Next-gen Mazda 2 to launch in Malaysia year-end?

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An RHB research report has revealed that five new Mazda models are scheduled to arrive in Malaysia in the next three years, beginning with the new Mazda 2, expected in the fourth quarter this year.

That’s quick, considering the Hazumi Concept (pictured), meant to point towards the next-gen Mazda 2, has just shown up at the ongoing Geneva show. The report adds that the new B-segmenter will be built in Thailand and be available in sedan and hatch bodystyles. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the vehicle will have SkyActiv tech.

Another revelation is that the new assembly facility located within Inokom’s Kulim plant is expected to be fully commissioned next month, on schedule. Trial production has already begun, and by the end of this year, production capacity should reach 20,000 units per year.

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Jonathan James Tan

While most dream of the future, Jonathan Tan dreams of the past, although he's never been there. Fantasises much too often about cruising down Treacher Road (Jalan Sultan Ismail) in a Triumph Stag that actually works, and hopes this stint here will snap him back to present reality.

 

Comments

  • Good News….

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    • As long the price higher than Preve, MITI sure approve the Mazda price list…if not delay until year 2020 to be sold here lah

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  • Never expected it. Good job..

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  • please confirm la
    even mazda3 till now not open for sales yet…
    y very slow progress yea?
    mazda2 nice looking car compared to other hatch, so spped up the process of producing it lah…

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    • stanley on Mar 05, 2014 at 5:30 pm

      New Mazda 3 on the road see few time d lo. Test drive car also available at showroom. 19th March is official launch.

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      • hondaman on Mar 05, 2014 at 5:50 pm

        yup, saw it twice this week in subang jaya with new selangor number plate

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  • Wow..Impressive..I wonder why they are not doing the same with Mazda 3? maybe they wanted to discuss more about the EEV incentive which is reveal in the NAP with MITI…so they can reduce the price…wild guess..

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  • Matchy on Mar 05, 2014 at 3:55 pm

    I thought the previous report said launch in 2015?

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  • Maserati on Mar 05, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    Truly one of the most good looking car out there, beats concept from BMW or Audi lately.
    The back reminds me a lot of Alfa, which is good as Mazda and Alfa is known to design the best looking cars out there.
    Combined with Mazda’s godly reliability, technology which makes Germany engineer wet their beds and excellent fuel consumption, this car will take the world by storm!
    Mark my words!

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  • sleek design indeed.. RM?

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  • Chris on Mar 05, 2014 at 5:46 pm

    Anyone know what engine will this car gets? One would assume the 1.5L skyactiv, while a lot of torque for a 1.5L, it’s not exactly hot hatch territory isn’t it?

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  • Guilt79 on Mar 05, 2014 at 6:48 pm

    Mazda is coming with a vengeance.

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  • BLT Club on Mar 05, 2014 at 11:01 pm

    Unexpected indeed. Would love to take this car for a spin. Proton GSC, please exit stage left…

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  • Archangel on Mar 06, 2014 at 1:41 am

    Looking forward for this car to launch in Malaysia.

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  • Mazda know how to build a good and reliable cars.
    Awesome design with awesome handling!!

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  • mrupai on Mar 08, 2014 at 10:35 pm

    Bring mazadaspeed3 here.

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  • Max87 on Apr 08, 2014 at 9:07 pm

    Will seriously consider this car if the price is the same as the current mazda 2

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  • Should CKD this model. Will be a hot seller! I may even switch from Toyota.

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