Verdict
The Toyota Yaris Cross is the more rounded family buy at RM99,900 against RM107,920 for the Mazda CX-3. Its 471-litre boot is 121 litres larger, its wheelbase is 50 mm longer, and six airbags plus steering correction give it a clear practicality and safety-equipment edge. The CX-3 counters with 114 hp and 149 Nm, versus 105 hp and 138 Nm, through a six-speed conventional automatic. Choose it for the stronger petrol drivetrain and five-year/100,000-km free service; choose the Toyota for space and driver assistance.
Pick the Mazda CX-3 if stronger 114 hp/149 Nm performance, a six-speed automatic, head-up display and free scheduled service matter more than cargo space and active safety hardware.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want the larger 471-litre boot, six airbags, adaptive cruise control, steering correction and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-3 RM107,920; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Engine output: Mazda CX-3 114 hp and 149 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-3 350 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Wheelbase: Mazda CX-3 2,570 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 2,620 mm.
- Airbags: Mazda CX-3 2; Toyota Yaris Cross 6.
- Warranty mileage: Mazda CX-3 100,000 km over five years; Toyota Yaris Cross unlimited mileage over five years.
CX-3
- 114 hp and 149 Nm, ahead of the Toyota's outputs.
- Six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic with Sport mode and Tiptronic.
- Head-up display, driver-seat memory and six-speaker audio.
- RM8,020 more expensive than the Toyota Yaris Cross.
- Only two airbags against the Yaris Cross's six.
- 350-litre boot is 121 litres smaller.
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot and 2,620-mm wheelbase.
- Six airbags, steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- LED projector headlamps, 360-degree camera and powered boot.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the Mazda CX-3 by 9 hp and 11 Nm.
- 42-litre fuel tank is 6 litres smaller than the Mazda's.
- Four-speaker sound system versus the Mazda's six speakers.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM107,920 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| 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 | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 114 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,275 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,535 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,301 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 48 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 350 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R16 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R16 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory function | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 front, 2 USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.0" Touchscreen MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and 6 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's 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 | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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 CX-3 & Yaris Cross for sale
CX-3 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-3 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Toyota Yaris Cross is the better all-round family choice, with more boot space, six airbags, adaptive cruise control and steering correction. The Mazda CX-3 is the choice for stronger engine output, a six-speed automatic and a head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM8,020 less than the Mazda CX-3.
Which has more luggage space?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, compared with 350 litres in the Mazda CX-3. That is a 121-litre advantage.
