery, well with the amount of electronics you have on board, would you want to sacrifice the electronics due to low current that the cheaper battery provide?

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Anyway battery are consumable, which the AD never dictated that you got to buy from them or else your warranty get void. You can also go to autobacs or any other store that �you can source for yourself.

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Just my 2 cent comment, not meant to offend anyone.�

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uh? brakepads that last 190k km?

seriously?

Driving for one month plus... everything's fine, just irritated that the volume of the audio automatically adjusts itself and sometimes become muffled. Any ways to solve that?

Mazda battery include built in I-Eloop function. Online parts store also selling USD$300. Just curious any early m3 owner (skn/ skm) changed their battery other than from Eurokars? Want to find out can the I-Eloop still work? Or at least the car still run smoothly?

Fong tat at race course sell Mazda cabin filter for$35. Of course you can always get cheaper ones too.

I thought the iloop is an extenal device? Saw some drawings when i open the bonnet, suppose to connect it back when u change battery.

Driving for one month plus... everything's fine, just irritated that the volume of the audio automatically adjusts itself and sometimes become muffled. Any ways to solve that?

Check ur radio under ALC

If you look back in this tread, this has been discussed. The M3 here don't even have the button for you to change the setting. Please post here if anyone has found the solution.

Some accessories shop do sell the module to auto lock the car once you move off or step on the brakes when engine is on.

http://www.autobatte...bent-glass-mat/

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good to know...3 types of batteries...

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Mazda 3 is using the latest.. AGM type... :)

Dear recent new M3 owners,

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Can I check whether when you took delivery of your car, inside the mirrors, devices all these, are any wrapped in plastics like new etc? Appreciate if you could share your experiences.

http://www.autobatte...bent-glass-mat/
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good to know...3 types of batteries...
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Mazda 3 is using the latest.. AGM type... :)

Wah ! check with you , how did you know the M3 is AGM battery ? ??

Wa m3 deluxe upward adjusted from $106,888 to $107,888 over the weekend. Must have had a healthy booking over the weekend.

when u guys got mz3, anyone bought the hatchback?

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it just look so sexy on the road.. :nosebleed:

when u guys got mz3, anyone bought the hatchback?
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it just look so sexy on the road..

Not a fan. Sedan looks a lot like Audi A5. Sportback!

when u guys got mz3, anyone bought the hatchback?
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it just look so sexy on the road..

I did. It's a mazda spirit to drive a hatch back. Since 323 days the hatch or so call 5 doors were head turners.

Thanks Loki. I thought so too. I am about 2000km through the drive, everything so far so good, but my FC is only about 8L/100km. How did you guys achieve 6+? I think it could be much better if the car was lighter, 1300kg is way to heavy. And despite the weight, I noticed the bonnet, doors etc are quite thin when I washed the car. Have to be careful not to rub with too much pressure if not might dent in.�

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Nope, nothing wrapped in plastic. �

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Thanks Loki. I thought so too. I am about 2000km through the drive, everything so far so good, but my FC is only about 8L/100km. How did you guys achieve 6+? I think it could be much better if the car was lighter, 1300kg is way to heavy. And despite the weight, I noticed the bonnet, doors etc are quite thin when I washed the car. Have to be careful not to rub with too much pressure if not might dent in.�

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Ok lah. �I just hit 5000 km. �Getting about 7.4l/100 km. �Good enough for me considering that I am not light-footed plus it's about 50% city driving. �I think that is already pretty darn good. �

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1300 kgs is not that heavy. �What's your driving pattern? �I dunno how people manage to get less than 7L/100km. �I suppose it would be mostly expressway and driving very very light-footed. �

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Ok lah. �I just hit 5000 km. �Getting about 7.4l/100 km. �Good enough for me considering that I am not light-footed plus it's about 50% city driving. �I think that is already pretty darn good. �
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1300 kgs is not that heavy. �What's your driving pattern? �I dunno how people manage to get less than 7L/100km. �I suppose it would be mostly expressway and driving very very light-footed. �

Anyone knw how heavy is the stock 16" rims?

Im thinking of changing it to light weight rims... probably will push the Fc to 17km per l haha

Driving for one month plus... everything's fine, just irritated that the volume of the audio automatically adjusts itself and sometimes become muffled. Any ways to solve that?

I don't drive Mz3 but last time I drive M5. The volume of my M5 goes with the speed I travelled and adjusted automatically. Check the settings and the manual there is something to adjust this. If can't find, just called your SE and he/she will sure know how to adjust.

