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Detailed Comparison between Mazda CX-3 and Hyundai Santa Fe, Helping You Decide

2026-11-08 15:40:00
FamilyCarPaul
2.4k Fans   212 Following   7 Posts

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Mazda CX-3 and Hyundai Santa Fe when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help save you time on research.

Price and Versions

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

The Hyundai Santa Fe OTR price in Malaysia is RM 225,000 - 270,000, with a total of 3 versions, including the 2025 2.5T DCT 4WD Calligraphy 6 Seats (RM 270,000), 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prestige 7 Seats (RM 245,000), 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prime 7 Seats (RM 225,000), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of the Mazda CX-3 is indeed RM 98,841 cheaper than the Hyundai Santa Fe. If your budget is limited, the Mazda entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But note that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending specifically on your needs.

Mazda CX-3 Exterior Photo 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

The Mazda CX-3 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include i-Activsense.

The Hyundai Santa Fe safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars have achieved good ratings. However, the Mazda CX-3's i-Activsense and Hyundai Santa Fe's Basic have some differences in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both closely.

Mazda CX-3 Exterior Photo 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Mazda CX-3 body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.

Hyundai Santa Fe body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Regarding space, the Mazda CX-3 body is 100 mm longer than the Hyundai Santa Fe, and the interior seating space is slightly more spacious, especially the rear seat legroom. If you frequently carry family or need to fit a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

Mazda CX-3 Exterior Photo 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is this suitable for

The Mazda CX-3 and Hyundai Santa Fe are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, consider prioritizing the one with better reputation; if you care more about price-performance ratio and configuration, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both models; personal experience is the most important.

Hyundai Santa Fe Exterior Photo 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

In general, the Mazda CX-3 and Hyundai Santa Fe are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from a few dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter; spending some time to research will definitely not go wrong.

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