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Mazda 2 (2007 - )  
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Enjoyable and fun to drive, economical engine, sensibly priced, feels well built, ride harshness over bumps improved for 2011.

Interior plastics aren't soft to touch, side bump strips a dealer-fit option.

Introduction

Latest Update 18-5-2012: Boot switch can fail. Recommend any purchaser of new or used model to make sure the boot locks and inspect the rubber boot switch. If it is cracked or damaged it may need to be replaced. Replacements cost £47.69, part number d651624bob .

11-4-2012: Mazda2 'Venture' Edition announced with Sanyo TomTom Satnav at £12,995. 115g/km CO2, so £30 annual tax and 14% BIK.

Introduction:

It looks good from every angle. Comes in nice colours such as solid red, metallic green, gold, silver, metallic dark blue, metallic grey, and, happily, solid white. And it's a hoot to drive.

Mazda talks about "joy and love of ownership" and the Mazda 2 has so much sparkle, both men and women drivers love it.

Honest John road test of 1.5 automatic here: Mazda2 1.5 automatic

Bangkok Post Comparison Test 1.5 auto v/s Honda Jazz, Suzuki Swift and Toyota Yaris 1.5 autos: http://www.bangkokpost.com/auto/autoreview/169775/japanese-sub-compact

 

 

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Last updated 18 May 2012
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