Yah actually it was good enough for me, my previous car was averaging 11L/100km on about 40% highway, 60% city. This Mazda is about 100kg heavier thn an equivalent-sized FD civic. Wonder where the weight goes as the metal is really v thin, perhaps the frame is thicker.

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Btw, whn people say handling of a car is good, what does handling refer to?

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Ok lah. �I just hit 5000 km. �Getting about 7.4l/100 km. �Good enough for me considering that I am not light-footed plus it's about 50% city driving. �I think that is already pretty darn good. �

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1300 kgs is not that heavy. �What's your driving pattern? �I dunno how people manage to get less than 7L/100km. �I suppose it would be mostly expressway and driving very very light-footed. �

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For me handling refers to the sharpness of the steering and the roll when cornering.

My current awd wrx has very good control and grip but steering feel is disappointing. The min turning radius for maz3 is also much smaller.

Fc for my current car is single digit km per L.

For me too, I would think handling would refer for the most part to the preciseness of the steering and directional change. Maybe my expectation is high on this aspect but the Mazda seems abit lacking on this or is it only for my unit? The car do feel very planted and stable during sharp turns though.�

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And yeah, I think you will appreciate the so much better FC haha... I managed to stretch from pumping once every week to 11 - 12 days. Similar quantity of fuel each time.�

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For me handling refers to the sharpness of the steering and the roll when cornering.

My current awd wrx has very good control and grip but steering feel is disappointing. The min turning radius for maz3 is also much smaller.

Fc for my current car is single digit km per L.

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Edited by Velmont, 29 July 2015 - 01:25 PM.

Does anyone know if we can change the FC unit from L/100km to km/L

For me too, I would think handling would refer for the most part to the preciseness of the steering and directional change. Maybe my expectation is high on this aspect but the Mazda seems abit lacking on this or is it only for my unit? The car do feel very planted and stable during sharp turns though.�
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And yeah, I think you will appreciate the so much better FC haha... I managed to stretch from pumping once every week to 11 - 12 days. Similar quantity of fuel each time.�
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M3 handling is considered very good for a stock BB sedan. If you want to improve it, there's the usual anti roll bar, stiffer shocks, etc...

Mazda 3 is using electric steering....
cant expect too much...
haha....one of youtube clip, the engineers did mentioned something about tilting thrle suspension angle to maximise steering accuracy and feel....

Maybe thats why people complain about its suspension knocking sound

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I am going to get the mazda 3 standard. I saw online that the mazda that fit with a bigger rim looks sporty and I heard out stock tire size very odd. But any recommendation what size will be the best? 17"? Will it void the warranty? Will FC affect alot?

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Sorry for the noobie qns.

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I am going to get the mazda 3 standard. I saw online that the mazda that fit with a bigger rim looks sporty and I heard out stock tire size very odd. But any recommendation what size will be the best? 17"? Will it void the warranty? Will FC affect alot?

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Sorry for the noobie qns.

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i swap for 17", Yokohama A Spec available in 215/50/R17

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actually i think 18" with low profile can fit, but the price is a lot of diff, plus only the 2L have enuf power for the drag cos of wider tyres

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get insurance from Mazda for year 1, covered by warrenty

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i swap for 17", Yokohama A Spec available in 215/50/R17

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actually i think 18" with low profile can fit, but the price is a lot of diff, plus only the 2L have enuf power for the drag cos of wider tyres

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get insurance from Mazda for year 1, covered by warrenty

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Thanks! How much u paying for swapping?

Yah actually it was good enough for me, my previous car was averaging 11L/100km on about 40% highway, 60% city. This Mazda is about 100kg heavier thn an equivalent-sized FD civic. Wonder where the weight goes as the metal is really v thin, perhaps the frame is thicker.

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Btw, whn people say handling of a car is good, what does handling refer to?

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i go into corners a lot of confidence with a mazda compared to Altis / Vios / Jazz / City. i did not try K3, nor Elantra.

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in fact my old Mazda 3 SP corners better than the current due to the steering weight... but i appreciate the electric steering when in carpark ;p

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Thanks! How much u paying for swapping?

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i paid about 800... drive from ubi direct to change

Hi all,

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I am going to get the mazda 3 standard. I saw online that the mazda that fit with a bigger rim looks sporty and I heard out stock tire size very odd. But any recommendation what size will be the best? 17"? Will it void the warranty? Will FC affect alot?

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Sorry for the noobie qns.

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not considering the deluxe version? haha

anyway i also want to swap the stock rims out...but to lighter ones...to up the FC... :)

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i got the deluxe version..waiting for my delivery and coe�

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i swap for 17", Yokohama A Spec available in 215/50/R17

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actually i think 18" with low profile can fit, but the price is a lot of diff, plus only the 2L have enuf power for the drag cos of wider tyres

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get insurance from Mazda for year 1, covered by warrenty

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can i ask what was the trade in price offered?

