This is the new Mazda 2, which had its global unveil last week. Given how popular its larger siblings (3 and 6 sedans) are with Malaysians, this will be a car to watch when it is launched in Malaysia, which will likely be towards the end of this year (according to a research report) or sometime in the first half of 2015.
The new Mazda 2 will begin production at Mazda’s Hofu plant this autumn, but it will likely see additional production or assembly sites in countries like Mexico and Thailand. Who knows, Berjaya Auto might decide to assemble it in Malaysia as well, but with the B-segment being more of a volume game with lower margins, this will depend on how many it thinks it will be able to sell.
There are 10 exterior colours available in Japan – this will of course differ from country to country. The hero colour is of course red, but there are a lot of other colours including pink and three shades of blue. There are also four choices of interiors, including one shade that’s combined with leather.
We’ve decided to compare the new 2 with other B-segment hatchbacks including the Ford Fiesta, which the Mazda 2 used to share a platform with. Mazda and Ford have since parted ways, with Mazda developing their own engine, gearbox and platform for their passenger cars. With the new Mazda 2 out, the last Mazda-Ford JV product on sale will be the Mazda BT-50 pick-up truck.
Old Mazda 2 | 2015 Mazda 2 | 2014 Honda Jazz | Ford Fiesta 1.5 | |
Length | 3,922 mm | 4,060 mm | 3,955 mm | 3,982 mm |
Width | 1,695 mm | 1,695 mm | 1,694 mm | 1,722 mm |
Height | 1,485 mm | 1,500 mm | 1,524 mm | 1,489 mm |
Wheelbase | 2,490 mm | 2,570 mm | 2,530 mm | 2,489 mm |
Engine | 1.5L | 1.3L/1.5L* | 1.5L | 1.5L |
Gearbox | 4 AT | 6 AT | CVT | 6 DCT |
Horsepower | 102 hp | 92 hp/100 hp* | 118 hp | 110 hp |
Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm/150 Nm* | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
*No official Mazda 2 1.5L Skyactiv figures released yet, numbers from Mazda 3 1.5 Skyactiv
As you can see from the comparison table above, the new Mazda 2 has grown quite a bit over the old one, and it is the only B-segment hatchback in the above list that breaks the four-metre length mark. If Mazda wants to sell this little hatchback in India, it might have to develop a revised design that is under four metres in length for tax reasons, as taxes in that populous country is lower for cars under four metres in length.
Its wheelbase of 2,570 mm has grown about 80 mm over the previous model, giving it the longest wheelbase of the cars compared above, beating even the Jazz. The benchmark for interior size in the segment is the Honda Jazz thanks to its superb packaging and overall height so let’s see if the Mazda 2 can beat it.
Another interesting engine option that’s not listed above is the 1.5 litre SkyActiv-D, a little turbodiesel motor that does 105 PS at 6,000 rpm and 250 Nm of torque from 1,500-2,500 rpm when mated to the six-speed automatic gearbox. Torque is a little lower when mated to the six-speed manual, at 220 Nm.
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looks very upmarket, i bet it will be priced like pug 208….maybe around $90k
For RM90k it better come with everything on the list!
Waiting for the Ah Beng Support Proton to come here to say that Mazda copy the design of the GSC. And that Proton is the best car in the world, better than even Porsche, BMW and Mercedes
You sound like that Ah Beng ooo
Hello Ah Beng! Nice to see you here!
“Who knows, Berjaya Auto might decide to assemble it in Malaysia as well, but with the B-segment being more of a volume game with lower margins, this will depend on how many it thinks it will be able to sell.”
Or it depends if the price must be higher than Suprima or not…Takut nanti Proton marah.
Who cares to buy Mazda which having too many problem worldwide! Expensive but no safety every year got airbag recall! Apart from all models, Mazda 3 is the worst. Mazda will follow the same.
PROTON are better in terms of safety, pricing and R&H compare to Mazda..
Link >> http://www.mazdaproblems.com/
Same Lorr, you are horribly misguided. A car manufacturer issuing a recall is a sign that they are trustworthy and transparent. It shows that they have a rigid quality assurance program in place that continually monitors for issues in their products and rectifies these issues. They also learn from them thereby improving future products.
This is a far better approach then those manufacturers that don’t offer recalls and are quiet about their problems. GM is currently being sued for a problem where they did not issue a recall. Volkswagen is facing legal suits in Australia for problems with their cars that caused deaths. Mitsubishi went near bankrupt in the 90’s with a problem that they did not publicise facing a massive lawsuit.
