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Mazda 2 2017

Mazda 2 2017

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$7,920

The 2017 Mazda 2 range of configurations is currently priced from $8,990.

Our most recent review of the 2017 Mazda 2 resulted in a score of 7.9 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing Journalist Andrew Chesterton had this to say at the time: It's a shame the Mazda2 Genki competes in a segment that's fading in relevance. It's comfortable, practical enough, and well-equipped. And it's positively loaded with top-spec safety gear.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Andrew Chesterton liked most about this particular version of the Mazda 2: Driving dynamics spot-on for the city, Clever packaging makes the most of small cabin, Outstanding standard safety equipment

The 2017 Mazda 2 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 900 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Mazda 2 is also known as Mazda Demio in markets outside Australia.

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5.5L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
6 Speed Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Rating Summary
Practicality
8
Price and features
7
Driving
8
Safety
9
Overview
Likes
Driving dynamics spot-on for the city
Clever packaging makes the most of small cabin
Outstanding standard safety equipment
Dislikes
Barren backseat
Price pushes it into bigger car territory
Loud and a little jittery at freeway speeds

Mazda 2 2017 FAQs

What $20,000 car should I buy?

Unfortunately you’ve kept the Corolla too long, and have had to spend money to keep it going. Keep that in mind for the next one you buy.

You’re constrained by your $20,000 budget, but I would suggest you look at a Kia Rio, Mazda2, Mitsubishi Lancer, or Suzuki Swift. All should fall within your budget and all will give you a good run. If you were prepared to buy a used car that is one or two years old, you could consider a Toyota Corolla, or a Mazda3.

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Is the Mazda 2 GT sedan a suitable car for someone in their 30s?

That’s a sexist question that I’m not prepared to answer in the form you’ve asked it. The GT tag is thrown around today by marketing wiz kids with no knowledge of its history, the result is that cars get badged with GT stickers that really aren’t true GTs. The Mazda2 GT is a Mazda2 with a few extra goodies, but sadly no extra grunt or suspension tweaks. If you want to look cool it might appeal, but if you want a real performance-oriented small car try the VW Polo GTi or its bigger brother, the Golf GTi.

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What's a safe first car?

I wouldn't recommend the Polo, it requires the more expensive Premium unleaded, it's got the dual-clutch auto, which can be troublesome, and it will be more expensive to service. The Mazda 2 or the Toyota Yaris are better choices.

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Mazda 2 2017 Towing Capacity

The 2017 Mazda 2 has maximum towing capacity of 900kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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