Mazda 2 (2003-2007)

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Mazda 2 (2003-2007)

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Mazda 2 (2003-2007)
Mar 2003 Class: Superminis
New price: - Used price: From £950
On sale:
Performance:
Ride comfort:
handling:
★★★★
★★★
★★★★
Boot & Storage:
Safety:
★★★★
★★★
Reliability:
-
Total score:
69%
Easy to get into, and practical. Handles well.
Comfortable ride.
Fiddly folding rear seats and lack of storage in the front.
Fuel consumption should be better.
Some blind spots to the rear.
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0-62mph:
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Combined fuel economy:
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Overview
The Mazda 2 majors on decent space, ease of access and practicality. The tall, boxy body
makes it a breeze to get in and out, and all occupants have good headroom. The elevated
front seats make for good forward visibility, too. The 270-litre boot is fairly average, but with the seats folded down the 2 will take an
impressive 550 litres of luggage, with good access for easy loading. This version of the Mazda 2, based on the Ford Fiesta, was replaced by an all-new model
in 2007, but it’s a competent old-stager that still serves buyers well as a used car. It feels secure on the road, with good ride quality, responsive, accurate steering and
compliant suspension soaking up most bumps and potholes well.
The 1.6 petrol version is powerful and refined, with the manual gearbox’s ratios well
matched to the engine’s power output. Petrol consumption was a little disappointing at
36.2mpg, compared with Mazda’s official claim of 42.2 - but it’s not really any worse than the
less powerful 1.4 petrol, which averaged 37.2mpg. If economy’s important, you may want to
consider the diesel.
Owners continue to get good service from their Mazdas - the brand scores four stars out
of five for reliability for cars aged over three years old in the latest Which? Car survey. -
Cheapest Model to buy used
1.25 S 5dr
Used price:
£950
Cheapest Model to Run (new)
New price: Running costs: (3 years/36,000 miles)
Owner’s View
An unglamorous
workhorse. Solid, reliable
and fairly economical. Will
probably keep it for several
more years.
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Mazda 2 (2003-2007)
Superminis
On the road
How we test
Sharing much of its underpinnings with the accomplished Ford Fiesta, there’s nothing wrong
with the driving experience in the Mazda 2, which rides and handles superbly given its
diminutive dimensions.
Performance
★★★★
We’ve tried both the 1.4 diesel and 1.6 petrol models, with the diesel engine providing
adequate performance assuming you’re not fully laden with passengers and luggage. If
you want more urge, the 1.6 petrol feels very lively with good throttle response at all engine
speeds. This means overtaking is often possible without having to change down a gear.
Model tested
diesel 1.4 (68bhp) manual 5-door (2006)
petrol 1.4 (80bhp) manual 5-door (2007)
Acceleration (37-62mph)
11.1 secs
9.1 secs
7.1 secs
Rating
★★★
★★★
★★★★★
Ride comfort
We use the sophisticated electronic timing
equipment to record standing-start and
in-gear acceleration, and repeat each test
several times.
Ride comfort
★★★
Like the Ford Fiesta it shares parts with, the Mazda 2 has a supple but firm ride, feeling
controlled at all times. Model tested
Performance
Rating
★★★
★★★
★★★
Ride comfort is assessed by our laboratory experts who have driven hundreds of
thousands of miles in a myriad of different
models.
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On the road continued...
How we test
Handling
★★★★
Handling
The steering inspires confidence, being well-weighted and giving the driver an idea of what’s
going on underneath the front wheels. At the limit the 2 behaves safely, requiring a lift of the
throttle to tighten its line.
Model tested
Rating
★★★★
★★★★
★★★★★
On-the-limit handling is explored well
away from public roads to ensure a fair
test. Our obstacle avoidance test is one of
the harshest tests in the industry..
Brakes
★★★★
Brakes
The brakes inspire confidence and the 2 tracks straight and true even under heavy braking.