I would personally prefer to buy from a manufacturer that issues recalls than from one that pretends that their products are of high quality and keeps quiet about it. Funny how you didn’t mention Toyota.
lol burn
Moron…like Toyota didn’t issue airbag recalls? All the airbags are by the same few suppliers, in case you haven’t heard.
seriously bro? Are you sohai ? in 2024, Mazda skyactiv has proven to be successful and Mazda had moved upmarket. Meanwhile Proton was brought by China car maker Geely and revert to the route of rebadging. Are you sohai?
Preve 最好的!
The impersonator Same Lorr thought put a few chinese words can pretend he is Chinese. The grammar is so funny. Can see it is copied from google translate.
Typical Proton 5S lifestyle:
1. Sendiri Cakap
2. Sendiri Syok
3. Sentiasa Rosak
4. Sales Carnival
5. Semakin Mahal
One year later, the Pug can only be traded in for RM25k.
For the Mazda, easily RM70k
Why no weight figures? There’s this thing called power-to-weight ratio that’s kinda useful in car comparisons.
I hope it will come with auto cruise. =(
Base on your chart, the winner is Honda Jazz!
Jazz looks so outdated already next to this car.
Exactly my thought. With a little bit of sacrifice here and there, but it still seems to be more “all-rounder”.
As for outward appearance, mazda 2015 looks is fresher because it distant itself further than its predecessor. Jazz, in contrast, is on the closer side to its predecessor.
This definitely the best of the latest Japanese superminis (Honda Jazz second) that can challenge Europe’s best.
Longer and fatter than Honda Jazz.
Bring in Mazda2 1300cc Skyactiv, go for EEV CKD production mode.
whoaallaa.. we will get RM63k Mazda2.
The problem I have is when it comes to Malaysia. Remember that Mazda 3 used to have all the bells and whistles internationally but when the car comes to our shores, we don’t even have leather seats? And don’t even get me started on the ridiculous pricing for the kit offered here in bolehland.
seriously with this 92 hp/100 hp*??
The 1.5L hp is just indicative , Mazda might re-tune the engine for better power.
If you view some of overseas review, all of them concluded even Mazda 3 1.5 can match any 2.0 engines. The complete package of efficient transmission, lower weight and efficient engine gives you the power you want. What’s the point of having higher HP when you have poor transmission and heavy body just like the Suprima and Preve. Proton can’t build modern car with good power delivery and highly efficient vehicle, PERIOD. That’s the reason why we shouldn’t keep harping on the issue of HP and turbo.
Hp help sells cars, but it’s torque that win races!
Honda Jazz?? looks like a proton suprima + myvi. Love the blue colour body paint and leather seat mazda is offering.
All-New Mazda2 Hatchback wheelbase is 2,570mm, increased 80mm from previous generation.
1.5 only 100hp? Wahahahhaa… can’t even overtake a tractor!
I think your knowledge is just like a tractor….Car manufacturer can retune the engine according to each country requirement and for you tractor knowledge, lower hp doesnt mean it will not match higher hp cars. It can made up the differences by having fast gearbox and light weight materials build in. Now this is what today’s car is all about. So, keep driving your tractor if you keep thinking of only hp…
Ever thought of looking at the big picture? I don’t like pulling numbers out of no where but I’m pretty confident to say 4 out of 5 person never make full use of their engine’s power.
Honda’s 118hp@6600rpm and Mazda’s 100hp@6000rpm means nothing when people hardly ever revs to that speed.
On the other hand, most people (non “racers”) drive between 1500-3500rpm, maybe 4500rpm if overtake, can really feel the extra torque the engine can provide. Again, I don’t have figures but I’m pretty sure Mazda’s engine is tuned for torque.
Just look at it, more punch at lower RPM than any other engine is capable at higher RPM. The diesel is even more interesting.
we will not be getting the car with most of the goodness seen here. that i am sure
Looks delicious. Worthy competitor to the new Jazz.
Bermaz, bring in the high-spec MANUAL version.
Nice! but how’s the ride compare to suzuki swift?
Peugeot 208 with 120hp and 160Nm is more powerful. And 208 kit list is more impressive too.
Especially with optional steering lock
Yeah…when the gearbox breaks, then it’s even more impressive.
If Bermaz brings in the manual, high power petrol version, im gonna buy this. It’ll be good to practice handbrake turns lol