{"id":777,"date":"2010-03-24T02:25:53","date_gmt":"2010-03-23T18:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.fastmotoring.com\/?p=777"},"modified":"2011-09-25T13:04:31","modified_gmt":"2011-09-25T05:04:31","slug":"mazda-2-malaysia-review-hatchback","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fastmotoring.com\/index.php\/2010\/03\/mazda-2-malaysia-review-hatchback\/","title":{"rendered":"Mazda 2 Malaysia Review Hatchback"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/fb:like>[singlepic id=90 w=630 h= float=center]\n

Voted as World Car of the Year 2008<\/a> – Mazda 2 has finally arrived to Malaysia. The Mazda 2 2010 which is already in local Mazda showrooms it’s a face lifted model. So we assume it suppose to be better than the World Car of the Year 2008. The car we will be talking about here it’s close to a R-Spec ( High Spec) Mazda 2 Hatchback which will be called as Mazda 2 Sport by Bermaz. This unit here it’s a demo unit with Thailand spec that has keyless entry and wrap with leather seat and other upgraded details.<\/p>\n[singlepic id=133 w=630 h= float=center]\n

The facelift version we are getting as Malaysia’s Mazda 2 has inherit the smiley front fascia of it’s zoom-zoom brothers, mazda 3,mazda 6, or mazda rx-8 and etc. The Mazda 2 front headlamp has been redesign with black background. Foglights are available in the Mazda 2 R-Spec models but not available in V-Spec Mazda 2.<\/p>\n

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Note : iF you are looking Mazda 2 Sedan Malaysia . Click Here<\/a>
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From the rear we can see Mazda has redesign the rear lights for the new facelift Mazda 2. If you are interested how does the old Mazda 2 look like you can check out our post here as we posted some comparison photos for your viewing earlier.<\/a> All Mazda 2 models in Malaysia will be imported from Thailand(CBU).<\/p>\n[singlepic id=122 w=630 h= float=center]\n

Malaysia Mazda 2 is powered by MZR 1.5 inline,4-cylinder,DOHC 16 valve engine which\u00a0 produces 103hp at 6000 rpm and 135Nm of torque at 4000 rpm. This engine key features the Sequential valve timing (S-VT ) system, a Tumble Swirl Control Valves(TSVs) in the manifold and a drive by wire electronic control throttle for better response.<\/p>\n

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This unit of Mazda 2 here is upgraded with locally customize leather seats and door trim.<\/p>\n[singlepic id=101 w=630 h= float=center]\n

The Side Mirrors of Mazda 2 can be electronic control. However this particular unit of Mazda 2 it’s electronically foldable if you notice the buttons in the photo. Update : Malaysia version of Mazda 2 does not get electronically folable side mirrors. You need to fold yourself.
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The audio system panel for this unit has been wrap with carbon fiber looking materials. The Steering wheels of Mazda 2 also contains controls towards the audio system. Of course with the Electric power assist steering it is capable to do a minimum turning ratio of 4.9 meters. The 4-speed auto\u00a0 gearbox has been place into a easy reach position.<\/p>\n[singlepic id=138 w=630 h= float=center]\n

The Mazda 2 audio system supports CD\/MP3 and a Aux in jack is provided to plug-in any external audio device such as mp3,ipod and etc. Update : Our reader, “<\/strong>boingz” notice that there’s 6 disc changer in these photos, however the Malaysia version of Mazda 2 do not get 6 disc changer, instead just a standard 1 disc player.<\/strong>
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Mazda 2 hatchback has adequate space to fit 5 normal size adult comfortability as compare among it’s rivals such as Toyota Vios,Suzuki Swift or Honda Jazz. ( I think Jazz is the most spacious among all).<\/p>\n[singlepic id=119 w=630 h= float=center]\n

Despite being a hatchback, Mazda 2 hatchback has 250 litre of boot space capacity for luggage. The unit here it’s a Silver Colour as Mazda Colour Code it is a Highlight Silver Metallic (18G).Colours available in Malaysia for Mazda 2 Hatchback are,<\/p>\n

– Spirited Green<\/strong>
– True Red<\/strong>
– Highlight Silver<\/strong>
– Metropolitan Grey<\/strong>
– Black Mica<\/strong>
– Aurora Blue<\/strong><\/p>\n[singlepic id=91 w=630 h= float=center]\n

Only the Mazda 2 Hatchback R Spec ( high spec) is fitted with sport bodykit.The Mazda 2 has been design with aerodynamic elements. As Mazda claims the aerodynamic of Mazda 2 is superior, with a coefficient drag of 0.30. Mada 2 incorporate Mazda Triple H, ultra-high tensile steel body shell for lighter weight, which equivalent to better performance and better fuel efficient and safer chassis. As Mazda claim it’s fuel consumption it’s about 6.8 litres\/100km.<\/p>\n[singlepic id=110 w=630 h= float=center]\n

The Mazda 2 comes with standard dual SRS front air bags and ABS . As the picture\u00a0 shown a normal sized glove box in the Mazda 2. Update : EBD(Electronic Brake-force Distribution) is not available in our local unit.<\/strong><\/p>\n[singlepic id=113 w=630 h= float=center]\n

Unlike Mazda 3<\/a>, the Mazda 2 side signal is on the fender rather than side mirror.<\/p>\n[singlepic id=123 w=630 h= float=center]\n

The rims on the Mazda 2 are 15″ on the V-spec and 16″ on the R-Spec. All Mazda 2 models are equipped with front Disc Brakes and Rear Drum Brakes.<\/p>\n

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As summary Mazda 2 R Spec hatchback goes for RM85,189.50<\/strong> on the road with insurance, while Mazda 2 V Spec hatchback goes for RM82,11.50<\/strong> with a 3 Year \/ 100,000Km warranty<\/strong>. As claims, this is on a promotion price for the first 500 unit. There might be adjustment on the price after this. Mainly, the difference on Mazda 2 R Spec and V Spec for Hatchback models are,<\/p>\n

– Front Fog lamps<\/strong>
– Black Front Grille Colour<\/strong>
– 16 “Rims<\/strong>
– Sport bodykit<\/strong><\/p>\n

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These items are not available on Mazda 2 V Spec which is the lower spec.<\/p>\n[singlepic id=129 w=630 h= float=center]\n

**Special Thanks to Alice Chin as Bermaz Federal Higher Showroom’s Sales Adviser for providing us photos and information the car. Should you have any enquiry about Mazda 2 you may Contact,<\/p>\n

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Ms. Alice Chin
H\/p :012-3366223
Email: alicechin@mazda.com.my<\/a><\/p>\n

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Click here to download Mazda 2 Sedan & Hatch Brochure & Pricelist<\/a><\/p>\n

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Do check out our 73 images for Mazda 2 Hatchback Gallery below.<\/p>\n[nggallery id=3]\n<\/fb:like>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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