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.

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

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.

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

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 

Hmm for me, the pedal feels a bit soft initially but brakes firmly as I press further.

Yeah, agree with the lack of compartments. My arm can't get in a good angle to retrieve my smart tag and keys from the centre console box. Glovebox is nice and deep but also makes it hard for me to lean over and get stuff while on the move.

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

but when i looked at the flyer   

Hey guys, any idea when the facelifted Mazda 3 will be launched here ? Since most of Mazda's current line-up has been facelifted, wondering if its wise to wait for the facelift version.

Considering how the facelifted Mazda 2 increased in price the same may happen to the facelifted Mazda 3 also.

Hey guys, any idea when the facelifted Mazda 3 will be launched here ? Since most of Mazda's current line-up has been facelifted, wondering if its wise to wait for the facelift version.

some leak shows that facelifted m3 will comes with electric handbrake, new fog lamp and steering wheel design.
which I think not worth the wait.

The discount for current Mazda 3 is worth more than the three known FL new items to date, IMHO. Let Bermaz reveal more things first.

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.

vios is not fast car la, but is damn fuel savings

Yes, a very nice family car, quiet and solid ride and some more got rear aircond vents, just that the key not so "advanced". For the current price for a 2015 car, the passat is a real steal...would have genuinely consider it if not for the purchase of my mazda 3 much earlier. Well, all is still well and I still like driving the mazda 3   
I also was once an owner of the 1st vios, I agree that it is a fuel saving car but the mazda 3 is not a slouch on this aspect either. I'm driving harder and faster with the Mazda but I'm getting close to 90% of the fuel economy of my old faithful vios. Do take note that the Mazda3 has a larger capacity engine, heavier body and larger wheels. If I drive like the pace of the vios, I will handily beat the fuel economy  :thumbsup:

Yours is GL or HS? My HS only can get around 12km/L around 7.9l/100km for my last tank

The discount for current Mazda 3 is worth more than the three known FL new items to date, IMHO. Let Bermaz reveal more things first.

The discount for current Mazda 3 is worth more than the three known FL new items to date, IMHO. Let Bermaz reveal more things first.

I saw one post at fb is free tint + coating / cash rebate.