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what rims have you changed to? taiwan replica?

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when u guys got mz3, anyone bought the hatchback?

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it just look so sexy on the road..

more ex leh... n no boot!

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Mazda 3 sedan looks hatchy enuf for me ;p

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Thanks! How much u paying for swapping?

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800, TW replica i guess. 60 % highway => 7.2L/100km. 90% highway gentle throttle best i got was 6L/100km. but hell, i almost fall asleep driving like that!

Edited by Vegas, 29 July 2015 - 09:14 PM.

Does anyone know if we can change the FC unit from L/100km to km/L

M3 handling is considered very good for a stock BB sedan. If you want to improve it, there's the usual anti roll bar, stiffer shocks, etc...

Wow. Only one quote came to mind in a non sexist way
" din figure you for mechanical"

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Your brakes damn clean..LOL

more ex leh... n no boot!
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Mazda 3 sedan looks hatchy enuf for me ;p

I just check e price and saw. 5k more for hatch. Deep breath!! ...

But it's sexier. Hahaha. Congrats bro. It looks dam long e car.

I just check e price and saw. 5k more for hatch. Deep breath!! ...

But it's sexier. Hahaha. Congrats bro. It looks dam long e car.

The bonnet to long... haha sacrified the interior space for the looks...

I also dont understand why the hatchbk is more expensive...and smaller...

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not considering the deluxe version? haha

anyway i also want to swap the stock rims out...but to lighter ones...to up the FC... :)

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i got the deluxe version..waiting for my delivery and coe�

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Dont think the 7k worth it. What is the coe when u q?

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Hope the speaker will perform better than my stock speaker in my current ride.

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Dont think the 7k worth it. What is the coe when u q?
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Hope the speaker will perform better than my stock speaker in my current ride.

Coe was 58.7k. Just before the recent drop to 55k+

The bonnet to long... haha sacrified the interior space for the looks...

I also dont understand why the hatchbk is more expensive...and smaller...

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Rumour going around saying hatchbacks are more complex to manufacture than sedans, hence the price.

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Got to agree though, thought the M3 sedan looks sporty, but heck, the M3 hatchback looks very sexy. Especially if paired correctly with the right rims and colour.�

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Dont think the 7k worth it. What is the coe when u q?

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Hope the speaker will perform better than my stock speaker in my current ride.

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same... i don't think a lot of the 7k is worth it... esp cruise control and keyless entry. makes no difference to me at all.

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the one thing i really can't get over is the locally fitted leather.

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I didn't need many of the stuff in the deluxe... keyless entry is a total gimmick (since there is already start/stop button), satnav refresh need to pay $, and foglamps are purely for aesthetics (since when did singapore have fog?)

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some other stuff that i feel should be standard across the range are heads-up display and 4 airbags. unfortunately this is not an a la carte and cannot pick and choose. but the motor industry should really move towards a standardised safety package.

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same... i don't think a lot of the 7k is worth it... esp cruise control and keyless entry. makes no difference to me at all.
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the one thing i really can't get over is the locally fitted leather.

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Think 2 months back when Coe was higher. It had headsup display, the plastic speed display on top of dash. Leather u also asked if was local or fty fitted. But e omv between mz2 & 3 only less than 3k iirc.

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same... i don't think a lot of the 7k is worth it... esp cruise control and keyless entry. makes no difference to me at all.
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the one thing i really can't get over is the locally fitted leather.

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I thought only the standard has locally fitted leather?

Some people think that with all this tech, a key fob is redundant. If this were so, then the engineers have to think of how to electrically identify the owner of the car, where the physical key is going to be if you need to open the door when the keyless system fails. The engine stop/start is only going to work when it detects the correct key fob. It's necessary tech imo. Just that the fob can be a little slimmer and card like, like some conti brands.

Edited by EstherLui, 30 July 2015 - 07:37 AM.

Can I check with M3 owners. I can hear a noise on the front right dash speaker. Trouble is it only affects a radio channel (gold 90) but not other channels, CD or iPhone. Anyone with this issue? Happened only after 1k service. Sometimes I hate going back coz new problems may surface.

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Noise as in distortion? I do faced problem with certain channel. i suspect is the frequency interference. I stay near airbases area...

