Verdict
At RM173,800 against RM119,620, the BMW asks RM54,180 more for a 156 hp, 230 Nm turbocharged 1.5 litre that reaches 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds and tops out at 230 km/h. The Mazda’s 118 hp, 153 Nm 1.5 litre is the calmer proposition, but it brings adaptive cruise control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist, front and rear Smart City Brake Support, seven airbags and a five-year/100,000 km warranty with free service. For Malaysian buyers, the Mazda is the more fully equipped safety-and-warranty buy; choose the BMW for its stronger performance and better rear-seat amenities.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if you want 156 hp and 230 Nm, a seven-speed wet dual-clutch, rear air-con vents and power adjustment for both front seats.
Pick the Mazda 3 Sedan if you want to save RM54,180 while gaining adaptive cruise control, front and rear autonomous braking, seven airbags and five years of free service.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM173,800; Mazda 3 Sedan RM119,620.
- Power: BMW 156 hp at 4,900 rpm; Mazda 118 hp at 6,000 rpm.
- Torque: BMW 230 Nm at 1,500 rpm; Mazda 153 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
- Wheelbase and boot: BMW 2,670 mm and 430 litres; Mazda 2,725 mm and 444 litres.
- Airbags and autonomous braking: BMW six airbags and no autonomous braking system listed; Mazda seven airbags and front/rear Smart City Brake Support.
- Warranty: BMW two years with unlimited mileage; Mazda five years/100,000 km with free service.
2 Series Gran Coupe
- 156 hp and 230 Nm turbocharged 1.5 litre
- 7-speed wet dual-clutch and 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Rear air-con vents, rear USB-C ports and power front passenger seat
- RM54,180 more expensive
- No autonomous braking system or blind spot information system listed
- Two-year standard warranty versus five years/100,000 km
3 Sedan
- RM54,180 lower purchase price
- Adaptive cruise control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist
- Seven airbags plus front and rear Smart City Brake Support
- 118 hp and 153 Nm trail the BMW’s 156 hp and 230 Nm
- No rear air-con vents
- Manual adjustment for the front passenger seat
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM173,800 | RM119,620✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp at 4,900 rpm✓ | 118 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 153 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,361 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 444 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used 2 Series Gran Coupe & 3 Sedan for sale
2 Series Gran Coupe vs 3 Sedan FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Mazda 3 Sedan better?
The Mazda 3 Sedan is the better-equipped safety and ownership choice, with seven airbags, front and rear autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a five-year/100,000 km warranty. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is better if stronger performance matters most.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs RM54,180 more than the Mazda 3 Sedan: RM173,800 versus RM119,620.
Which car is more powerful?
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is substantially more powerful, producing 156 hp and 230 Nm from its turbocharged 1.5 litre engine. The Mazda 3 Sedan produces 118 hp and 153 Nm from its naturally aspirated 1.5 litre engine.
