Professional Reviews

• “The low-inertia motor and tuning of the electric power steering made it just about the best unit we've experienced in a front-wheel-drive car in terms of feel and precision.” — Popular Mechanics
• “However, where the Mazda makes its mark is in weight, being nearly 200 kg lighter than the Fit thanks to some clever engineering of the suspension, exhaust, body shell and wiring harness.” — Motor Trend
• “The [Mazda2] drives like any other Mazda, meaning it feels light and sporty with involved steering... ” — MSN Autos
• “Aside from redesigned front and rear fascias and sundry new interior bits, it's essentially the same car as before, one that shares its architecture with Ford's slick new Fiesta...” — Car and Driver
• “The 1.5-liter four-cylinder's 100 hp and 98 lb-ft of torque won't exactly burn your hair off...” — Car and Driver
• “It will bear further comparison with its corporate cousin with the blue oval, but then some buyers will find that the Mazda2 offers an engaging driving experience at a lower cost than the Fiesta. ” — Popular Mechanics