I test drove the Mazda 3 and I am quite happy withthe sound to be honest . The rev from the NA engine is lovely .

I just want to ask you guys if you have any SA to recommend and which service center is the most friendly ?

I am buying this car for my mom ..

I find the road noise bearable and the cornering superb.

I dont give this kind of praise lightly as I drive a moderately modified BMW f30. I feel the mazda 3 feels very composed and the torque is good .

High rev shifting gives a very nice tune from the cockpit

For the guy who is complaning about wind noise and tire noise..

Try driving a 240k BMW .. Safe f***in problem . LOL . >.< .

M6 is too big for her, probably bang it around too much ~_~ .

The CX-5 was a contender, but the wait time is 5 months ..

And I frankly cbf-ed to wait so long . LOL .

The mazda 3 has ready stock for red, so it seems like the best buy for now .

Test drove,
Honda City, Civic
Toyota Vios, Altis
Nissan Almera, Slyph
Mazda CX-5, 2, 3

For 140k, I think the mazda is the best fit at the moment, and its a car that I dont mind driving during the weekends when i go out with parents.

My F30 has been lowered and setup with sports suspension, my parents have issues getting in and out of the car due to the low ride height >.<

Any recommendation on a SA or a specific service center.

I read that you guys are having some problem with the absorber .. not entirely an issue for me as long as there is a known fix