Verdict
At RM119,620, the Mazda 3 Sedan is RM233 cheaper than the RM119,853 Nissan Teana, yet it brings 7 airbags, front and rear autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. Its 5.8 L/100 km rating and RM90 annual road tax also undercut the Teana’s 7.4 L/100 km and RM379. The Teana answers with proper D-segment dimensions: it is 225 mm longer, has a 50 mm longer wheelbase and a 516-litre boot. Choose the Mazda for its markedly fuller safety and convenience specification; choose the Nissan if rear-seat room, luggage capacity and its 190 Nm matter more.
Pick the Mazda 3 Sedan if you want 7 airbags, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and lower 5.8 L/100 km consumption.
Pick the Nissan Teana if you need the larger 4,885-mm body, 516-litre boot, rear air-con vents and 190 Nm.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 3 Sedan RM119,620; Nissan Teana RM119,853.
- Engine output: Mazda 3 Sedan 118 hp and 153 Nm; Nissan Teana 134 hp and 190 Nm.
- Rated fuel economy: Mazda 3 Sedan 5.8 L/100 km; Nissan Teana 7.4 L/100 km.
- Length and wheelbase: Mazda 3 Sedan 4,660 mm and 2,725 mm; Nissan Teana 4,885 mm and 2,775 mm.
- Boot and fuel tank: Mazda 3 Sedan 444 litres and 51 litres; Nissan Teana 516 litres and 65 litres.
- Warranty: Mazda 3 Sedan 5 years/100,000 km with free service; Nissan Teana 3 years/100,000 km.
3 Sedan
- 7 airbags, blind-spot monitoring and front/rear autonomous braking.
- Adaptive cruise control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist.
- Lower 5.8 L/100 km rating and RM90 annual road tax.
- Smaller 444-litre boot than the Teana’s 516 litres.
- Less power and torque: 118 hp/153 Nm versus 134 hp/190 Nm.
- No rear air-con vents, unlike the Teana.
Teana
- Larger 4,885-mm D-segment body with a 2,775-mm wheelbase.
- 516-litre boot and 65-litre fuel tank.
- 134 hp and 190 Nm, plus rear air-con vents.
- Higher 7.4 L/100 km rated consumption and RM379 annual road tax.
- Six airbags and no blind-spot monitoring or autonomous braking.
- Shorter three-year warranty versus the Mazda’s five-year cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,620✓ | RM119,853 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp at 6,000 rpm | 134 hp at 5,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 153 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 190 Nm at 4,400 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm | 84 mm × 90.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | Xtronic CVT |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.8 L/100 km✓ | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,885 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm | 1,485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Weight | 1,361 kg | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 444 litres | 516 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 215/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — Nissan Altima with 6 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | — |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Projector |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver Side 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Passive Cruise Control |
| 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 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 3 Sedan & Teana for sale
3 Sedan vs Teana FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Sedan or Nissan Teana better?
The Mazda 3 Sedan is the better-equipped choice, with 7 airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The Nissan Teana is better for cabin-oriented practicality, with a longer wheelbase, rear vents and a 516-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Teana costs RM233 more than the Mazda 3 Sedan. The gap is small, but the Mazda brings substantially more driver-assistance and parking equipment.
Which car is larger?
The Nissan Teana is larger: 4,885 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and on a 2,775-mm wheelbase, versus the Mazda 3 Sedan’s 4,660 mm, 1,795 mm and 2,725 mm. Its boot is also 72 litres larger.
