Mazda Mazda3 Sedan
AED 76,000
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs BYD Qin Plus DM-i
AED 74,900
BYD Qin Plus DM-i
Key specs
| Spec | Mazda Mazda3 Sedan | BYD Qin Plus DM-i |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | AED 76,000 | AED 74,900 |
| Body type | Sedan · Compact sedan | Sedan · Compact plug-in hybrid sedan |
| Dimensions | 4,660 × 1,795 × 1,440 mm · wheelbase 2,725 mm | 4765 × 1837 × 1495 mm · 2718 mm |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Powertrain | 2.0L SKYACTIV-G naturally aspirated petrol, 6-speed automatic | 1.5L plug-in hybrid (DM-i) with 18.3 kWh LFP battery |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo space | 450 L | 450 L |
| Max power | 153 hp | 194 hp |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 316 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | Not disclosed | 7.3 s |
| Top speed | Not disclosed | 180 km/h |
| Combined range | Not disclosed | 795 km |
| EV-only range | n/a | 120 km |
| Consumption | 5.9 L/100 km (about 16.9 km/L; Drive Arabia UAE listing, test cycle not stated) | 6.4 L/100 km (WLTP); pure-EV range 120 km (NEDC) |
| Charging | n/a | AC charging at 6.6 kW (Type 2), scheduled charging, V2L supported; no DC fast-charging figure published |
| Airbags | 7 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | Mazda i-Activsense: Smart Brake Support (autonomous emergency braking), blind-spot warning and lane departure warning on higher grades. The 7 airbags (including a driver's knee airbag) are quoted for Saudi Arabia. Fitment varies by grade and market. | Base Type 10: cruise control (CCS), stability control (VDC), traction control, hill-hold, auto vehicle hold, tyre pressure monitoring, rear parking radar and reverse camera. Adaptive cruise, forward collision warning, AEB, lane departure warning, lane keeping, lane change assist, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert and rear collision warning appear only in the highest column of the Qatar spec table, not in Type 10. |
| Safety index | 8/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Warranty | Saudi Arabia: 3 years / 100,000 km. China: 3 years / 100,000 km. UAE and other Gulf terms were not confirmed. | Not published on the pages provided. |
| Screens | 8.8-inch centre infotainment screen, controlled by a console rotary dial. It is not a touchscreen on the US-spec car. | 8.8" full LCD instrument cluster plus 10.1" rotating multimedia screen on Type 10 (12.8" on Type 30 and above); DiLink system with GPS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wi-Fi hotspot and e-call. |
| Speakers | Not disclosed | 6 |
| Comfort highlights | Supportive front seats and an upscale cabin for the class, with dual-zone climate control and ambient lighting listed on the UAE car. The ride is firmer than most compact sedans because of the torsion-beam rear suspension, and rear legroom is tight. | Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents and a PM2.5 filter, soft-touch door trims, front and rear USB ports, and rear ISOFIX. The base trim has manually adjusted 6-way seats and no sunroof. Ventilated seats, a power driver's seat and a rear armrest come on higher trims. |
| MotorClash rating | ★ 4.0 / 5 | Not disclosed |
| Summary | Reviewers praise the engaging handling, premium-feeling interior, refined engine and large boot for the class. Criticisms are the firm ride, tight rear seat, fiddly rotary-dial infotainment and modest performance in the Gulf-spec 2.0L. Most published reviews are of the US-spec 2.5L car. | Not disclosed |
Specs and prices change often; confirm with the dealer before buying.