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Thanks Loki. I thought so too. I am about 2000km through the drive, everything so far so good, but my FC is only about 8L/100km. How did you guys achieve 6+? I think it could be much better if the car was lighter, 1300kg is way to heavy. And despite the weight, I noticed the bonnet, doors etc are quite thin when I washed the car. Have to be careful not to rub with too much pressure if not might dent in.�

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I am into 1700++ KM drive, and using Shell95. But most of time i only have 1 or 2pax.�

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1st �pump: 8.3l/100km ~ likely i have been playing with the instrument in idling mode. burn petrol sia..

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2nd �pump: 7.4/l/100km

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3rd pump: 6.9l/100km

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4th: 6.5/100km

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5th: 6.7/100km

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Lowest i achieve is 4.3l/100km (Per drive).... that is when i drive on 95% uninterrupted (no traffic jam) back home.

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Maybe shell98 or V can do better?�

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Noise as in distortion? I do faced problem with certain channel. i suspect is the frequency interference. I stay near airbases area...
Switch other channel no problem.�

If you've heard a speaker with a torn cone, it sounds like like that. But as mysteriously as it came, now it's mysteriously gone. Thought it's the area, but now I don't think so.

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I am into 1700++ KM drive, and using Shell95. But most of time i only have 1 or 2pax.�
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1st �pump: 8.3l/100km ~ likely i have been playing with the instrument in idling mode. burn petrol sia..
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2nd �pump: 7.4/l/100km
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3rd pump: 6.9l/100km
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4th: 6.5/100km
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5th: 6.7/100km
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Lowest i achieve is 4.3l/100km (Per drive).... that is when i drive on 95% uninterrupted (no traffic jam) back home.
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Maybe shell98 or V can do better?�

Not bad at all... how many % on expressway?

just went for 5k servicing.

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Didn't change engine oil. told that it will be changed only at 10k.

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pumped Ron98 for this new tank. seems a bit more responsive or maybe even placebo event.

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getting average 6.5L/100KM. 80% expressway driving.

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the car pickup when it is around the 60-70 km/hr range in motion is actually quite good imo for Singapore driving.

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I am into 1700++ KM drive, and using Shell95. But most of time i only have 1 or 2pax.�

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1st �pump: 8.3l/100km ~ likely i have been playing with the instrument in idling mode. burn petrol sia..

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2nd �pump: 7.4/l/100km

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3rd pump: 6.9l/100km

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4th: 6.5/100km

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5th: 6.7/100km

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Lowest i achieve is 4.3l/100km (Per drive).... that is when i drive on 95% uninterrupted (no traffic jam) back home.

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Maybe shell98 or V can do better?�

always feel lowest ron gives best mileage. the 98 and v power => better performance, but mileage same or even drop!

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right leg heavy

Thought of getting this M3...wats the latest pricing? M2 cheaper by how much? Any sales ppl to intro? Thks!

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I am into 1700++ KM drive, and using Shell95. But most of time i only have 1 or 2pax.�
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1st �pump: 8.3l/100km ~ likely i have been playing with the instrument in idling mode. burn petrol sia..
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2nd �pump: 7.4/l/100km
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3rd pump: 6.9l/100km
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4th: 6.5/100km
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5th: 6.7/100km
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Lowest i achieve is 4.3l/100km (Per drive).... that is when i drive on 95% uninterrupted (no traffic jam) back home.
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Maybe shell98 or V can do better?�

Since we're on the topic of FC, there's something I don't understand.

I thought our tank is 51 litres. My range left 25km this morning but I could only pump 44 litres.

Does that mean we can still drive about 50km after the range hit 0?

I thought the iloop is an extenal device? Saw some drawings when i open the bonnet, suppose to connect it back when u change battery.

Check ur radio under ALC

Where can I find ALC for my Standard M3?

Since we're on the topic of FC, there's something I don't understand.

I thought our tank is 51 litres. My range left 25km this morning but I could only pump 44 litres.

Does that mean we can still drive about 50km after the range hit 0?

Heard that jdm has another 10l reserve tank aft the range hit 0. Nt sure. Go google?

Where can I find ALC for my Standard M3?

Keep pressing the menu button. Then turn alc to 0

Heard that jdm has another 10l reserve tank aft the range hit 0. Nt sure. Go google?

Usually the reserve is 7-8l. So 44l seems about right

Another Can I check with owner question. Is the back seat as pictured floppy?

Hi Kakis, may j know whether you guys experience deflected light or poor views at night like mine as shown in the picture? Seems like the defroster lines are defecting light to me.

Hi Kakis, may j know whether you guys experience deflected light or poor views at night like mine as shown in the picture? Seems like the defroster lines are defecting light to me.image.jpg

The anti glare function is on.

The anti glare function is on.

I tried turning on and off the anti glare and result is the same. You don't have the same problem as mine?

I tried turning on and off the anti glare and result is the same. You don't have the same problem as mine?

