Mazda CX3 1.5 [Genting Hill Climb] - Surprisingly Fun SUV, Great Alternative Vehicle
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- I had my doubts as to whether this configuration of SUV would work - a 1.5 liter engine, albeit the same SKYACTIV engine that is also found on the Mazda 2, would work on Genting.
It does a good job whilst on normal city driving and also does well on intercity driving if you are not in too much of a hurry.
I really did not expect too much from it on the mountain road, but to my pleasant surprise, it really came alive, and gave a good account of itself.
See for yourself how it performed and let us have your comments below.
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I was deciding between the Mazda CX3 1.5, Honda City RS, and the Proton X50 - all new cars priced below RM 110k. After watching this video, I immediately called the sales associate to book the CX3. Thank you, YS!
Excellent choice.
@@yslee1401 seems alright to me
You are ok with the 2 airbags?
haha.. very true bro.... but it was little bit different to me.. i just mistakenly book for Mazda CX3.. but when watching this video.. my thought changed 180 degree.. haha.. now exited waiting for the car delivery.. haha
I have a 1.5L…got in January and you are 💯 correct. The car is super fun to drive. Haven’t had the chance to experiment with it on country/mountain roads like you have. Can’t wait! Great review as always. You are indeed a talented driver.
Thanks for your kind comments.
22:59
Daughter bought this car in March. Thought it will be underpowered, but boy I was wrong. Not powerful but more than evough even for a long drive to Alor Star. Cruising at 160 effortlessly and without the typical big SUV bodyroll.
Wow. Cruise 160km/h. Your daughter bought the 2 litre version?
1.5
I have the 2.0 AWD and I love it!! It’s the 2.0 from the miata not the 3!! Amazing engine!!
Agreed, the exhaust note is so much nicer than other CXs
Yes they did a good job on this one.
Thank you for your review Mr Khong, you have helped me decide on the CX3 1.5.
Glad I could help
Thank you for showing us how fun it is to drive this little SUV, Uncle Khong...we bought it after watching your review!😅
Bought this car in march. Love the car ❤
hi there, just saw your video that randomly in my homepage. currently i already ordered mazda cx-3 facelift improvement 2024 (Indonesia), hopefully it’s good decision for my small family.
It is a great decision.
I drove the 2 litre version and it was very good. But thst was several years ago. The passengers in the back seat wasn't too happy due to lack of space.
Yes, this is for those who want a small suv. Thwre is now the CX30 and CX5 available.
Wow, the exhaust sound superb. Yup, good to practise percaution while driving.
Thanks, Harvard.
Kudos to u Mr Khong...superb driving skill with great accuracy when taking corners and overtaking vehicles without endangering others...most importantly u can drive in any vehicles that is given to u....
Thanks for the kind words. We try to keep it safe amd clean all the time.
Very nice, must be great to drive with uncle laughing allnthecway
Hahaha
It's come to the point where one would not consider buying a car without first waiting for this man's hill climb in it! Keep on rolling sir!
ys, try a small family car to compliment a larger one like a cx8. A friend bought a CX8 upon arrival in Melbourne last year, but upon collection of his cx8 ,he placed another order in a cx3 manual to compliment the cx8 which turned out to be his wives family bus to travel her 3 children!. I've driven the Cx3 heaps, but it's too small for my passengers, hence the focus on cx5,cx8,6 for the job.
Thanks.
There is one CX for every need.
thats me🙋🏾♂️.. city 2020 hill climb 2nd part video convince me.. enough power.. low nvh.. n better practicality then competitor..
Its a must.
really push to extremely limit.... Woo hoo nice to see how ys handling the pedal and steering
very nice engine sound! 👍👍👍
Sifu, i am suggest that u may do time attack on the same track for each car u drive, similar to the top gear stuff, make it more relevant and interesting😄
We cannot do 'time attack' because it is a public road. 🤣
Yeah, sepang time attack will be nice.
Ending sounds really good, and the car handles like a dream. But its slow, and no power with just NA 1.5. For Mazda asking price, i would expect more performance.
This SUV is only 3k more than the Mazda2.
best car reviews ever la!
Thanks very much.
I love your cam setup and how it mixed on the screen. The best conf I see on youtube so far. Prefer this kinda setup rather than pov-drive types.
Btw, is Honda WRV available in Malaysia? I hope I can see you drive one someday and test it on Genting Hill as well.
Coming.
@@YSKhongDriving Awesome. Can't wait to hear your thought on it.
I'm still waiting the 2024 facelift editon cx3 from Thailand....Hope Mazda will remove and replace the old-school aircond panel for the upcoming 2024 cx3 for 1.5L.
Not too sure about when it will come, if ever
Seriously, when is Mazda Malaysia going to change the specs to 2022 models for their whole range? We are still using 2019 specs?
At least it's proven to be reliable
We should ask Unker YS, between Mazda CX 3 & new Myvi FL (Dcvt transmission), which both same engine 1.5L,
Which one delivery better power during Genting test drive
Or which one feel fun to drive 😊
6AT
Is not about the car, it's about the driver hahahaha.. 😅😅 1.5 NA engine,uncle ys can drive like supercharged.
It takes a good driver to extract the full potential of each car.
That polymetal grey looks like x70 grey 😂📉
Hi Uncle Khong, How the CX-3 handled corner compared to CX-30?
