Potential new owner here. Lol.

It's at the top of my list now, just no time to go and test drive.

Initially was considering Altis (Highest spec) and Jetta (not so much due to DSG).

Other cars like Camry, Teana, Accord not on my list as they appear a bit 'uncle' (no offence to anyone).

So narrowed down to either Altis or Mazda3 (or Ford Ranger if I do go for a more practical route).

Only saw the Maz3 in the showroom but they didnt have a test unit so couldnt test drive. But when the SA started the car, it was harsh - but I gave the benefit of the doubt and assume it was due to it not starting for quite some time.

haha, that's actually what im looking for.. the thrill of the drive... not just speed... but control as well... I dont plan to be vrooming here and there.

Sadly, I'm in kuching so there's only one showroom... and so.. the issue of turn-around time comes up

Yea.. both are pretty good.... and current favourites in their class if I dare say so.

Civic is dated and to be honest, I don't like the rear lights (of the current model)

Yea FD rear headlamps are much much better...

But FD's are expensive (relatively).

Itching to get this M3.