2025-01-15 · 5 min read
Mazda 3 Generations — BM/BN/BP Malaysia
BM (2014–2018): 2.0L SkyActiv-G, 6AT — good platform, well-proven. BN (2016–2018): facelift with updated styling. BP (2019+): Kodo 2.0 design, multi-link rear, GVC Plus, MRCC safety tech. Malaysia: BP is the clear choice for new buyers; BM is the value pick used.
Mazda 3 Generations
- BM/BN (2014–2018): SkyActiv-G 2.0L — solid but older; higher mileage risk
- BP (2019+): revised SkyActiv-G + SkyActiv-X option; refined cabin — the recommended buy
Mazda Model Generations — Malaysia Buyer Notes
Key generation notes: Mazda3 — BL (2009–2013) timing belt; BM/BN (2013–2018) SKYACTIV-G chain; BP (2019+) updated SKYACTIV-G with dual injection on 2.5L. CX-5 — KE (2012–2016) vs KF (2016+): KF has 2nd-gen SKYACTIV with G-Vectoring Control. CX-8 — SK (2017+): first Mazda 3-row SUV for Malaysia, SKYACTIV-G 2.5L and SKYACTIV-D 2.2L. CX-3 — DK (2015+): 2.0L SKYACTIV-G, compact crossover. All BP Mazda3 and 2021+ CX-5/CX-8 have Mazda Connect 2nd gen — better UI and OTA updates. Post-2019 models with i-Activsense (MRCC, BSM, LDWS, RCTA) offer the most comprehensive safety suite available locally.