The CX3 feels good, but the CX30 has more power so it will be faster. We need to compare it with the 2.0 lit CX3
@@YSKhongDriving YS, that's why cx30 was a natural choice for my wife to choose too.
Considering between CX3 1.5 and Chery Omoda 5. Any thoughts, Uncle?
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Silly question: Do you rev match while you're on manual mode with an automatic transmission? Ride safe uncle!
Not necessary.
Smile meter here is sooo muchhh compared to cx30 ckd u done before. Waiting u to lenjan 2.0 version, is it much better than cx30 low specs since all variance now using same 2.0 liter like cx3 high specs
Each has its own merits. The CX3 2.0 should be faater, due to a lighter weight, vs the CX30
I guess it is because it deliver more than your low expectation, correct sifu? 😂
I am pretty impressed that ppl actualy wiling to spend RM110k to buy a car in 2023 which has only 2 airbags. A big no-no.
Is it better to use manual during a hill climb drive?
It is up to you. You would be perfectly okay in auto.
very nice drive and nice entry car. Hope uncle YS can also do one for the HR-V 1.5 NA.
Been trying to get one, but it seems they do not register the low range at all.
Sir, this car use gb cvt??
No, it is Mazda's own 6 speed auto.
Does it have hill start assist?
Or hill hold assist
Donno.
12:21 gelak jahat 😂😂
Hahaha, tidak perlu tekan berek, terus masuk corner
how old are u uncle?
Old enough.
Little suv with a big price tag...
This one has a small tag.
На дизеле было бы гораздо веселее ))
No way-
This is the best review of the CX-3 that i have seen yet! Excellent driving and even more importantly you seem to understand what these kind of cars are all about.
Wow, thanks!
Wow, never had the idea of driving my 2 liters Skyactiv G CX3 like this ! But it's fun to think it's possible! Anyway, got it for three years now and it's a very pleasant and fun vehicle to drive (at normal speeds 🙂). Far more personality than most SUV on the market.
crap handling
Another great Genting run YS. The Mazda platform does appear to be particularly suited when used on Genting. Great car but an even greater driver. Stay well.
Hi Mark, nice to hear from you.
I think the horsepower rating for the base model CX3 should be on par with the current 1.5L Mazda 3.
Yes.
Same power as mx5 1.5 too?
How does the 16 inch rims hold for a car this size? Would changing to 17 help further on stability or in your opinion just leave it at 16. I know the 2.0 is 18. Just wanted your opinion. Thanks
A size up would help. However, I found the 16's quite adequate
Was just thinking if you had driven a cx3 just yesterday, by strangest coincidence, you have today.
Hahaha.
AT is still one of the best
Imagine put a CVT gearbox into a Mazda Cx-3 😅
Been watching your videos lately they are super insightful.
Quick question as im looking to purchase a new car ... between the Mazda CX 3 and Subaru XV which has better fuel consumption and costs less to maintain ?
The Mazda CX3 has a 1.5 and a 2.0 liter version. Both will be slightly cheaper to run as they are FWD so there is less load.
The Mazda price includes 5 years of maintenance including the maintenance parts so for the 5 years you pay nothing, and there is 5 years warranty.
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Hi Y.S., I m considering either to get the Ativa or a Mazda CX3 core. Which is morefun to drive in terms of stability, handling and performance. Appreciate your reply. Thanks.
This
Luckily uncle YS test drive first, to let us know which one to choose the next vehicle to change to, I think Tiguan 1.4 is my target according to my budget la…can’t afford the 2.0L
There are many vehicles in that price range
This SUV handles well despite being only 1.5 L but you had me at " fun " SUV ... something i will consider since my wife is looking out . Again great driving Uncle and stay safe !
Hahaha, as you can see from my face and smiles, the CX3 is really nice. Not the fastest, but fun!
Uncle Khong, HRV / CX3, both also base model, which to choose?
I think they are very close in spec. Both also good. Choose the one you like.
In terms of driving experience and handling, how did it compare with Vios?
The Vios is much lower, so will be a bit more stabler around the bends. The overall power may be the same as the base engine of thr CX3 is 118PS vs 106 PS, and assuming the CX is somwhat heavier.
Can do the 1.5 HRV NA as well? Compare it against this?
I asked, but could not get car. Sorry.
1.5L on big body :D
CX3 is B segment. Mazda 2 platform.
it's actually very fun suv but it's quickly forgotten about it since at launch but i still love cx30 and cx3
I cannot wait to drive the 2.0 - last time was years ago, without GVC.
Any know the price of the high spec?
RM131k. Go to shop.yskhongdriving.com
I would love if YS can give car spec and which year in description. Thanks!
It is in the description.
12:57 you can see the traction/stability control interfere during cornering, the yellow indicator just on the bottom right edge of the speedometer is blinking.
So even you if you toggle the TCS off(assuming you did) it will still have protection. I have a mazda 2 and 1st gen cx-5 never turns it off, it gives extra protection and reminder to me if the tires does not have enough traction on the condition of the road that I am facing with. And yes I really feel it on the throttle. There is also one time that during downhill cornering on my cx-5, it locks the steering momentarily until I eased down on the throttle, not sure if it is the "stability control" portion, might need to read more about it.
🤣
That was probably understeer.