As you’d expect, anti-lock brakes are standard, as is electronic brake-force distribution to help
maintain a steady course under heavy braking, and brake assist, which aims to reduce braking
distances by applying full braking effort quickly in an emergency stop.
Model tested
Braking distance (62-0mph)
38.0m
38.5m
40.0m
Rating
★★★★
★★★★
★★★★
The Which? Car braking test measures
stopping distance from 62-0mph and is
repeated ten times in quick succession to
highlight any brake fade issues.
Refinement and noise
★★★
Refinement and noise
For a supermini, the Mazda 2 is remarkably quiet and relaxed. There’s next to no vibration
coming from the engine, and road noise isn’t obtrusive.
Model tested
Cruising noise
74dB
72dB
72dB
Rating
★★
★★★
★★★★
The Which? Car experts use a decibel
meter to record interior sound levels
at common UK motorway speeds, and
combine this with subjective assessments
to arrive at an overall score.
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On the road continued...
How we test
Cabin and controls
★★★
Cabin and controls
First impressions of life behind the wheel of a Mazda 2 are good – the indicators and wiper
stalks are logically laid out and labelled, and the radio is well-sited for easy adjustment while
driving. Unfortunately, the heating controls are a bit small and fiddly, and the glovebox lacks
any illumination.
Model tested
Rating
Visibility and parking
★★★
★★★
★★★
★★★
We penalise cars with difficult controls,
and we look for things like backlit light
switches and easy-to-use heating and
ventilation adjustments.
Visibility and parking
The large rear pillars obstruct your view when parking, but luckily the rear headrests pop down
into the back seat to give a clear view through the rear window. Forward visibility is helped by
the high seating position which gives a clear view of the road ahead.
Model tested
Turning circle
10.5m
10.5m
10.5m
Rating
★★★
★★★
★★★
Visibility is a major issue for motorists
today, so each car gets a 360-degree
swivel view test to reproduce the driver’s
eye view and any obscured areas.
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Mazda 2 (2003-2007)
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Comfort and practicality
How we test
The outwardly boxy shape of the Mazda 2 means the interior dimensions are surprisingly
spacious. Even with a tall driver on board, a full-sized adult will be comfortable sitting behind
them. The boot has a large opening and capacity is bigger than in many superminis.
Getting in and out
★★★★
If you find getting in and out of most cars is a trial, then the Mazda 2 might be for you. The high
seating position means you don’t have to bend down too much, and the front doors open wide
to give good access. Remote central locking is standard across the range.
Model tested
Seat space and comfort
Rating
★★★★
★★★★
★★★★
We take measurements all around the
driver and passenger’s door apertures
and note the height of the seat, door sills
and step down onto the car floor. The
best cars don’t require too much bending
or stretching to get in and out.
Seat space and comfort
★★★★
Three adults on the back seat is a bit of a squeeze, but two should be comfortable, even
behind a tall driver – both front and rear seat space are better than you’d expect from a
supermini. The seats themselves are well cushioned, neither too soft nor too hard, and the
contouring of the front seats provides side support if you’re having fun on a twisty road.
Model tested
Getting in and out
Rating
★★★★
★★★★
★★★★
We assess seat comfort subjectively,
using our road testers’ expert knowledge
and experience from thousands of different cars. And we measure the head-, legand elbowroom on offer in every seat, to
see how well the car caters for people of
all shapes and sizes.
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Comfort and practicality continued...
How we test
Boot and storage
★★★★
Boot and storage
We’ve measured the boot capacity (up to the window line) at 270 litres, which is OK for this
class of car. More importantly it’s very easy to get stuff in and out, thanks to the wide-opening
tailgate and low boot floor – there’s no ‘lip’ over which you have to lift luggage. It’s a good
shape too, with flat sides making the most of the available capacity. Unfortunately the folding seats are a bit fiddly, as you may need to slide the front seats
forward in order to make room for the rear seat back to fold down. It’s also worth bearing in
mind that the Mazda 2 lacks storage space up front for maps, phones and so on.
