Don't take Koreans if given a choice, especially when compared with the excellent Mazda 3. They are still 3rd tier behind Japanese & continentals in terms quality and performance. Hands-up the Mazda 3. If the Mazda 3 comes with a 2.5-litre engine it would be killer complete car in its segment. Although the Mazda 3 may lose to the Ford Focus in areas of handling and power, it is currently the most balanced and complete car in the C-segment after looking at all the other competitors in the Altis, Civic, Sylphy, Fluence and and 408 in similar price bracket of RM100k-130k. The plus point is the Mazda 3 looks great at all angles.

If only the Mazda 3 comes with a 2.5 engine. Any information if the 2.5-litre engine will make its way into the car in the near future? Pardon the typos, typing from my phone.