I leave it on. I noticed there's no diff when turned off. But yeah, it looks like that.

I leave it on. I noticed there's no diff when turned off. But yeah, it looks like that.

This is bad. Those lights are glaring at night. Thought mine is a defect. Thanks for your reply.

This is bad. Those lights are glaring at night. Thought mine is a defect. Thanks for your reply.

It does dim the headlights of cars at night. But it also darkens the whole view. Anyway I hardly look at the rear view mirror. Hehe.

deluxe or standard?

standard leather seats are fitted locally...

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Another Can I check with owner question. Is the back seat as pictured floppy?

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Mazda raise their price by 1k more today..

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seems like they are on track to hit no.1 overtaking Altis...either that, or they are simply not interested in driving more sales...LOL

Has anyone seen what a locally fitted white interior looks like?

deluxe or standard?
standard leather seats are fitted locally...
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Mazda raise their price by 1k more today..
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seems like they are on track to hit no.1 overtaking Altis...either that, or they are simply not interested in driving more sales...LOL

Deluxe. When you yank on the belt, the seat cushion actually lifts up (without passenger seated).

Anyone of you interested in the stock 17" rim on Mazda 6? May want to swop out for aftermarket.

Anyone of you interested in the stock 17" rim on Mazda 6? May want to swop out for aftermarket.

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i was interested...but the tyres of Mazda 6 is not a direct fit to mazda 3. the rims are.

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you selling the rims only? can PM me your price if suits.

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someone from marketplace is selling his rims+tyres for 880.

Hi Kakis, may j know whether you guys experience deflected light or poor views at night like mine as shown in the picture? Seems like the defroster lines are defecting light to me.image.jpg

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Did you install solar film? Need to wait for the water around the defroster lines to dry up and the deflected light will be gone. Note: Don't turn on the defroster now as it may create big bubbles under the film.�

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Did you install solar film? Need to wait for the water around the defroster lines to dry up and the deflected light will be gone. Note: Don't turn on the defroster now as it may create big bubbles under the film.�

No solar film installed. Think there's some miscommunication. I'm concerned more on the defroster lines. You will notice that the lines deflect light even if the back windscreen is clear. Dunno whether is this supposed to be like that.

anyone having the problem sometimes the navigation goes wrongly?�

it seems can not locate ur car correctly?

Thanks Loki. I thought so too. I am about 2000km through the drive, everything so far so good, but my FC is only about 8L/100km. How did you guys achieve 6+? I think it could be much better if the car was lighter, 1300kg is way to heavy. And despite the weight, I noticed the bonnet, doors etc are quite thin when I washed the car. Have to be careful not to rub with too much pressure if not might dent in.�

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Used to be a joke way back then about Japanese cars. If you polish too hard, you'll find the word Ovaltine. Supposed to be made from recycled cans!

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These days the metal must crumple to protect the occupants of the car as well as the pedestrians. That's how to get 5 stars rating.

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The only cars you get with metal hard enough for you to stand on the roof, would be those made in India, like the Mahendra. I was fascinated to see the attendant loading luggage on the roof with him standing on it!

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Ok lah. �I just hit 5000 km. �Getting about 7.4l/100 km. �Good enough for me considering that I am not light-footed plus it's about 50% city driving. �I think that is already pretty darn good. �

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1300 kgs is not that heavy. �What's your driving pattern? �I dunno how people manage to get less than 7L/100km. �I suppose it would be mostly expressway and driving very very light-footed. �

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Mine is much higher between 8 and 9. Turned off the iStop most of the time...........

....................... and also using JB petrol too! lol

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Anyway for those interested:

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Mazda JB Servicing Centre:

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Azam Motors Sdn Bhd�� [ Azam means determine ]

Lot 103394. Jalan Permas 7 ( Off Jalan Permas Utara )

Bandar Baru Permas Jaya,

81750 Johor Bahru

Johor

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Sales:� Tel� 07-3871188

�� Fax� 07-3860692

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Services

Tel� 07-3879988

Fax�07-3880960

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I haven't tried them because car is still under warranty.� But just in case you need their services in Johor, it is a good number to keep.

more ex leh... n no boot!

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Mazda 3 sedan looks hatchy enuf for me ;p

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Hmmmm Vegas, your wheels certainly look good! Garang! But too garang for `Uncle' like me! lol

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Dont think the 7k worth it. What is the coe when u q?

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Hope the speaker will perform better than my stock speaker in my current ride.

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I'm driving the Standard, but for young people the Deluxe would be better. I chose Standard because I'm the only driver, don't answer calls while driving ( don't even use the Bluetooth) and don't like too many electronics, as they are the ones that will usually fail. And don't drive that fast either, so HUD is not essential.

