Verdict
The Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift costs RM103,670, RM25,513 more than the RM78,157 Mazda 2 Sedan DE. That money brings a 114 hp/149 Nm direct-injection 1.5 litre, six-speed automatic and a claimed 5.3 L/100 km, against 102 hp/135 Nm, four speeds and 6.3 L/100 km. It also gets stability control, a reverse camera and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. But the older DE has the much larger 450-litre boot, versus 220 litres. For a used-car buyer carrying luggage, that is a serious advantage; for safety and daily usability, take the facelift.
Pick the Mazda 2 Sedan DE if a 450-litre boot and the lower RM78,157 entry price matter more than newer safety and infotainment equipment.
Pick the Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift if you want 114 hp, stability control, a reverse camera and a five-year/100,000 km free-service package.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 2 Sedan DE RM78,157; Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift RM103,670.
- Power and torque: Mazda 2 Sedan DE 102 hp and 135 Nm; Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift 114 hp and 149 Nm.
- Transmission: Mazda 2 Sedan DE four-speed 4F27E automatic; Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic.
- Rated fuel economy: Mazda 2 Sedan DE 6.3 L/100 km; Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift 5.3 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Mazda 2 Sedan DE 450 litres; Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift 220 litres.
- Wheelbase: Mazda 2 Sedan DE 2,490 mm; Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift 2,570 mm.
DE
- RM25,513 cheaper to buy.
- 450-litre boot, 230 litres larger.
- Lighter at 1,053 kg versus 1,115 kg.
- No stability control, hill start assist or ISOFIX.
- Four-speed automatic versus the facelift's six-speed unit.
- No reverse camera, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
DJ Sedan Facelift
- 114 hp and 149 Nm from its 1.5 litre direct-injection engine.
- Stability control, rear camera and four rear parking sensors.
- 5.3 L/100 km rated economy and five-year/100,000 km free service.
- RM25,513 more expensive.
- 220-litre boot is 230 litres smaller.
- Heavier at 1,115 kg versus 1,053 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM78,157✓ | RM103,670 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 102 hp | 114 hp✓ |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 149 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 78 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4F27E | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 4 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 6.3 L/100 km | 5.3 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,263 mm | 4,340 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,483 mm | 1,470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,490 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | 1,053 kg | 1,115 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres✓ | 220 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/55R15 | 185/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/55R15 | 185/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop Enasave EC300+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control✓ | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Driver and front passenger only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal bulb | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Touch-screen with CD, DVD, Bluetooth, Navigation, USB and AUX, 4 speakers | 7.0" Touchscreen Mazda Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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DE vs DJ Sedan Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda 2 Sedan DE or Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift better?
The Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift is the better all-round car for its stronger 114 hp engine, six-speed automatic, stability control and newer cabin equipment. Choose the DE if its 450-litre boot is a priority, because the facelift has only 220 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift costs RM25,513 more than the Mazda 2 Sedan DE. The gap brings 12 hp, 14 Nm, two extra transmission ratios, a 1.0 L/100 km lower rated fuel-use figure, stability control and substantially newer convenience equipment.
Which Mazda 2 Sedan has the bigger boot?
The Mazda 2 Sedan DE has a 450-litre boot, while the Mazda 2 Sedan DJ Sedan Facelift has 220 litres. The DE therefore carries 230 litres more luggage, despite being 77 mm shorter overall.