Some members have tried the SCBS and it really works. One almost banged the toll barrier and it braked for him. But to me this isn't the most desirable HS feature. Just drive with attention and you shouldn't need it. I really miss the RVM to detect cars in your blindspot when you change lane. To me this is much more useful in daily use.

No test drive nvm la. I assure you it drives very well. Let me put it this way, I'm on the wrong side of 50 and driving the Mazda 3 makes me feel young again.

This post has been edited by KennyKB: Nov 25 2015, 02:22 PM

haha yeah I just wanted to test drive to reaffirm my decision altho from all the reviews I've watch and read, Mazda 3 handling is one of the best in it's segment

I'm wondering for the SCBS, is it just for stationery object? How about this scenario, I'm in a traffic jam or following a car, I'm driving between the 4-30km/h speed and suddenly the car in front of me emergency brake, will the SCBS be activated and avoid collision?

Mazda3 Highspec - We're Giving Free Bodykits OR Free Security Tint as our latest Promotion !!!!!

Cool, may I have a look at the free body kits? For the free security tint, what brand is it?

But I'm based in Johor bahru, how do I buy it from you at KL?

This post has been edited by Anti-LB: Nov 25 2015, 03:14 PM

Hi xxAriesxx, FYI, I'm driving HS. Refuel when 2 little tiny fuel bar left. Each refuel would be around 80 - 84.
About the avg speed, I'm not sure how consistent and how it will lead to the FC calculation. So the figure is purely based on the info provided by the system.

I reset trip A everytime I refuel. And also use Fuelly to keep track. Maybe I'm kind of light footer also, hence this figure.
Check out my Fuelly signature for the tracking.


Yes, indeed. The RVM does it jobs very well everytime I switch lane. SCBS, save me twice before hitting the toll barrier. Smart tag detected but barrier not open, The SCBS kicked-in and for the first time I'm frighten due to weird noise and strange vibration, as the ABS and Brake was activated. A few incidents such as other vehicles or motorcycles cut lane and distance is too close, the SCBS also kicked-in. Freaked out my colleagues.. LOL..

To me, Lane Departure is only useful when you are cruising on highway. I switch it off during city driving as it will be quite annoying whenever you do lane changing.

This post has been edited by toonny: Nov 25 2015, 03:28 PM

If the scbs is emergency brake then is very dangerous for behind following car.

Hahaha.. Think it this way.. rather than hitting the vehicle in front, might as well let ppl rear-ended and can still claim insurance.. hahaha..

Actually it is not that dangerous, as the activation speed is during 4 - 30 km/h. So for the car behind if you drive 30km/h and still stick to you too close, it's his fault for not keeping safe distance.

And I read from manual that it will bring the car to total stop for 2 seconds, then only release the brake. But in my case, it is not that way. The SCBS like helps you brake, but not to total stop. and once you accelerate, the car move as well.

This post has been edited by toonny: Nov 26 2015, 09:56 AM

I have seen plenty of Mazdas on the road with a special font for the number plate. Do new Mazda cars now come with the special font by default? Or can get the font outside at car accessories shop? Thanks.

Anyone install Locktech (Thailand) or Locktact (local) which one better and is it necessary?

LOL! Having a car hit your back is certainly preferable to you hitting the car in front. Damage will be less severe and the other party is guilty. Under Malaysian law whoever hits somebody's back is guilty irrespective of how sudden the car in front brakes.

But if it doesn't bring your car to a total stop you can still hit the object in front. Is it possible you accelerate before your car reached total stop and the SCBS was cancelled?

If you noticed skyactive blue wording underneath, its the factory default one. I see mine greyish in color Roboto font alike. Which is the one I think you are referring.

As for HS vs GL, there is nothing to debate or regret. Overall its a great car be it HS or GL. No fuel saving or any special beside paying for the extra gadget. I am driving a GL & I'm enjoying every bit of it. 10 days old car hitting 1500km now. Hahaha...KL-Penang for 2nd trip now....so, you see how I enjoy it.
My average fc 7.1ltr/100km cos it spend more time on highway 90%.

So, enjoy your stallion.... Hahaha...

I wonder is it hard to move mazda 3 front number plate placement similar to mazda 6?

I feel the plate placement on mazda 3 spoil the design of the front

Does anyone know if mazda offers custom rims? just like overseas. the ones in black.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v179/low...zps718ca0fd.jpg

Mazda doesn't offer custom rims but some owners spray their rims black with plastic dip. (DIY)

As I mentioned earlier, the manual said will bring the vehicle to total stop for 2 seconds, but in my case it is not. Maybe it also detect the object distance either it is pulling away or standstill.

Here's the scenario:
While in the traffic, 1 vehicle suddenly cut lane and slow down in front of me. I am thinking the distance is safe so i didn't press on brake while letting the my car moving slowly (speed is just less than 10 km/h). But SCBS kicked-in and brake, then once the car in front moved forward, the SCBS deactivated. I have not do anything due to slow response (lol at myself, got frighten again by the SCBS because when activated, the noise is very scary, hahaha ).

But different story at toll barrier. The car just COMPLETELY stop in front of the barrier. So, to me, SCBS was tested under different scenario and it works awesomely.

Here spec comparison between GL, HB and HS.

I choose HS not because of its safety features but the followings:

1) Headlights and DRL
2) 18" rims
3) Auto cruise
4) Paddle shifters

For me the only safety features that useful to me was Rear View Monitoring System because I like to cilok during heavy traffic





This post has been edited by albertemmer: Nov 26 2015, 11:57 AM

Guys, whats the best deal for M3 now? Looking at getting one.

I manage to get RM 2k discount ( in KL ).
Getting my car tomorrow or Sat

Do cars in that price range typically have dual zone air con anyway?

This offer seems not bad. RM 2k rebate? any freebies? Tint? Bodykit?

My time (October) only has RM 500 rebate, free tint, full tank, smart tag only...