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I don't use the navigation system that comes with cars, because I plan my journies in the comfort of my room. Learnt my lesson when I entered the tunnel in KL. Lost satellite reception, and didn't know which lane to take upon exiting. Updating is also easier with a stanbd alone unit.

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Rumour going around saying hatchbacks are more complex to manufacture than sedans, hence the price.

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Got to agree though, thought the M3 sedan looks sporty, but heck, the M3 hatchback looks very sexy. Especially if paired correctly with the right rims and colour.�

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The real reason is hatchbacks are more popular in other countries, but not Singapore.

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Thus the OMV for hatchbacks are higher. Look at Honda Jazz / Fit. If you really compare with Mazda 3, yoiu will know which oen is your money worth. But Jazz�/ Fit costs more, because of the demand by young people.

I thought only the standard has locally fitted leather?

Some people think that with all this tech, a key fob is redundant. If this were so, then the engineers have to think of how to electrically identify the owner of the car, where the physical key is going to be if you need to open the door when the keyless system fails. The engine stop/start is only going to work when it detects the correct key fob. It's necessary tech imo. Just that the fob can be a little slimmer and card like, like some conti brands.

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Maybe the problem here is that with card like key, peopel woudl place it in their wallet. Not wearing suit, because of our climate, and not having a handbag, many men would place their wallets in their back pocket. That could damage the key card.

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I am into 1700++ KM drive, and using Shell95. But most of time i only have 1 or 2pax.�

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1st �pump: 8.3l/100km ~ likely i have been playing with the instrument in idling mode. burn petrol sia..

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2nd �pump: 7.4/l/100km

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3rd pump: 6.9l/100km

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4th: 6.5/100km

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5th: 6.7/100km

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Lowest i achieve is 4.3l/100km (Per drive).... that is when i drive on 95% uninterrupted (no traffic jam) back home.

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Maybe shell98 or V can do better?�

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Try Shell V-Power Racing. Lovely!

anyone having the problem sometimes the navigation goes wrongly?�

it seems can not locate ur car correctly?

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GPS depends on several factors - tall buildings around, cloud cover, the chip used, and residual memory from last settings, the satellites' positions etc.

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So like people sometimes forget, GPS does get confused especially when you don't switch it on all the time. It may still think it is at the last place you use it.

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But, it should function normally in a while.

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GPS depends on several factors - tall buildings around, cloud cover, the chip used, and residual memory from last settings, the satellites' positions etc.

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So like people sometimes forget, GPS does get confused especially when you don't switch it on all the time. It may still think it is at the last place you use it.

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But, it should function normally in a while.

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Thanks. I do switch it on all the time(i dun know how to switch it off, can share?) , so my case is like this when i started engine it will run wrongly all the way (mainly blocks ahead of my current position), until i engine off and reboot, it usually can go back to normal.�

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so it become a very noisy problem to me. sometimes i only found my GPS not accurate on freeway. so i need to find a exit first then somehow reset it to make it work� [:|]

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Thanks. I do switch it on all the time(i dun know how to switch it off, can share?) , so my case is like this when i started engine it will run wrongly all the way (mainly blocks ahead of my current position), until i engine off and reboot, it usually can go back to normal.�

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so it become a very noisy problem to me. sometimes i only found my GPS not accurate on freeway. so i need to find a exit first then somehow reset it to make it work�

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I'm driving Standard, so no GPS. I use my own Garmin, or Waze. Usually Garmin to save my phone battery.

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I do find car gps bothersome actually. Or perhaps I'm just more comfortable with the Garmin, which comes with free lifetime map updates.

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Your problem sounds like the bad memory case. I wonder what chip set it is using. It reminds me of my first GPS, a Garmin 255W. Takes a long time to locate satellite, thus the location problem. But no need to reset, as after some time ( can�be as long as 10 minutes ) it got the location right. Cloudy days seemed to be the problem to that model.

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I'm driving Standard, so no GPS. I use my own Garmin, or Waze. Usually Garmin to save my phone battery.

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I do find car gps bothersome actually. Or perhaps I'm just more comfortable with the Garmin, which comes with free lifetime map updates.

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Your problem sounds like the bad memory case. I wonder what chip set it is using. It reminds me of my first GPS, a Garmin 255W. Takes a long time to locate satellite, thus the location problem. But no need to reset, as after some time ( can�be as long as 10 minutes ) it got the location right. Cloudy days seemed to be the problem to that model.

thanks for sharing. im considering go down workshop to let them have a look. but seems they all r not expert on software. so probably they dunno what to do as well . haiz

thanks for sharing. im considering go down workshop to let them have a look. but seems they all r not expert on software. so probably they dunno what to do as well . haiz

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Hopefully they can do somethign like upgrading the software. They should be able to actually.

