MAZDA 2 (2007-2014) PRICES AND SPECIFICATIONS, PHOTOS AND REVIEW

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The lightweight and compact Mazda 2 not only looks great, but is also great for driving on busy city roads. Despite its compactness, the car is very spacious. This car is simple and easy to drive, as well as very economical in fuel consumption. A good set of standard equipment and a dynamic body design, coupled with the ability to provide passive and active safety, make the Mazda 2 a good choice for young people.

This new B-class car from Japan is delivered to Russia with a 1.3 or 1.5 liter engine and a manual or automatic transmission. A choice of three configurations of the Mazda 2 - Direct, Energy or Sport.

The most expensive Sport equipment, in fact, is distinguished by the presence of climate control, a dynamic stabilization system and light-alloy wheels. And the "base" Direct is just offered by the 1.3-liter engine. For each configuration of the Mazda 2, additional packages of options are also offered (air conditioning or climate control (for Energy), various layouts of the audio system, power accessories and aerodynamic body kit). Accordingly, depending on the configuration, the price for a Mazda 2 in 2014 ranges from 585 thousand rubles (for Direct with a manual gearbox) to 738 thousand rubles (for a Sport with an automatic transmission).

Outwardly, the Mazda2 is a typical Mazda product. The design of the car is made in the corporate style, first used on the Mazda RX-8 sports car. This can be seen in the pronounced wheel arch arches on the front fenders, which are harmoniously tied to the two side stamping lines. In general, the design gives the Mazda 2 car individuality and makes it recognizable - even despite similar design solutions, it is impossible to confuse the Mazda2 with the Mazda3. Mazda 2 has no cutting eyes, sharp lines and its design is more in the style of "fitness sport" than "aggressive driving".

Interior design in Mazda 2 without luxury is laconic and practical (in Japanese). The centerpiece of the car's dashboard is a console with climate controls and a radio. The console itself is framed by a kind of convex spherical surface, with a small screen in a circle, to the right and left of which there are buttons. The plastic used in the cabin is tough, but it looks harmonious.

The organization of the space in the car is designed in such a way that the driver feels no worse than in a higher class car. And it's not bad to ride in the rear seats (by the standards of the class).
The gear lever is placed on the protrusion of the center console, freeing the floor, where a shelf is arranged between the seats, where, for example, a handbag can fit. Mazda 2 is even positioned as a woman's, but, apparently, it will suit a young man as well - after all, the Mazda 2's driving characteristics are quite capable of giving pleasure from active driving.

Trying to find flaws in the Mazda 2's driving performance, except for minor and understandable oversights, it will not be possible to find serious flaws in the car. During the test, the car demonstrates good suspension capabilities - although potholes (or tram rails) can cause discomfort (this car fulfills them harshly), but the suspension is quite energy-intensive - it is not easy to catch a breakdown.
On the track, the Mazda 2's 1.5-liter petrol engine delivers all its 103 horsepower. and pleases with low fuel consumption (5.9 liters per 100 kilometers with “mechanics” in mixed mode).

B-class cars, according to statistics, are more popular in versions with an automatic transmission, but this is easily explained - such cars are more often bought by women. The Mazda 2's automatic transmission is well-behaved at the start, but slightly disappointing when overtaking or uphill. The fact is that “uphill” shifts are smooth and fast, but the kick-down makes the hydraulic four-stage mechanism think about it, but in this case there is no full-fledged manual mode. But the manual gearbox allows you to fully use all the capabilities of the car - switching pleases with a short lever stroke and clarity.

From the handling of the Mazda 2, you can really get real pleasure, closing your eyes to the fact that such cars are considered feminine in our country. The steering wheel of the car is accurate, informative, and the chassis setting allows you to control the steering with the gas pedal. Of course, for most modern B-class cars, this is quite normal, but the Mazda 2 gives a special feeling of unity with the mechanism.

If you summarize your impressions of the car and look back at the success of Mazda in our market, Mazda2 is seen as a clear contender for the role of the sales leader in the B segment, no matter what evil tongues may speak. Yes, yes, we were all bribed again ... Bribed by the excellent driving characteristics of the car, interesting design and comfortable interior, and also traditionally well and interestingly organized event.

Summing up, we can say that a Mazda 2 car, for its class, would be ideal ... but only a slow “automatic” without a manual mode prevents it from becoming a standard. So, if you like a “manual box” or you like “automatic” and do not like active driving - Mazda 2 will be a good option.

Specifications Mazda 2 1.5 (manual transmission).

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