Verdict
The Mazda 3 Hatchback BP is the newer, cheaper choice at RM119,620 against RM126,276 for the Mazda 3 Hatchback BM Facelift, yet it gives away a substantial 44 hp and 57 Nm. Its 1.5-litre makes 118 hp and 153 Nm, where the BM’s 2.0-litre delivers 162 hp and 210 Nm; that matters more than the BP’s extra safety and convenience kit if you value overtaking response. The BP does answer with rear SCBS, steering lane assistance, adaptive cruise control and a RM90 annual road tax, versus RM379 for the BM.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback BM Facelift if the 162 hp, 210 Nm 2.0-litre and 308-litre boot matter more than newer driver-assistance features.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback BP if you want the lower RM90 road tax, adaptive cruise control and rear autonomous braking, and can live with 118 hp.
Key differences
- Engine output: BM Facelift 162 hp and 210 Nm; BP 118 hp and 153 Nm.
- Engine capacity: BM Facelift 1,998 cc; BP 1,496 cc.
- Road tax: BM Facelift RM379 per year; BP RM90 per year.
- Wheelbase: BM Facelift 2,700 mm; BP 2,725 mm.
- Boot space: BM Facelift 308 litres; BP 295 litres.
- Kerb weight: BM Facelift 1,344 kg; BP 1,368 kg.
BM Facelift
- 162 hp and 210 Nm from a 2.0-litre petrol engine.
- 308-litre boot, 13 litres larger than the BP’s.
- Front foglamps and map-plus-ambient interior lighting.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist.
- Smart City Brake System operates only from 4-80 km/h and lacks the BP’s rear support.
- RM379 annual road tax, against RM90 for the BP.
BP
- Rear Smart City Brake Support and steering-correction lane keeping.
- Adaptive cruise control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist.
- Dual-zone climate control, front parking sensors and USB-C ports.
- 118 hp and 153 Nm trail the BM Facelift by 44 hp and 57 Nm.
- 295-litre boot is 13 litres smaller.
- No front foglamps and no ambient lighting.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM126,276 | RM119,620✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 153 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 5.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,460 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,344 kg | 1,368 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 308 litres✓ | 295 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes T1 Sport | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake System (4-80 km/h) | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with high beam assist | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Touch-screen with Commander Control, navigation, CD, Bluetooth, AUX and USB, 6 speakers | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and 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 | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Central rev counter with digital speedometer | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km free service | 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.
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BM Facelift vs BP FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Hatchback BM Facelift or Mazda 3 Hatchback BP better?
The BP is better equipped for driver assistance and costs less to tax annually. The BM Facelift is the better pick for performance, with 162 hp and 210 Nm versus the BP’s 118 hp and 153 Nm, plus a slightly larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback BP costs RM6,656 less than the Mazda 3 Hatchback BM Facelift. It is also cheaper to tax each year by RM289, but uses a smaller 1.5-litre engine.
Which Mazda 3 hatchback has better safety assistance?
The BP has the broader active-safety package: front and rear Smart City Brake Support, steering-correction lane keeping, front parking sensors and adaptive cruise control. The BM Facelift has front Smart City Brake System, lane-departure warning and passive cruise control.
