Mazda 2 has received KODO design and now it speaks the same language as of its larger siblings produced by Mazda. The second generation of Mazda 2 is a stylish and distinctive small sized hatchback that has been offered for the UK buyers.
It has been introduced in the UK to directly rival the models like Ford Fiesta, Renault Clio, and all new Vauxhall Corsa. It will also give a tough time to the new refreshed Skoda Fabia and Volkswagen Polo. At Mazda, things have typically gone in a very different way for the new Mazda 2.
Unlike the automakers that are afraid of their inabilities to reduce carbon emissions without decreasing the engine sizes by inserting the turbochargers, Mazda is coming with the larger capacity engines while the diesel engines are already up to the mark.
Although, the 1.5-litre engine by Mazda is especially designed for the 2 series and this engine is capable of cranking 104bhp with the extra aid of forced induction. There is a range of 1.5 litre naturally aspirated engines which are available in three power outputs from 74bhp, 89bhp to 113bhp.
Despite the smaller engines, Mazda has managed to break the standards for the engines of hatchbacks and the reason is that they do not want to sacrifice the performance for bogus economy.
Mazda acclaimed that the economy will be accomplished through Mazda’s benchmarking technology called Skyactiv technology. This technology will ultimately boost the efficiency and performance of the Mazda 2 at the same time.
By putting the performance things aside on the 2, let’s have a look at its economy figures first. The all-new Mazda 2 will emit just over 115g per kilometre of carbon emissions or even less based on the driving conditions. Officially acclaimed fuel economy is capped at 57 miles per gallon from the least economic engine offered in the Mazda 2 line-up.
Mazda 2 has both power transmission options including manual and automatic on demand. Manual transmissions are standard on all Mazda 2 models. However, there is a five-speed transmission offered for the lower power petrol engines too. If you wish to have an automatic transmission on your Mazda 2, than it will be optionally available on just 89 bhp petrol engines. However, an 113bhp diesel engine can also be fitted with the six-speed lightweight automatic gearbox.
Aside from these performance facts, Mazda has offered special edition 2 with an assortment of technologies from a nine-inch colour touch screen to MZD connect system.
It is a newly built system that allows the drivers to hook up their smart phones with their Mazda 2 for the first time to enjoy many online services.
An upgraded Mazda special satellite navigation system and first ever head up the display at any hatchback is also being offered on the 2. So keep your eyes on the road and the display at the same time.
