Just came back from test drive. Went over to the main HQ in Glenmarie. Both versions were on display, the Hatchback and the Sedan. However, the Sedan version is of Diesel engine (not sold in Malaysia). Test drive version is only the HB (white).

There is to my surprise, a HB version that was on display which is equipped with a complete kit (front bumper, side skirting, etc) and I must say that it enhances the car on a whole new level. The HB version that was on display is the red while the kit has 2 tone (red & black). The obvious changes are coated with black top and black side mirrors.  It changes the looks not in an extreme sense but more towards a subtle sporty glare. I also asked the SA and they are in the mist of bringing the kit. Estimate price around an additional 1.5k - 2k for the kit (aside than the 1.2k for the optional navigation system). Another thing is the carbon fiber!!! Its everywhere in the car. The headlamps, steering wheel, certain part of the dash board and also the door where the window controls located. This certainly added the feel of "premium -ness"

The test drive to my opinion was satisfying. Coming from a person who drives a CRZ. Bodyroll was kept at a minimum when in corners and road noise was not obvious. Acceleration responded well with no jerks/change of gears (must be the awesome skyactiv tech). However, when i switched to manual (dropped of gear) u can hear the car rev pretty loud (dunno whether is normal or not). Oh and the i-stop tech, it makes as if your driving a hybrid car while your car stand idling. Can't tell whether the engine is on or not =P

The fastest I went was 78km/h (wanted to go faster, but u know la how roads are inside Glenmarie). I'm 172cm and I must say, the front and back fits me perfectly. Although someone who is 175 and above would have difficulty at the rear passenger side.

Overall, for its price... totally worth it.!!! (that's only my opinion)

p.s. the so called "ugly" lamps ain't that bad when u view it in real life. It does compliments the car somewhat or rather. Of course having the original projector headlamps would have been nice.

So, how does it compare to your crz? Ride, handling, steering, comfort, noise, cabin quality etc

Test drove it up to 145km/h.. Yeap road and wind noise is there, slightly less than a Proton though..

I booked sedan  but sa say can get before cny. and i am the first sedan soul red in their showroom. I think bermaz will give alot of mazda 2 before cny ba. If cant get before cny then not fun already.

does the navigation system link up to the HUD to display navigation information?

1. Maintenance is free for first 3 years
2. You can claim warranty for battery in the first 3 years given that your battery is original that comes with your car during purchase

Check with SC and ask them if can show your the maintenance price list for each 10k mileage.

My Mazda 3(non-skyactiv) normal service is only around Rm150.

bro sure ka the battery can claim if kong in first 3 years? because i call my SA.. she say only 1 year geh.. as i know standard warranty for battery is 1 year.. but i wish is 3 years! hehehehe

Dark grey sedan in showroom.