hmmm....i didnt smell anything, probably because of the aircon didn't put at circulate mode? i noticed the aircon sometime will take external air in to 'refresh' air inside cabin

here some more: https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=76421553

This post has been edited by albertemmer: Mar 21 2016, 08:46 AM

I think what they mean by "brake pedal not smooth is normal" is ABS feature.

Can't because our version dont have door lock switch:
The switch is like this:

Seriously without the door lock/unlock switch really inconvenient.

Ouch, was shocked at first when i see the pricing it stated at 350 only.

but when i looked at the flyer

Yea really, but after near half year I sudah pun biasa.
5 Month+ going for 10k service soon.

I din't smell anything. Maybe havent reach 200

ic....will try the brake pedal on some other car with ABS see if it is the same, my previous car dont have ABS

i can live without auto lock and side mirror auto fold

but without central lock switch feel like i'm driving an old car

Ahh ok. I thought it meant the unlock button on the key fob. Didn't think about the one on the door console.

Does that pedal sound you mentioned previously happen while braking on a clean smooth road as well?

BTW, regarding your auto high beam control, try covering the sensor with a thick dark cloth while parked instead of driving fast and fiddling with the switches. Safer to test that way.

Hullo peeps,

I went for a test drive of the High Spec...i like what i see and the drive is good. The interior is a kind of cramped or "cosy" if want for a better term...Lol. Currently driving an Inspira 2.0..getting tired of it..or shall I say bored of it.
Engine is smooth revving but the tyre roar is although its about the same level as the Inspira which is riding on 60-series tyres Michellin Primacy ST3. Shows how bad the Inspira's wheel well soundproofing is =.=
After that i went to test the Passat...itchy backside since the Passat is on Promo at about the same price as Mazda

Of coz can't compare lah..2 different segments...The Passat no doubt is a much refined vehicle, very powerful too. But its at its at the end of its life cycle and god knows what the resale value will be in 4-5 years time. And i think i'm not ready for a D-Segment Conti at the moment, even though the Passat's pricing is very tempting.

no problem with braking power, it is very consistent, only the brake pedal press and depress that time doesn't feel smooth, yes i tested them on smooth road

i'm okay with m3 interior since i'm moving from a smaller car (1st gen vios facelift), maybe the rear passenger search is a bit cramp, my seating position is usually closer to steering, so if the passenger is not overweight then he/she should have no problem fitting in rear passenger seat

what i dont like about m3 interior is the lack of compartment, the cup holder is not at a comfortable position for me to take my bottle while i'm driving

i sat on passat before, the sudden acceleration and DSG shifting speed is amazing, but after so many negative reviews for their gearbox failure, i can say it is a risk to get VW with DSG gearbox, if you wanna get a VW you might want to ask the SA to reserve a nice parking spot for you in SC there

Any SA in here, feel free to PM me an irresistible offer for Mazda 3 High Spec

For short-term car owner can go for VW,
I never owned a VW nor friend. Can't comment much. But from your previous car and the type of car you're testing, I think VW suite you? Seem like you like fast car. lol

how much for passat now?
just to know

True the rear passenger space is a little cramp...i'm comparing against the inspira. Anyway, I hardly have rear passengers...most of the time the front passenger seat is only occupied.

Somehow i felt the sound system in the Mazda 3 (6 speakers) to be better than the Passat (8 speakers)..to my ears lah. I always have music on when driving...so its one of the criteria that i look for in a car. If only the High Spec comes with Bose..wishful thinking

Passat is RM116,000 with OTR at abt RM120,000. Selling fast though...the VW showrooms were packed. According to the salesperson, there's about 1000 units nationwide and since the promo started last week, 600 units have been taken up.

This passat is with turbo inside right?

wow, really? 170k to 120k. so how bout jetta?
for me jetta looks attractive than passat. unless for passat cc.
normal passat not much hp just higher torque at lower rpm thus feel more pickup.

This post has been edited by albertemmer: Mar 21 2016, 11:31 AM

Yea...1.8 Turbo...160bhp with 250nm torque.

It's the smooth power delivery with the quick shifting DSG that impresses and also the solid ride it gives. Well that's how D-segment contis are.

It looks dated lah..very 'uncle' looking but still better looking than the Camry...hahaha. Passat is a good family car i would say.

This post has been edited by Rubz77: Mar 21 2016, 11:37 AM

If I recall correctly, the VW promotion is to clear old stock. Some of the cars are from 2014.

For Mazda, you can talk to lucifal. Great guy.