Mazda 3 Sedan
Mazda 3 Sedan
1.5G High Plus
RM 118,900
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla
1.8E
RM 139,800
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Chevrolet Malibu vs Mazda 3 Sedan vs Toyota Corolla Comparison

Overview: Malibu vs 3 Sedan vs Corolla

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic CVT
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats
Engine Displacement 2384 cc 1496 cc 1798 cc
Power 165 hp 118 hp 137 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.46/5
13 reviews
4.35/5
49 reviews
4.27/5
59 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • A Perfect Blend of Style and Performance

    Chevrolet Malibu is my first car and is very close to my heart. The car has a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 165...

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    Aafaaq Feb 28, 2023 for Chevrolet Malibu
  • Elegance with a driver’s touch

    The Mazda 3-Sedan gave me a pleasantly refined experience during a full day trip around Putrajaya. The suspension held its composure over soother...

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    R
    Rahmat Teguh Dec 12, 2025 for Mazda 3 Sedan
  • The everyday sedan with a real charm

    The latest Corolla model feels natural to drive, almost like it can anticipate what I want. Its 1.8L engine, paired perfectly with a well-behaved CVT...

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    Z
    zaina Dec 10, 2025 for Toyota Corolla

From The Experts

Things we like
  • Powerful Engine
  • Luxurious interior features
  • Equipped with advance technologies
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Timeless design

Enjoyable driving characteristics

High safety standards

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Sleek and futuristic exterior design

Updated cabin design and quality 

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Things we don't like
  • Basic Looks
  • Lacks safety features for a high-end sedan
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Rear cabin space

No dual zone air conditioning

Expensive to maintain

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No mechanical updates to the powertrain

Making it dated under the skin

 

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 462 L -- --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 73 L 51 L 50 L
Front Tread 1583 mm -- 1530 mm
Rear Tread 1585 mm -- 1550 mm
Length 4865 mm 4660 mm 4630 mm
Width 1855 mm 1795 mm 1780 mm
Height 1465 mm 1440 mm 1435 mm
Wheel Base 2737 mm 2725 mm 2700 mm
No Of Doors 4 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats
Kerb Weight -- 1363 kg 1365 kg
Turning Radius -- -- 5.2 m
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Engine Details

Engine Ecotec 2.4L Petrol Engine, 4-Cylinder, 16 Valve DOHC with VVT 1.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.8L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection Direct Injection --
No Of Cylinders 4 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC DOHC
Compression Ratio 10.4:1 14.0:1 --
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement 2384 cc 1496 cc 1798 cc
Power 165 hp 118 hp 137 hp
Torque 225 Nm 153 Nm 172 Nm
Acceleration 9.6 s -- --
Top Speed 206 kmph -- --
RPM At Max Power -- 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam Double Wishbone

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic CVT
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed Variable Speed
Drive Type FWD 2WD 2WD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No Yes No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No No
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 18 Inch 16 Inch
Tyre Size 245/45 R18 215/45 R18 205/55 R16
Tyre Type Radial Radial Radial
Wheel Size R18 R18 R16
Spare Tyre Size -- -- 205/55 R16
Spare Tyre Material -- -- Alloy
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Safety

Advance Safety Feature Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist Lane Keep Assist Lane Keep Assist --
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts No Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes -- Yes
Traction Control -- Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags -- Yes Yes
Knee Airbags -- Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts -- Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror -- Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors -- Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors -- Yes Yes
360 Camera -- No --
Emergency Stop Signal -- Yes Yes
Hill-Start Assist Control -- Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes No
Blind Spot monitor -- Yes No
Lane Departure Warning System -- Yes No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert -- Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes --
Park Assist -- -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes --
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes Single Zone Single Zone
Rear A/C Vents No Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling No -- --
Heater Yes Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes -- No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp No Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes --
Central Console Armrest -- Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- Yes No
Vanity Mirror -- Yes Yes
Trunk Light -- Yes --
Memory Seats -- Yes --
Head-Up Display -- Yes --
Wireless Charger -- Yes No
Drive Mode -- -- Eco, Sport Eco, Sport
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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes Yes
CD Player Yes -- --
DVD Player No -- Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes Yes
Navigation System No Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes Yes
Display Size -- 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch 6.8 Inch 6.8 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto -- Yes No
No Of Speakers -- 8 8 6 6
Voice Control -- Yes Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 7 Inch 7 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No Yes 8-Way Driver 8-Way Driver
Seat Lumbar Support No Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front No -- No
Heated Seats - Rear No -- No
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No -- Yes
Leather Seats Yes -- No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No -- No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes 60:40 Split 60:40 Split
Adjustable Headrest -- Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Seat Upholstery -- Leather Leather --
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob -- Yes --
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No No
Chrome Garnish No -- --
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener Yes -- Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener Yes -- --
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No No
Rain Sensing Wiper No Yes No
Rear Window Wiper No No No
Rear Window Washer No No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes -- --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes Yes
Headlamp Type HID HID LED LED Halogen Halogen
Fog Lights Front Yes -- Halogen Halogen
Fog Lights Rear No LED LED Halogen Halogen
Roof Carrier No -- No
Roof Rail No -- No
Rear Spoiler No -- --
Sun Roof No No --
Removable Convertible Top No No No
Side Stepper No No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes Yes
Tinted Glass Yes -- --
Chrome Grille Yes -- --
Additional Features Headlight Washers Headlight Washers -- --
Daytime Running Lights -- LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type -- LED LED LED LED
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco No -- Yes

Interior

Sun Visors -- Yes Yes

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