Model tested
Boot space (seats up/down)
270 litres / 550 litres
270 litres / 550 litres
270 litres / litres
Rating
★★★★
★★★★
★★★
Carmakers give official stats for boot
space, but our tests are more realistic. We
load the boot up with measuring blocks
only as far as the rear window line, so
that luggage is well secured and won’t
obscure rear visibility. We repeat the test
with the rear seats up, and folded down
(where possible).
Heating and ventilation
Heating and ventilation
★★★
The heater is effective in the 1.6 petrol we tried, which warms up to 22 degrees C from a
minus 10 degrees C start in just 10 minutes for the front occupants. The 1.4 diesel is less
impressive, probably because the engine takes longer to warm up – so those on the front
seats will be shivering until 13 minutes have passed, given the same scenario. Air conditioning
was not fitted in entry-level versions.
Model tested
Rating
★★★
★★★★
★★★★
Feel sorry for the tester who has to warm
each car up from a frosty -10 degrees in
our climate chamber. Starting with a cold
engine, we measure how long it takes to
warm up the front and rear of the cabin.
Diesel cars usually take longer. We also
check the effectiveness of air conditioning, where fitted.
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Running costs and depreciation
How we test
As a supermini, running costs are fairly low, although servicing isn’t the cheapest at Mazda
franchised dealers.With insurance groupings from 2 to 6, insuring the Mazda 2 won’t break the
bank. The 9,000 mile service interval is quite short, but the 2 is fairly reasonably cheap to
service. There’s nothing particularly tricky about maintaining it, as it shares many mechanical
items with the Ford Fiesta, so consider using a cheaper an independent garage - but make
sure they use genuine Mazda service parts if you need to keep the warranty intact.
Fuel consumption
The 1.4 diesel returned a healthy 50.4mpg in our tests, although that’s well short of the official
60.1mpg figure. The 1.6 petrol is a strong performer, but you’ll pay at the pumps – our test
recorded 36.2mpg overall, which won’t break any economy records, and falling short of the
official 42.2mpg claim.
Petrol (combined mpg, claimed)
42.2 mpg - 44.8 mpg
Diesel (combined mpg, claimed)
60.1 mpg - 62.8 mpg
Model tested
Urban (claimed/measured)
52.3 mpg/47.1 mpg
32.5 mpg/31.7 mpg
31.0 mpg/31.0 mpg
Model tested
Extra urban (claimed/measured)
70.6 mpg/64.2 mpg
52.3 mpg/48.7 mpg
52.3 mpg/48.7 mpg
Model tested
Motorway (measured)
42.8 mpg
31.4 mpg
30.4 mpg
Model tested
Combined (claimed/measured)
62.8 mpg/50.4 mpg
42.8 mpg/37.2 mpg
42.2 mpg/36.2 mpg
Fuel consumption
We test fuel economy under strict lab
conditions – using realistic test cycles – to
reveal the facts behind the figures. Our
figures rarely match manufacturer claims
as, unlike the official mpg test, we measure economy with both a hot and cold
engine, and on the motorway.
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Running costs and depreciation continued...
How we test
Emissions
Emissions
The reasonably low carbon dioxide outputs make annual road tax rates affordable. The petrol
models emit 150-159g/km, with the 1.25-litre offering little extra benefit, but the 1.4 diesel
puts out a low 124g/km - and a Band B 119g/km in later models with the optional automatic
gearbox. Petrol (CO2, claimed)
150g per km - 159g per km
Diesel (CO2, claimed)
119g per km - 124g per km
Model tested
Emissions (claimed/measured)
119g per km/143g per km
While testing fuel economy, we also
collect exhaust gases to enable us to
measure the amount of carbon dioxide
(CO2) emitted. We also check whether
particulate filters are effective at removing
sooty emissions from diesel engines.
Safety
Safety and security
Euro NCAP score
★★★★
Here is the video of the 2003-2007 Mazda 2 hatchback Euro NCAP frontal crash test.
