Kia Cerato K3

1.6L

RM 109,000

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Mazda CX-3

1.5L Core

RM 115,000

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Kia Cerato K3 vs Mazda CX-3 Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Kia Cerato K3 and Mazda CX-3, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kia Cerato K3 priced at RM 109,000 while the Mazda CX-3 Cars has a price tag of RM 115,000. Comparing the technical specifications, Mazda CX-3 engine displacement is 1496 while the Kia Cerato K3 houses a 1591 engine.

Brand	Kia Malaysia	Mazda Malaysia
Off Road Price*	RM 109,000	RM 115,000 Mazda CX-3 Price
Variant	Cerato K3 1.6L	Mazda CX-3 1.5L Core
User Rating	4.12 Cerato K3 reviews	4.29 Mazda CX-3 reviews
Fuel Type	Petrol Petrol Cars in Malaysia	Petrol Petrol Cars in Malaysia
Available Color(s)	--	+3
Vehicle Type	Sedan Sedan Cars in Malaysia	SUV SUV Cars in Malaysia

Key Features

Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats
Engine Displacement	1591 cc	1496 cc
Power	128 hp	114 hp
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic

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Photo Comparision

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.12/5 17 reviews	4.29/5 49 reviews
User Review Comparison	Elegant and utilitarian I was looking for a sedan that was suitable for daily commute and offered a good amount of luxury and comfort. I was really impressed with the... Read More A Adiputera Feb 18, 2022 for Kia Cerato	Small, stylish, and surprisingly lively The Mazda CX-3 feels like a playful partner every time I zip through Damansara or Bangsar. It darts straight into the gaps with a sheer confidence... Read More G Gilang Dec 12, 2025 for Mazda CX-3

From The Experts

Things we like	Premium and attractive exterior design Powerful petrol engine Read More	Smooth ride and sharp handling thanks to G-Vectoring Control and well-tuned suspension Comprehensive safety features, including ADAS, across all variants Premium build quality with solid cabin materials and standard leather touches. Read More
Things we don't like	Rear seat headroom can be a compromise for taller people Dated design of the instrument console Read More	Dated exterior and interior design shows its age despite minor updates. Tight boot space (264 litres) compared to rivals. Lacks modern conveniences like ventilated seats and wireless Android Auto. Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	482 L	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	48 L
Kerb Weight	1295 kg	1255 kg
Length	4560 mm	4275 mm
Width	1780 mm	1765 mm
Height	1445 mm	1535 mm
Wheel Base	2700 mm	2570 mm
Turning Radius	5.3 m	--
No Of Doors	4	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats
Ground Clearance	--	145 mm

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Engine Details

Engine	1.6L Petrol Engine, Inline 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC Dual CVVT	1.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Compression Ratio	10.5:1	14.0:1
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Injection

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Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	1591 cc	1496 cc
Power	128 hp	114 hp
Torque	157 Nm	149 Nm
Top Speed	195 kmph	--
RPM At Max Power	--	6000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque	--	4000 RPM

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Steering

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

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Drums	Discs
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	Torsion Beam

Transmission

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

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Alloy Wheel Size	--	16 Inch
Tyre Size	--	215/60 R16
Wheel Size	--	R16
Spare Tyre Size	--	215/60 R16
Spare Tyre Material	--	Alloy

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Safety

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

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Security

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

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	No
Glove Box Cooling	No	No
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	--
Ventilated Front Seats	--	No
Ventilated Rear Seats	--	No
Drive Mode	--	Sport Sport
Cruise Control	--	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	--	No
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	--	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	No
Memory Seats	--	No
Head-Up Display	--	No
Wireless Charger	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

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

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

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

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Washer	No	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Halogen Halogen	Halogen Halogen
Fog Lights Front	Yes	No
Roof Carrier	No	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Sun Roof	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	No
Daytime Running Lights	--	Yes
Taillight Type	--	Bulb Bulb
Headlamps Washer	--	No
Fog Lights Rear	--	Yes

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