The updated Mazda 2 is a bargain! And that’s pretty depressing…
Hm?! How can the fact that the new Mazda 2 is a bargain be depressing? It’s awesome that it’s beautiful and affordable…
Yes, but the Mazda 2 isn’t that affordable. This is not due to Mazda and not to the car itself, but because all small cars are no longer affordable. More than 21,000 euros for a B segmenter! Oof…
Mazda 2 cheaper than the competition
But why are we still calling the Mazda 2 a bargain? Because it was launched at a much cheaper price than the competition. For a Ford Fiesta you pay at least 26,450 euros. A Peugeot 208 is available from 24,050 euros and the Skoda Fabia costs 22,790 euros.
With its starting price of 21,290 euros, the Mazda 2 is in a good position. There is hardly an opponent that can match its price. The Citroën C3 is basically a little cheaper (from 19,990 euros), but has less rich equipment.
Recognizable by its half-closed grille
Anyway, on to the updated 2. You can easily distinguish it from its predecessor – depending on the version. The entry-level Center Line and Executive Line have a partially closed grille.
If you order an optional color, the compression will be painted in body color and the hubcaps of the base version will have an additional row of spokes injected. If you stay with the standard color, the grille remains black.
Only available with 90hp delivering 1.5
Mazda delivers the 2 Series with a 90 hp 1.5-liter petrol engine. The Mazda 2 Hybrid that is also available is just a Toyota Yaris with a different logo, which the brand probably only introduced because of its CO2 emissions (fleet average) down.
Mazda 2 is quite well equipped
For 21,290 euros, the 2 Series is well equipped, with front and rear power windows, cruise control, a touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED headlights and a partially leather-covered interior (steering wheel, shifter, handbrake handle).
The 25,290 euro exclusive line has alloy wheels, keyless entry, automatic climate control, seat and steering wheel heating, reversing camera, light and rain sensor, rear parking sensors and an automatically dimming interior mirror.
For a sportier look, you should have both Homura versions: the Homura for 24,290 euros or the Homura Aka for 26,290 euros. They do not have a semi-closed grille, but an air grille with a “gauze” in front of it. They stand on black wheels.