Dongfeng SHINE
Dongfeng SHINE
E1
SAR 56,650
Mazda 3 Sedan
Mazda 3 Sedan
Entry FWD
SAR 73,600
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Dongfeng SHINE vs Mazda 3 Sedan Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of Dongfeng SHINE and Mazda 3 Sedan. Dongfeng SHINE is priced between SAR 56,650 while Mazda 3 Sedan is priced between SAR 73,600. Talking about the technical specifications, Dongfeng SHINE E1 houses 1498 engine whereas Mazda 3 Sedan Entry FWD engine displacement is 1998.

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Overview: SHINE vs 3 Sedan

Brand Dongfeng Mazda
SRP* SAR 56,650 SHINE Price SAR 73,600 3 Sedan Price
Variant SHINE E1 3 Sedan Entry FWD
User Rating Tell us your vehicle story Write a Review 5 3 Sedan reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in Saudi Arabia Petrol Petrol Cars in Saudi Arabia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan Cars in Saudi Arabia Sedan Sedan Cars in Saudi Arabia

Key Features

Central Locking Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine Displacement 1498 cc 1998 cc
Hill Hold Assist Yes -
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Top Speed 180 Km/h -
Power 123Hp@6000rpm -
Torque 158Nm@4500rpm -
Driver Airbag - Yes
Passenger Airbag - Yes
Parking Sensors - Rear
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Best Loan Offers

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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5/5
1 reviews
User Review Comparison --
  • Combination of performance, safety, and tech

    With key features and tech, the Mazda 3 Sedan comes across as an impressive car in its segment in Saudi Arabia right now. Especially the advanced...

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    Ayman May 28, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like

Stylish design with aerodynamic exterior; appearance gives good value.

Likely good feature set for price, given the Shine is above base line in Dongfeng’s offering.

Likely comfortable for city driving and daily use.

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Stylish design with premium feel

Good fuel economy

Well-built interior with quality materials

Fun to drive with sharp handling

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Things we don't like

 

Less powerful, may lag in performance.

Brand-new model so little data on long-term durability.

Service and parts availability may be less for this model depending on trim.

 

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Lacks rear passenger seat space

Not the strongest engine power

Slightly higher price than economy sedans

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Engine & Transmission

Gear Box 6 Speed Double Clutch --
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine 1.5L 2.0L
Fuel Supply System -- Yes
Emission -- Yes

Performance

Engine Displacement 1498 cc 1998 cc
Power 123Hp@6000rpm --
Torque 158Nm@4500rpm --
Acceleration 13s --
Fuel Consumption 20.1 kmpl --
Top Speed 180 Km/h --
Fuel Type -- Petrol
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 454 L --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 50 L --
Length 4670 MM --
Width 1812 MM --
Height 1490 MM --
Wheel Base 2680 MM --
Kerb Weight 1232 KG --
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Front Suspension McPherson Independent --
Steering Type Electric Electric
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch --
Tyre Size 205/55R16 --
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Semi Independent --
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
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Interior

Instrument Cluster Display Size 7 Inch --

Safety & Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes --
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes --
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes --
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes --
Traction Control Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Auto Hold Yes --
No Of Airbag 2 2 --
ISOFIX Yes --
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Hill Hold Assist Yes --
Passenger Airbag -- Yes
Power Door Locks -- Yes
Driver Airbag -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Rear Rear
Parking Assist -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
Fire Extinguisher -- Yes
First Aid Kit -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes --
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes --
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Power Windows Front -- Yes
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Glove Box Cooling -- Yes
Power Steering -- Yes
Foldable Rear Seat -- Yes
Rear Seat Headrest -- Yes
Cup Holders-Rear -- Yes
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
Remote key -- Yes
Usb charger -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Numbers of Speakers 4 4 --
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touch Screen Size 13 Inch 13 Inch --
FM/AM/Radio -- Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input -- Yes
Apple Carplay -- Yes
Portable Charging Cable -- Yes
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes --
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp Type LED LED LED LED
LED DRL Yes --
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Miscellaneous

Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Tacho Meter -- Yes
Leather Steering Wheel -- Yes
Digital Odometer -- Yes
Spare Wheel -- Yes

Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes

Dongfeng SHINE vs Mazda 3 Sedan FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Dongfeng SHINE vs Mazda 3 Sedan?

SHINE is priced at SAR 56,650 and 3 Sedan is priced at SAR 73,600. Hence SHINE is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more safety features between Dongfeng SHINE vs Mazda 3 Sedan?

SHINE safety features: Central Locking, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Cruise Control, Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer, Auto Hold, ISOFIX, Lane Change Indicator and Hill Hold Assist

3 Sedan safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Door Ajar Warning, Engine Immobilizer, Lane Change Indicator, Parking Assist, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit

The Dongfeng SHINE has higher number of sefety features than 3 Sedan, hence Dongfeng SHINE is more safer than Mazda 3 Sedan.

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Which Car has more comfort features between SHINE vs 3 Sedan?

SHINE comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Reading Lamp, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

3 Sedan comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Air Quality Control, Heater, Glove Box Cooling, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Centre Console Armrest, Remote key and Usb charger

The Mazda 3 Sedan has higher number of comfort features than SHINE, hence Mazda 3 Sedan is more comfortable than Dongfeng SHINE.

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