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Anyway for interest sake:

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Malaysian prices for Mazda 3

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The�top of the line, HB is about SGD45k 2.0 litre Metallic. ( without insurance )

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The frist price is for Peninsular Malaysia and the 2nd price for East Malaysia. Somehow the table does not come out properly here.

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Model

Specification

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Peninsular Malaysia
Price OTR
Without Insurance

East Malaysia
Price OTR
without�Insurance

Mazda3 CKD FL 1.6SDN

�1.6L Sedan (GL), 1598 cc

Solid

RM100,674.00

RM102,916.00

Metallic

RM101,074.00

RM103,316.00

Mazda3 CKD FL 1.6HB

�1.6L HB (GL), 1598 cc

Solid

RM105,953.00

RM108,195.00

Metallic

RM106,353.00

RM108,595.00

Mazda3 CKD FL 2.0SDN

�2.0L Sedan (GLS), 1999 cc

Solid

RM120,674.50

RM122,828.80

Metallic

RM121,074.50

RM123,228.80

Mazda3 CKD FL 2.0HB�

�2.0L HB (GLS), 1999cc

Solid

RM125,999.50

RM128,153.80

Metallic

RM126,399.50

RM128,553.80

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Edited by Sobriquet, 04 August 2015 - 10:11 AM.

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Maybe the problem here is that with card like key, peopel woudl place it in their wallet. Not wearing suit, because of our climate, and not having a handbag, many men would place their wallets in their back pocket. That could damage the key card.

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Try Shell V-Power Racing. Lovely!

Price also very lovely.

Price also very lovely.

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Hehehhehehe Very true, very true indeed.

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But I'm paying SGD$1.10 per litre at the Shell station along Jalan Wong Ah Fook, the road in front of City Square JB, since I go to JB for other matters.

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Hehehhehehe Very true, very true indeed.
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But I'm paying SGD$1.10 per litre at the Shell station along Jalan Wong Ah Fook, the road in front of City Square JB, since I go to JB for other matters.

Nowadays the difference btw vpower racing and 97 has widened alot. 97 245c and vpw at 310c...not worth the premium imho.

Since last COE bidding on 23 July, which saw another 3.5k drop in Cat A, Mazda Motors has initially dropped $2k on 24 July but subsequently increased $1k on 28 Jul, another $1k on 31 Jul and just yesterday (3 Aug) yet another $2k (total increased $4k)... �Any theories on in creeping price in view of the dropping COE trend? �

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My own theory is that Mazda Mortor is beefing up its profit margin since they have made enough sales in the last 1 - 2 months and have to digest the order. �My own order is amongst 1 of the 70 unused COE (i.e. $1 short) and my personal guess is that Mazda's order probably comprised a large part (if not all) of that 70 unsuccessful bid of $25,888. � [:p]

Since last COE bidding on 23 July, which saw another 3.5k drop in Cat A, Mazda Motors has initially dropped $2k on 24 July but subsequently increased $1k on 28 Jul, another $1k on 31 Jul and just yesterday (3 Aug) yet another $2k (total increased $4k)... �Any theories on in creeping price in view of the dropping COE trend? �
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My own theory is that Mazda Mortor is beefing up its profit margin since they have made enough sales in the last 1 - 2 months and have to digest the order. �My own order is amongst 1 of the 70 unused COE (i.e. $1 short) and my personal guess is that Mazda's order probably comprised a large part (if not all) of that 70 unsuccessful bid of $25,888. �

Maybe this batch of shipment (aug) is filled... so no urgency to gather more orders. It reflect badly on them if buyers bought but no bid for coe.. since car is not here they may not bid.

think the last increase kinda wayang. main �aim is to reduce price greater than the COE drop (ie make it spectacular)

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The first increase is just to get pple to sign up asap rather than wait another week and see.

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Obviously the good showing in the showrooms also help.

