Looking to change cars? Which is better, CX-3 or MG HS? Mazda vs MG

In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare Mazda CX-3 and MG MG HS when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of Mazda CX-3 in Malaysia is RM 126,159 - 139,159, with a total of 2 versions, including 2023 2.0L High (RM 139,159), 2023 2.0L Plus (RM 126,159), etc.

The OTR price of MG MG HS in Malaysia is RM 130,450 - 146,450, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Standard (RM 105,000), 1.5L Executive (RM 115,000), etc.

Looking at the price, the starting price of Mazda CX-3 is indeed RM 4,291 cheaper than MG MG HS. If your budget is limited, Mazda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But keep in mind, the few thousand cheaper might have trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Mazda CX-3 comes with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

MG MG HS comes with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Both cars use the same powertrain system, the driving experience in daily use is basically no different. Fuel consumption is also about the same, no need to worry too much about this.

Features and Technology

Mazda CX-3 adopts FWD drive method.

MG MG HS adopts FWD drive method.

Both cars have the same drive method, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not be too different.

Maintenance and Service

Mazda CX-3 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

MG MG HS warranty 7 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Who is this suitable for?

Mazda CX-3 and MG MG HS are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Mazda CX-3 and MG MG HS are both quite good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several car dealers, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research is never wrong.