{"id":32257,"date":"2022-12-06T01:00:26","date_gmt":"2022-12-05T17:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/item\/used-mazda-biante-guide"},"modified":"2023-05-03T16:50:34","modified_gmt":"2023-05-03T08:50:34","slug":"used-mazda-biante-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/used-mazda-biante-guide","title":{"rendered":"Mazda Biante: The Dark Horse among Mid-Sized MPVs (Used Buying Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Think large <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car?bodyType=3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">MPVs<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and admittedly, the <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\/mazda\/biante\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mazda Biante<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> wouldn\u2019t be the first box on wheels that comes to mind. That\u2019s understandable though. Mazda\u2019s now discontinued take on the segment had a slightly wider demographic that attempted to include alongside the usual large families some traveling businessmen as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nonetheless, the distinctive-looking Biante unwittingly remains an afterthought in a segment dominated by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\/nissan\/serena\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"color: #ff9900\">Nissan Serena<\/span><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and more recently, the <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\/toyota\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Toyota<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Voxy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Biante has plenty going for it, after all, it was in production during <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\/mazda\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mazda\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> renaissance period around the 2010s. Among them were powered sliding doors, a much plusher ride, and better interior packaging as well as that characteristic Hiroshima sharper handling than its peers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Having gone out of production in 2018, used Biantes can now be found for around RM60,000 for 2014 models and bring to the table a much more well-rounded package as a family mover.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29903\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0.png\" alt=\"2014 Mazda Biante\" width=\"1080\" height=\"781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0-300x217.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0-1024x741.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0-768x555.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0-150x108.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0-696x503.png 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-SKYACTIV-G-2.0-1068x772.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A 2014 Mazda Biante SKYACTIV-G 2.0 sold on CARSOME for RM66,900<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Mazda Biante Range in Malaysia<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Although it was launched in Japan back in 2008, the Biante only made its way here about 5 years later in 2013. You could have it in any configuration so long it was the sole variant available, a CBU SkyActiv-G 2.0 that sold for RM 145,719.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Key features comprised the aforementioned dual powered-sliding doors, stop\/start i-Stop idle, keyless entry, and a reverse camera.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Power came from a SkyActiv-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder that made 149 PS and 190 Nm of torque. A six-speed SkyActiv automatic drove the front wheels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Unfortunately, the Biante wasn\u2019t given a fair shot at realizing its potential as sales in Malaysia were halted in 2017; a relatively short lifespan here. Furthermore, Mazda chose to focus on the burgeoning SUV segment moving forward and didn\u2019t plan on a successor for it, making it the last of the Mohicans as a Mazda MPV.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Read More:<\/b> <span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/used-mazda-cx-5-malaysia\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Used Mazda CX-5 Buying Guide<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Variant to Buy &amp; Current Market Prices<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Well, this might seem like a moot point given the lack of any variants but that obviously doesn\u2019t mean you walk out there and buy the first <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\/mazda\/biante\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Biante<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> you see. Being an informed customer, it helps to know what common issues and maintenance costs are. Factors such as mileage and if any of the common problems have already been addressed should play heavily into the final decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The early batch of 2013 and 2014 units are advertised for around RM60,000 while the final batch of 2017 models commands a much higher premium in the RM80,000 range.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29904\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side.png\" alt=\"Mazda Biante side profile\" width=\"1247\" height=\"822\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side.png 1247w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side-1024x675.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side-768x506.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side-150x99.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side-696x459.png 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Side-1068x704.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1247px) 100vw, 1247px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maintenance &amp; Common Problems<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Depreciation is a wonderful thing when it comes to purchasing a used car but one thing to bear in mind is that maintenance isn\u2019t subject to it. A car might be more affordable pre-owned but the cost of keeping it running wouldn\u2019t have gone down by much.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">That said, the Biante isn\u2019t pricey to keep on the road but it always helps to know beforehand what you\u2019ll be putting your money on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some of the basic, non-mechanical running costs to keep in mind include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Item<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price (RM)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Road Tax<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">380<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tyres 205\/50\/R16<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">220-330 (a piece)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Battery 70AH EFB<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">450-580<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Read More:<\/b> <span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/hidden-fees-when-buying-car\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t Be Fooled by Common Hidden Fees When Buying a Used Car in Malaysia<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On a larger scale, the cost of maintenance is estimated to be approximately as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The SkyActiv mill is identical to that found in the <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\/mazda\/3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mazda 3<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and 6 from that period. Hence, it isn\u2019t difficult to find a workshop that specializes in the Biante and Mazdas of that era.