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Adult occupant
Child protection
Pedestrian protection
We rate cars for safety using Euro NCAP
crash test scores (where available),
alongside our own comprehensive safety
checklist. Uniquely, we also feed in results
from our accident avoidance test – after
all, it’s far better to steer around a crash
than rely on the airbags...
Security
★★★★
★★★
★★
★★★
Which? safety rating
Active (crash avoidance)
Passive (crash safety)
Child
Pedestrian
-
Security
Theft of car: Theft from car:
★★★★
★★★
Security scores come from the security
experts at Thatcham, who break into
hundreds of cars each year. Most modern
cars are very difficult to drive away, but
are still too easy to steal from.
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Which? Car Survey results
About our survey
The Which? Car Survey is the UK’s most robust reliability and owner satisfaction survey. In
2015, drivers told us about 58,000 cars, covering more than 484 million miles in the previous
12 months (that’s equivalent to driving to the moon and back a hundred times). This unique
feedback allows us to rate satisfaction and reliability for hundreds of new and used cars.
Note: Star ratings below are from 1-5 (1 is very poor and 5 is very good). Percentages
shown under ‘Most common faults’ indicate the proportion of owners reporting each problem
in the past 12 months.
Brand
Sample size: 1,914 people
Mazda ratings
Overall owner satisfaction for this brand
Brand reliability
Dealer Servicing & repair
Sample size: 45 people
Ownership ratings
Overall owner satisfaction for this range
Driving enjoyment
Ease of driving
Comfort
Dash layout and controls
Practicality
Value for money
Running costs
In-car technology
-
Everyone who takes part in the Which?
Car survey tells us about their car and
the dealers who sell and service it. We
analyse this feedback across all cars to
give top-level satisfaction ratings for each
brand, including the brand’s reliability
record over the last eight years. All star
ratings are out of five.
Model ownership ratings
★★★
★★
Dealer Sales Service
Model: Mazda 2 (2003-2007)
83%
Brand ratings
These show how owners score this car
in 12 different areas, from performance to
heating. Owners’ ratings are subjective –
so may differ from Which? Car test scores
– but they give a good idea of what the
car is like to live with. Where relevant, cars
are scored against other cars in the same
class (e.g. for space).
73%
★★
★★
★★
★
★★★
★★★
★★
★
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Owner’s View
It’s spacious and practical,
and up to time of writing it’s
been 100% reliable,
a superb endorsement, I
think, for a car approaching
6 years of age.
Owner’s View
This is a very handy around
town car with a flat base to
the boot, which enables my
wife to load and unload her
golf equipment very easily.
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Which? Car Survey results continued...
About our survey
Reliability ratings
Reliability ratings
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Overall Reliability
Petrol cars
Reliability
Breakdowns
Average annual repair cost
Diesel cars
Reliability
Breakdowns
All cars
Reliability
Breakdowns
Up to 3 years old
4-8 years old
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We split reliability into breakdowns (including failure to start), faults (where parts
need replacing) and problems (minor issues e.g. squeaks and loose trim). Where
the car has been on sale for some time,
and we have numerous survey responses
from owners, we also split scores by the
age of car and fuel type. Star ratings are
out of five – the more stars, the more reliable the car.
Most common faults
Breakdowns: Percentage of cars suffering a breakdown in last 12 months
Average annual repair cost: Average annual cost of repairs (not servicing), in past 12
months
Most common faults
Up to 3 years old
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4-8 years old
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Failure rate: The proportion of owners reporting this problem in the last year
Want to know what’s most likely to go
wrong as the car gets older? These are
the five most common faults reported by
owners, grouped by age into new, recent
and older cars. A score of 40% means
four out of 10 owners reported problems
with that part of the car over the previous
12 months. Engine electrics and non-engine electrics (e.g. windows, stereo) cause
more headaches than mechanical parts in
most modern cars.

Mazda 2 (2003-2007)

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