Vehicle Overview
Launched internationally in 2007, the subcompact Mazda2 arrives stateside for 2011 as Mazda's entry-level offering. It's only available as a hatchback and is slotted below the Mazda3. However, the Mazda2 has more standard features than its larger sibling. The Honda Fit looks to be a major Mazda2 competitor, as do a host of other small cars, from the Ford Fiesta and Chevy Aveo to the Nissan Versa and Toyota Yaris. The Mazda2 comes in Sport and Touring trim levels. Both employ a 100-horsepower, 1.5-liter four-cylinder. Manual and automatic transmissions are available.
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Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop)
The power retractable hardtop opens/closes electrically by operating switches
in the
vehicle. When opening/closing the hardtop, the hardtop, deck and window glass
operate
together. The hardtop ...
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
WARNING:
When removing the fuel cap, loosen the
cap slightly and wait for any hissing to
stop. Then remove it:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause illness
if ingested. ...
Ride & Handling
Impressively, Mazda continues to make good on its zoom-zoom marketing
tagline. Just about every one of its models, with the possible exception of the
Escape clone Tribute, is among the most engagi ...