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anyway think that Mazda is usually quite confident of securing COE �

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Since last COE bidding on 23 July, which saw another 3.5k drop in Cat A, Mazda Motors has initially dropped $2k on 24 July but subsequently increased $1k on 28 Jul, another $1k on 31 Jul and just yesterday (3 Aug) yet another $2k (total increased $4k)... �Any theories on in creeping price in view of the dropping COE trend? �

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My own theory is that Mazda Mortor is beefing up its profit margin since they have made enough sales in the last 1 - 2 months and have to digest the order. �My own order is amongst 1 of the 70 unused COE (i.e. $1 short) and my personal guess is that Mazda's order probably comprised a large part (if not all) of that 70 unsuccessful bid of $25,888. �

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think the last increase kinda wayang. main �aim is to reduce price greater than the COE drop (ie make it spectacular)
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The first increase is just to get pple to sign up asap rather than wait another week and see.
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Obviously the good showing in the showrooms also help.
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anyway think that Mazda is usually quite confident of securing COE �
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Yeah. If they want to get the car out to buyers, Eurokar is pretty aggressive in their bidding. Mine they put a high max bid amount.

Not bad at all... how many % on expressway?

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75% on expressway. 25% at urban. for those 6.xl/100KM... 4.xl/100KM is like 85% expressway and on weekend. no jam jam..�

Since we're on the topic of FC, there's something I don't understand.

I thought our tank is 51 litres. My range left 25km this morning but I could only pump 44 litres.

Does that mean we can still drive about 50km after the range hit 0?

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That sound weird... perhaps u should monitor in the next few pumps and see if this persist.

Normally my "low fuel" light indicator came up one it dropped to 2 bars in the guage meter.�

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Please don't go into the range of 0. unsure what happen and may damage the engine... [;)]

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That sound weird... perhaps u should monitor in the next few pumps and see if this persist.
Normally my "low fuel" light indicator came up one it dropped to 2 bars in the guage meter.�
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Please don't go into the range of 0. unsure what happen and may damage the engine...

Warning light comes up when it's near to using your reserve fuel.

And reserve is usually around 10% of your entire tank capacity.

Warning light comes up when it's near to using your reserve fuel.

And reserve is usually around 10% of your entire tank capacity.

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oh... so that is another warning light on top of the "need refuel" indicator light...

At least now i know... i dont need to exit an expressway to find a petrol ksiok.

Regarding the suspension noise when going over humps one rainy days, has any owners of Mazda 3 got it resolved?

Warning light comes up when it's near to using your reserve fuel.

And reserve is usually around 10% of your entire tank capacity.

So it's true that after hitting 0, there's still about 5 litres of petrol to travel around 50km. Right?

So it's true that after hitting 0, there's still about 5 litres of petrol to travel around 50km. Right?

But your fuel pump might up lorry earlier than usual if keep doing this.

Regarding the suspension noise when going over humps one rainy days, has any owners of Mazda 3 got it resolved?

rain these 2 days, no hear anything... which suspension no sound?

But your fuel pump might up lorry earlier than usual if keep doing this.

not an issue.

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my 3SP version, run it dry everytank for 8 yrs, 580 to 600km every thank for a 55L tanks. Reserve Tank was 10L then

Pump all ok.

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New 3, er... haven figure out what is the reserve tank, i believe it should be 10L as well. cos when pump light came on, fuel display will show 2 bar left. i think can easily drive more than 100km as i only top up 41L when top up

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Dun look for me if u run out of fuel!! do ur own checks pls

rain these 2 days, no hear anything... which suspension no sound?

Sorry, I am not referring to the usual bump and thump noise emitted from the suspension and I hope that you don't question the way as if someone have offended you. I read between this topic under 2014 Mazda 3 and realised that some owners have encountered suspension "clucking" noise when going over bumps especially on wet weather and hence wonder if any of them has got the issues resolved.

Sorry, I am not referring to the usual bump and thump noise emitted from the suspension and I hope that you don't question the way as if someone have offended you. I read between this topic under 2014 Mazda 3 and realised that some owners have encountered suspension "clucking" noise when going over bumps especially on wet weather and hence wonder if any of them has got the issues resolved.

sorry no offence meant.�

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the issue will never be solved. it has been there since the original mazda 3. at least 15 yo problem, i do not believe they change the suspension set up too much.

sorry no offence meant.�

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the issue will never be solved. it has been there since the original mazda 3. at least 15 yo problem, i do not believe they change the suspension set up too much.

complain during servicing, they will change the lower arm, always on left side.

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warrenty over, no change lower arm, also no problem. no oil leak and no issue for me.

sorry no offence meant.�

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the issue will never be solved. it has been there since the original mazda 3. at least 15 yo problem, i do not believe they change the suspension set up too much.

complain during servicing, they will change the lower arm, always on left side.

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warrenty over, no change lower arm, also no problem. no oil leak and no issue for me.

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Thank you. It seems like not all of the owners encounter the issue. Among the Japanese makers, Mazda impresses me most, being the build, style, quality and engineering. Hope the Mazda can resolve this issue on the facelifted model.

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Edited by Heartbreakid, 04 August 2015 - 09:35 PM.

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