All-New Mazda3 1.5L High Plus: Redefining Award-Winning Value

2025-11-26

 

Our Sunlun Group of Companies recently had the opportunity to check out Mazda3 1.5L High Plus at Mazda Kota Kinabalu (Donggongon), Sabah on 19 Nov 2025, and experience firsthand the buzz driving excitement around this latest addition to the award-winning Mazda3 lineup.

What is Mazda3 1.5L High Plus’s vehicle segment?
Mazda3 1.5L High Plus is a C-segment passenger car which delivers refined performance with the modern elegance crafted for those who aspire to feel more connected with every drive. 

  • Models: Mazda3 1.5L High Plus (Sedan / Liftback)
  • Engine Type: SKYACTIV-G 1.5L DOHC 16-Valve 4 Cylinder with VVT
  • Transmission: SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-Speed Automatic with Manual Shift Mode
  • Max Engine Power: 118Hp @ 6000rpm
  • Max Engine Torque: 153Nm @ 4000rpm
  • Dimensions (Sedan): 4660mm (L) x 1795mm (W) x 1440mm (H)
  • Dimensions (Liftback): 4460mm (L) x 1795mm (W) x 1435mm (H)
  • Wheelbase: 2725mm
  • No. of Seats: 5

 

 

What makes Mazda3 1.5L High Plus stand out?
Making its debut in Malaysia as a fully-imported model from Japan, the Mazda3 1.5L High Plus establishes itself as the most affordable Mazda3 ever while still featuring High Plus trim grade which offers a range of design elements and technologies that rival those of its 2.0L siblings.

Advanced Vehicle Technology

  • Engine Efficiency: Stop / Start Idling Technology
  • Vehicle Control: G-Vectoring Control (GVC) Plus Technology
  • Vehicle Architecture: SKYACTIV-BODY / SKYACTIV-CHASSIS
  • Front Headlights: Auto-Levelling with Signature Illumination

Intelligent Multimedia

  • Infotainment Display: 10.25" Mazda Connect System with Voice Recognition
  • Instrument Cluster: 7” Colour TFT LCD Multi-Info Display
  • Heads-Up Display: Active Driving Display with Full-Colour Projection
  • Connectivity: Wireless Apple Carplay / Android Auto
  • Wireless Charger: Yes

i-ACTIVSENSE Advanced Safety Technology

  • Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) with Stop & Go
  • Lane-Keep Assist System (LAS)
  • Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
  • Smart Brake Support (SBS) – Front & Rear
  • Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS)
  • Adaptive Front-Lighting System (AFS)
  • High Beam Control (HBC)

 

 

What is Mazda3 1.5L High Plus’s tyre size?
Presently in Malaysia, the Mazda3 1.5L High Plus is equipped with 18” original equipment (OE) tyres and factory-fitted with 215/45 R18 tyres enhanced by silver alloy wheels (Sedan model) or gray alloy wheels (Liftback model).  

Which tyre brands offer 215/45 R18 size?
Several reputable tyre brands offer 215/45 R18 size in a range of tyre patterns engineered to meet various driving performance, safety and comfort needs, such as:

  • Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport
  • MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5
  • Bridgestone TURANZA 6
  • Bridgestone Turanza T005A
  • CONTINENTAL MaxContact MC7
  • BFGOODRICH g-Force PHENOM T/A
  • HANKOOK Ventus Prime4
  • LAUFENN Z FIT EQ
  • DUNLOP FORMULA D06
  • Dunlop Formula D05
  • Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT
  • KAPSEN K3000
  • KAPSEN S2000 and more

 

 

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About SUNLUN Group
Established in 1977, SUNLUN Group is today a leading tyre and automotive-related group of companies in Malaysia. From wholesale tyre distribution to one-stop retail automotive service centres and authorized motor dealerships, SUNLUN Group’s extensive supply-chain partners include major global companies such as Michelin, Goodyear, Bridgestone, Hankook, Deestone, Ascenso and Kapsen aimed at providing the best tyre solutions for all your automotive needs.   

 

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