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/car-service-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Timely maintenance<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is key and a primary factor in selecting the right unit. As always, a complete service history goes a long way in ensuring your Biante will continue to go a long way more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Biante\u2019s service schedule is relatively straightforward without the need to replace any major components in the first 120,000km.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29907\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior.png\" alt=\"Mazda Biante interior\" width=\"1306\" height=\"954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior.png 1306w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior-1024x748.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior-768x561.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior-150x110.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior-696x508.png 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Interior-1068x780.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1306px) 100vw, 1306px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mazda Biante maintenance schedule:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Interval (km)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Items<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price (RM)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">10,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Engine oil, oil filter, plug washer<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">300<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">20,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Engine oil filter<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">100<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">20,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cabin filter<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">120<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">60,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fuel filter and retainer<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">350<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">40,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Replace brake fluid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">220<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">120,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spark plugs (iridium)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">350<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">200,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Coolant<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">200<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No car is perfect and that means there will be some issues plaguing them. We spoke to independent Mazda SkyActiv specialists JTech Autoserv and they kindly shared some of the common issues that owners might expect during their Biante ownership experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Part<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Symptom<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price (RM)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Absorbers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bumpy ride, increased road shock<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1,200<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Front lower arms<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vibrations, road shock noise<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1,300<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Engine oil control valve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Loss of power, foul smell, increased engine noise<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">900<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">O2 sensor<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Check engine light, erratic idling<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Airflow sensor<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Check engine light, engine knocking<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">450<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ABS speed sensor<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ABS warning light<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">400<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Engine oil leak<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Oil leaks at valve cover gasket, rear bearing oil seal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many modern vehicles come with a caveat of a lifetime lifespan for the transmission fluid and the Biante\u2019s SkyActiv six-speed auto is one of them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nonetheless, most workshops will call absolute baloney on that statement. JTech Autoserv advises owners to replace the ATF every 40,000km or so to extend the transmission\u2019s lifespan and keep it running optimally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The workshop also implores owners to perform preventive maintenance in the form of walnut blasting every 6-10 months.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Older petrol direct injection engines will suffer from a build-up of carbon and oil sludge on the valves. The process of walnut blasting; as the name suggests, sees a high-pressured blast of finely crushed walnut shells on the valves to clean them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, SkyActiv powertrains are generally reliable, robust, and ready to serve if cared for as recommended by the manufacturer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Read More: <\/b><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/how-to-check-car-fluids-oil\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here\u2019s How to Check the 6 Essential Car Oils &amp; Fluids in Your Car<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29906\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot.png\" alt=\"Mazda Biante Boot\" width=\"1284\" height=\"918\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot.png 1284w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot-1024x732.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot-150x107.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot-696x498.png 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2014-Mazda-Biante-Boot-1068x764.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1284px) 100vw, 1284px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mazda truly pieced together a proper mid-sized MPV with the Biante. Practical, spacious, and able to comfortably swallow 8 adults, it\u2019s more than capable of taking the fight to the Serena or Voxy and isn\u2019t deserving of playing second-fiddle in that segment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On the bright side, that very bridesmaid tag translates into being priced lower than its peers to make for a real value-for-money proposition. Granted, not many units of the Biante were sold during its time here so the pool might be a little shallow in terms of choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Prospective buyers looking for a used, mid-sized MPV should take the time to look around and definitely keep the Biante in mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Check out <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">CARSOME<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> if you\u2019re looking for a pre-owned <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/buy-car\/mazda\/biante\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mazda Biante<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can also download our mobile app from the <\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900\" href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.carsome.customer&amp;hl=en&amp;gl=US\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Google Play Store<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/carsome-buy-used-cars-online\/id1587132601\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"color: #ff9900\">Apple App Store<\/span><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for a hassle-free car-shopping experience in your hands.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Mazda Biante is a rare sight in Malaysia. 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